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SOCIAL INDEX
43.2/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
295th/ 347
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Belizean Geographic Distribution
Belizean Income
In terms of income, Belizeans residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (21.3%), household income with householder under the age of 25 ($45,746), and household income with householder over the age of 65 ($50,305), but there is room for improvement in median male earnings ($44,007), median earnings ($38,805), and median family income ($82,286).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 32.4 /100 | #273 | Fair $34,993 |
| Median Family Income | 30.9 /100 | #275 | Fair $82,286 |
| Median Household Income | 35.5 /100 | #260 | Fair $70,562 |
| Median Earnings | 30.0 /100 | #276 | Fair $38,805 |
| Median Male Earnings | 27.9 /100 | #282 | Fair $44,007 |
| Median Female Earnings | 32.7 /100 | #263 | Fair $34,026 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 51.7 /100 | #238 | Average $45,746 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 34.3 /100 | #273 | Fair $76,512 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 32.8 /100 | #267 | Fair $81,204 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 37.5 /100 | #266 | Fair $50,305 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 76.9 /100 | #39 | Good 21.3% |
Belizean Poverty
In terms of poverty, Belizeans residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single males (13.5%), poverty level among married-couple families (6.7%), and poverty level among single fathers (16.7%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among children under the age of 16 (20.5%), poverty level among boys under the age of 16 (20.6%), and poverty level among girls under the age of 16 (20.6%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 60.6 /100 | #276 | Good 15.0% |
| Families | 63.8 /100 | #282 | Good 11.5% |
| Males | 62.5 /100 | #278 | Good 13.8% |
| Females | 61.6 /100 | #275 | Good 16.1% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 69.6 /100 | #188 | Good 20.5% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 71.6 /100 | #256 | Good 15.3% |
| Children Under 5 years | 59.8 /100 | #272 | Average 20.9% |
| Children Under 16 years | 56.9 /100 | #281 | Average 20.5% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 57.2 /100 | #281 | Average 20.6% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 57.2 /100 | #280 | Average 20.6% |
| Single Males | 81.1 /100 | #244 | Excellent 13.5% |
| Single Females | 67.5 /100 | #253 | Good 23.0% |
| Single Fathers | 72.2 /100 | #221 | Good 16.7% |
| Single Mothers | 67.0 /100 | #263 | Good 31.8% |
| Married Couples | 74.4 /100 | #293 | Good 6.7% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 61.5 /100 | #286 | Good 13.2% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 62.7 /100 | #283 | Good 14.3% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 71.8 /100 | #271 | Good 14.4% |
Belizean Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Belizeans residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (5.6%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (6.6%), and unemployment rate among males (6.6%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (22.6%), unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 18 (6.7%), and unemploymnet rate among females (6.5%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 81.0 /100 | #303 | Excellent 6.5% |
| Males | 85.6 /100 | #294 | Excellent 6.6% |
| Females | 74.5 /100 | #314 | Good 6.5% |
| Youth < 25 | 76.3 /100 | #303 | Good 14.3% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 70.7 /100 | #307 | Good 22.6% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 80.8 /100 | #293 | Excellent 12.1% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 83.8 /100 | #288 | Excellent 7.8% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 86.3 /100 | #288 | Excellent 6.6% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 84.9 /100 | #303 | Excellent 5.8% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 84.2 /100 | #289 | Excellent 5.3% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 86.5 /100 | #313 | Excellent 5.6% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 81.8 /100 | #311 | Excellent 5.6% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 82.0 /100 | #296 | Excellent 5.9% |
| Seniors > 65 | 82.4 /100 | #307 | Excellent 5.8% |
| Seniors > 75 | 79.8 /100 | #152 | Good 9.0% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 80.1 /100 | #275 | Excellent 8.7% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 85.5 /100 | #147 | Excellent 8.8% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 71.7 /100 | #314 | Good 6.7% |
Belizean Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Belizeans residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (83.4%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (82.8%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (77.9%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (31.9%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (73.1%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (82.8%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 64.5 /100 | #222 | Good 64.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 72.3 /100 | #283 | Good 77.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 33.5 /100 | #302 | Fair 31.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 57.5 /100 | #274 | Average 73.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 64.5 /100 | #291 | Good 82.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 77.4 /100 | #269 | Good 83.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 74.3 /100 | #285 | Good 82.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 70.0 /100 | #294 | Good 80.3% |
Belizean Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Belizeans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (2.7%), percentage of population currently divorced or separated (12.3%), and percentage of births to unmarried women (37.7%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of family households with children (28.6%), average family size (3.45), and percentage of population currently married (42.3%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 50.0 /100 | #100 | Average 65.5% |
| Family Households with Children | 32.7 /100 | #90 | Fair 28.6% |
| Married-couple Households | 40.3 /100 | #279 | Average 42.8% |
| Average Family Size | 35.9 /100 | #38 | Fair 3.45 |
| Single Father Households | 74.1 /100 | #298 | Good 2.7% |
| Single Mother Households | 43.7 /100 | #275 | Average 7.8% |
| Currently Married | 39.7 /100 | #296 | Fair 42.3% |
| Divorced or Separated | 57.4 /100 | #177 | Average 12.3% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 52.4 /100 | #283 | Average 37.7% |
Belizean Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Belizeans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (13.8%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (86.2%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (51.8%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (6.5%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (19.0%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (51.8%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 79.9 /100 | #286 | Good 13.8% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 77.5 /100 | #289 | Good 86.2% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 64.3 /100 | #276 | Good 51.8% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 46.2 /100 | #199 | Average 19.0% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 39.2 /100 | #145 | Fair 6.5% |
Belizean Education Level
In terms of education level, Belizeans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least college, under 1 year education (59.3%), percentage of population with at least college, 1 year or more education (53.6%), and percentage of population with no schooling (2.9%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (1.3%), percentage of population with at least professional degree education (3.4%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (11.8%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 44.2 /100 | #309 | Average 2.9% |
| Nursery School | 35.0 /100 | #311 | Fair 97.1% |
| Kindergarten | 34.6 /100 | #311 | Fair 97.1% |
| 1st Grade | 37.9 /100 | #310 | Fair 97.1% |
| 2nd Grade | 36.6 /100 | #313 | Fair 97.0% |
| 3rd Grade | 29.9 /100 | #315 | Fair 96.7% |
| 4th Grade | 30.6 /100 | #321 | Fair 96.2% |
| 5th Grade | 33.7 /100 | #321 | Fair 95.8% |
| 6th Grade | 27.6 /100 | #321 | Fair 95.3% |
| 7th Grade | 30.4 /100 | #326 | Fair 93.2% |
| 8th Grade | 31.7 /100 | #322 | Fair 92.8% |
| 9th Grade | 35.1 /100 | #320 | Fair 91.5% |
| 10th Grade | 37.7 /100 | #320 | Fair 89.7% |
| 11th Grade | 38.1 /100 | #320 | Fair 88.3% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 38.3 /100 | #317 | Fair 86.4% |
| High School Diploma | 35.0 /100 | #319 | Fair 83.7% |
| GED/Equivalency | 40.6 /100 | #315 | Average 80.3% |
| College, Under 1 year | 46.8 /100 | #283 | Average 59.3% |
| College, 1 year or more | 46.4 /100 | #280 | Average 53.6% |
| Associate's Degree | 43.2 /100 | #278 | Average 39.5% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 38.1 /100 | #268 | Fair 31.6% |
| Master's Degree | 26.2 /100 | #274 | Fair 11.8% |
| Professional Degree | 21.8 /100 | #294 | Fair 3.4% |
| Doctorate Degree | 12.8 /100 | #314 | Poor 1.3% |
Belizean Disability
In terms of disability, Belizeans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.1%), percentage of population with hearing disability (2.7%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (5.9%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with cognitive disability (17.9%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (11.7%), and percentage of population with self-care disability (2.7%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 68.4 /100 | #185 | Good 11.5% |
| Males | 71.6 /100 | #182 | Good 11.1% |
| Females | 66.6 /100 | #198 | Good 11.9% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 89.8 /100 | #89 | Excellent 1.1% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 75.7 /100 | #134 | Good 5.3% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 78.3 /100 | #123 | Good 5.9% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 60.4 /100 | #224 | Good 11.7% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 67.6 /100 | #278 | Good 25.7% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 70.0 /100 | #285 | Good 49.9% |
| Vision | 69.8 /100 | #249 | Good 2.3% |
| Hearing | 85.1 /100 | #91 | Excellent 2.7% |
| Cognitive | 50.1 /100 | #264 | Average 17.9% |
| Ambulatory | 68.1 /100 | #240 | Good 6.4% |
| Self-Care | 61.9 /100 | #288 | Good 2.7% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Belizeans in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Belizeans in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with a Disability Under the Age of 5
1.1%
(89.8/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 55 and 59
5.6%
(86.5/100)
#3
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34
6.6%
(86.3/100)
#4
Unemployment Rate Among Males
6.6%
(85.6/100)
#5
Unemployment Rate Among Women with Children Between the Ages 6 and 17
8.8%
(85.5/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Belizeans in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Belizeans in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education
1.3%
(12.8/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with at least Professional Degree Education
3.4%
(21.8/100)
#3
Percentage of Population with at least Master's Degree Education
11.8%
(26.2/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with at least 6th Grade Education
95.3%
(27.6/100)
#5
Median Male Earnings
$44,007
(27.9/100)
What is Belizean per capita income in the United States?
Belizean per capita income in the United States is $34,993, which is fair, ranking it 273rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean median family income in the United States?
Belizean median family income in the United States is $82,286, which is fair, ranking it 275th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean median household income in the United States?
Belizean median household income in the United States is $70,562, which is fair, ranking it 260th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean median earnings in the United States?
Belizean median earnings in the United States is $38,805, which is fair, ranking it 276th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean median male earnings in the United States?
Belizean median male earnings in the United States is $44,007, which is fair, ranking it 282nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean median female earnings in the United States?
Belizean median female earnings in the United States is $34,026, which is fair, ranking it 263rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Belizean wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 21.3%, which is good, ranking it 39th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean poverty level in the United States?
Belizean poverty level in the United States is 15.0%, which is good, ranking it 276th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean poverty level among families in the United States?
Belizean poverty level among families in the United States is 11.5%, which is good, ranking it 282nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean poverty level among males in the United States?
Belizean poverty level among males in the United States is 13.8%, which is good, ranking it 278th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean poverty level among females in the United States?
Belizean poverty level among females in the United States is 16.1%, which is good, ranking it 275th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Belizean poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 20.5%, which is average, ranking it 281st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean poverty level among single males in the United States?
Belizean poverty level among single males in the United States is 13.5%, which is excellent, ranking it 244th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean poverty level among single females in the United States?
Belizean poverty level among single females in the United States is 23.0%, which is good, ranking it 253rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Belizean poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 16.7%, which is good, ranking it 221st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Belizean poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 31.8%, which is good, ranking it 263rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Belizean percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 14.4%, which is good, ranking it 271st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean unemployment in the United States?
Belizean unemployment in the United States is 6.5%, which is excellent, ranking it 303rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Belizean unemployment rate among males in the United States is 6.6%, which is excellent, ranking it 294th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Belizean unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 6.5%, which is good, ranking it 314th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean percentage of family households in the United States?
Belizean percentage of family households in the United States is 65.5%, which is average, ranking it 100th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Belizean percentage of family households with children in the United States is 28.6%, which is fair, ranking it 90th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Belizean percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 42.8%, which is average, ranking it 279th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean average family size in the United States?
Belizean average family size in the United States is 3.45, which is fair, ranking it 38th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean percentage of single father households in the United States?
Belizean percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.7%, which is good, ranking it 298th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Belizean percentage of single mother households in the United States is 7.8%, which is average, ranking it 275th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Belizean percentage of population currently married in the United States is 42.3%, which is fair, ranking it 296th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Belizean percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.3%, which is average, ranking it 177th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Belizean percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 37.7%, which is average, ranking it 283rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Belizean percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 11.5%, which is good, ranking it 185th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Belizean percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 11.1%, which is good, ranking it 182nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Belizean percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Belizean percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 11.9%, which is good, ranking it 198th out of 347 demographic groups.
Definitions
Social Index (Si) is a quantitative measure of societal well-being and progress based on various factors and indicators.
Social Index Explained
Social Index refers to a cumulative metric used to assess and measure the overall well-being or social standing of a specific demographic group within a society. It combines multiple factors such as income, poverty rates, family structure, education levels, employment and unemployment rates, rates of illegitimate childbirths, divorce rates, and other relevant social indicators. The purpose of a social index is to provide a comprehensive snapshot of the social conditions and quality of life within a particular group.
Social Index Calculation
The calculation of a social index involves assigning weights or scores to various social factors and then summing up these scores to obtain an overall composite score. These scores are then multiplied by their respective weights and summed up to calculate the overall social index score for the demographic group being assessed. The resulting score provides a quantitative measure of the group's social well-being, allowing for comparisons, tracking changes over time, and informing policy and decision-making processes.
What Can Social Index be Used For
A social index can be used for various purposes, including:
- Assessing Social Well-being: The social index provides a quantitative measure of the overall well-being of a demographic group. It helps assess the social conditions, quality of life, and disparities within a population, allowing policymakers, researchers, and organizations to identify areas that require improvement or targeted interventions.
- Policy Evaluation: The index can be used to evaluate the effectiveness of social policies and interventions. By tracking changes in the social index score over time, policymakers can assess the impact of specific initiatives and make data-driven decisions regarding resource allocation and policy adjustments.
- Targeting Resources: The social index helps identify demographic groups or geographic regions that are facing greater social challenges or experiencing lower levels of well-being. It assists in targeting resources and interventions to address specific social issues, reduce disparities, and promote equitable development.
- Comparing Demographic Groups: The social index allows for comparisons between different demographic groups or across different regions. It provides insights into the relative social standing or well-being of these groups, facilitating a deeper understanding of disparities and informing policy efforts to address them.
- Advocacy and Awareness: The social index can be used as a tool for advocacy and raising awareness about social issues. By quantifying and visualizing social conditions, the index helps highlight areas of concern, draw attention to inequalities, and mobilize support for social change and policy reforms.
- Monitoring Progress: The index serves as a benchmark for monitoring progress and evaluating the impact of social development initiatives. It enables stakeholders to track changes in social indicators, identify trends, and measure the effectiveness of interventions over time.
- Academic and Research Purposes: The social index provides researchers with a comprehensive metric to study social phenomena and investigate the relationship between different social factors. It helps generate insights, support academic research, and contribute to the body of knowledge on social well-being and development.
- Overall, the social index serves as a valuable tool for understanding, measuring, and addressing social challenges. It informs policy decisions, facilitates targeted interventions, and promotes a more holistic approach to social development and well-being.