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SOCIAL INDEX
17.8/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
275th/ 347
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Cajun Geographic Distribution
Cajun Income
In terms of income, Cajuns residing in the United States exhibit better median male earnings ($52,325), median earnings ($42,189), and household income with householder between the ages 25 and 44 ($82,393), but there is room for improvement in wage/income gap percentage (33.9%), household income with householder under the age of 25 ($45,338), and median female earnings ($34,034).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 0.1 /100 | #291 | Tragic $37,527 |
| Median Family Income | 0.0 /100 | #297 | Tragic $87,157 |
| Median Household Income | 0.0 /100 | #317 | Tragic $70,605 |
| Median Earnings | 0.3 /100 | #278 | Tragic $42,189 |
| Median Male Earnings | 10.7 /100 | #212 | Poor $52,325 |
| Median Female Earnings | 0.0 /100 | #327 | Tragic $34,034 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 0.0 /100 | #334 | Tragic $45,338 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 0.1 /100 | #281 | Tragic $82,393 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 0.0 /100 | #312 | Tragic $83,015 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 0.0 /100 | #323 | Tragic $51,397 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 0.0 /100 | #346 | Tragic 33.9% |
Cajun Poverty
In terms of poverty, Cajuns residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among married-couple families (5.6%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (11.9%), and percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps (13.7%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among single males (19.1%), poverty level among single females (30.6%), and poverty level among single fathers (23.1%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 0.0 /100 | #312 | Tragic 15.7% |
| Families | 0.0 /100 | #306 | Tragic 11.9% |
| Males | 0.0 /100 | #296 | Tragic 13.9% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #319 | Tragic 17.5% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 0.0 /100 | #329 | Tragic 25.7% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #333 | Tragic 19.9% |
| Children Under 5 years | 0.0 /100 | #329 | Tragic 24.1% |
| Children Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #320 | Tragic 22.1% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #321 | Tragic 22.2% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #323 | Tragic 22.6% |
| Single Males | 0.0 /100 | #330 | Tragic 19.1% |
| Single Females | 0.0 /100 | #340 | Tragic 30.6% |
| Single Fathers | 0.0 /100 | #336 | Tragic 23.1% |
| Single Mothers | 0.0 /100 | #343 | Tragic 40.3% |
| Married Couples | 6.9 /100 | #222 | Tragic 5.6% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 2.0 /100 | #231 | Tragic 11.9% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 0.1 /100 | #262 | Tragic 14.0% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 0.9 /100 | #244 | Tragic 13.7% |
Cajun Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Cajuns residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 60 and 64 (4.9%), unemployment rate amomg seniors over the age of 65 (5.2%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (5.5%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (12.5%), unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (10.8%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (12.0%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 0.8 /100 | #249 | Tragic 5.6% |
| Males | 0.1 /100 | #259 | Tragic 5.8% |
| Females | 0.7 /100 | #252 | Tragic 5.7% |
| Youth < 25 | 0.0 /100 | #279 | Tragic 13.2% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 0.0 /100 | #280 | Tragic 19.6% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 0.0 /100 | #296 | Tragic 12.0% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 0.0 /100 | #304 | Tragic 8.0% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #303 | Tragic 6.7% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 0.0 /100 | #269 | Tragic 5.3% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 0.0 /100 | #271 | Tragic 5.0% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 0.0 /100 | #294 | Tragic 5.3% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 12.3 /100 | #216 | Poor 4.9% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 1.8 /100 | #238 | Tragic 5.5% |
| Seniors > 65 | 8.5 /100 | #216 | Tragic 5.2% |
| Seniors > 75 | 0.0 /100 | #339 | Tragic 12.5% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 0.0 /100 | #310 | Tragic 9.2% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 0.0 /100 | #325 | Tragic 10.8% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 0.1 /100 | #269 | Tragic 6.2% |
Cajun Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Cajuns residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (37.8%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (75.1%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (82.5%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (75.5%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (78.1%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (81.5%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 0.0 /100 | #327 | Tragic 61.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 0.0 /100 | #323 | Tragic 75.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 93.2 /100 | #137 | Exceptional 37.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 51.1 /100 | #171 | Average 75.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 0.0 /100 | #307 | Tragic 82.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 0.0 /100 | #310 | Tragic 82.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 0.0 /100 | #314 | Tragic 81.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 0.0 /100 | #327 | Tragic 78.1% |
Cajun Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Cajuns residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of family households (64.8%), percentage of family households with children (27.7%), and percentage of population currently married (47.1%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population currently divorced or separated (13.4%), percentage of births to unmarried women (41.0%), and percentage of single mother households (7.3%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 89.4 /100 | #132 | Excellent 64.8% |
| Family Households with Children | 87.6 /100 | #130 | Excellent 27.7% |
| Married-couple Households | 45.2 /100 | #176 | Average 46.4% |
| Average Family Size | 2.4 /100 | #247 | Tragic 3.17 |
| Single Father Households | 6.1 /100 | #236 | Tragic 2.5% |
| Single Mother Households | 0.3 /100 | #253 | Tragic 7.3% |
| Currently Married | 75.3 /100 | #140 | Good 47.1% |
| Divorced or Separated | 0.0 /100 | #320 | Tragic 13.4% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 0.0 /100 | #322 | Tragic 41.0% |
Cajun Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Cajuns residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (91.7%), percentage of households with no vehicle available (8.4%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (57.7%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (6.0%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (19.3%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (57.7%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 99.6 /100 | #70 | Exceptional 8.4% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 99.7 /100 | #72 | Exceptional 91.7% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 98.5 /100 | #99 | Exceptional 57.7% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 36.0 /100 | #183 | Fair 19.3% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 9.2 /100 | #222 | Tragic 6.0% |
Cajun Education Level
In terms of education level, Cajuns residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 4th grade education (98.0%), percentage of population with at least 3rd grade education (98.2%), and percentage of population with at least 5th grade education (97.9%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least college, under 1 year education (57.3%), percentage of population with at least college, 1 year or more education (51.2%), and percentage of population with at least associate's degree education (37.4%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 99.5 /100 | #72 | Exceptional 1.7% |
| Nursery School | 99.4 /100 | #73 | Exceptional 98.4% |
| Kindergarten | 99.4 /100 | #73 | Exceptional 98.3% |
| 1st Grade | 99.5 /100 | #73 | Exceptional 98.3% |
| 2nd Grade | 99.5 /100 | #73 | Exceptional 98.3% |
| 3rd Grade | 99.6 /100 | #70 | Exceptional 98.2% |
| 4th Grade | 99.7 /100 | #64 | Exceptional 98.0% |
| 5th Grade | 99.6 /100 | #68 | Exceptional 97.9% |
| 6th Grade | 99.5 /100 | #70 | Exceptional 97.6% |
| 7th Grade | 99.5 /100 | #72 | Exceptional 96.8% |
| 8th Grade | 97.1 /100 | #110 | Exceptional 96.3% |
| 9th Grade | 77.3 /100 | #151 | Good 95.1% |
| 10th Grade | 16.9 /100 | #211 | Poor 93.4% |
| 11th Grade | 0.7 /100 | #257 | Tragic 91.4% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 0.1 /100 | #274 | Tragic 89.1% |
| High School Diploma | 0.4 /100 | #260 | Tragic 87.3% |
| GED/Equivalency | 0.0 /100 | #285 | Tragic 82.4% |
| College, Under 1 year | 0.0 /100 | #311 | Tragic 57.3% |
| College, 1 year or more | 0.0 /100 | #316 | Tragic 51.2% |
| Associate's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #320 | Tragic 37.4% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #308 | Tragic 29.6% |
| Master's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #314 | Tragic 11.0% |
| Professional Degree | 0.2 /100 | #304 | Tragic 3.4% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.3 /100 | #287 | Tragic 1.5% |
Cajun Disability
In terms of disability, Cajuns residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with cognitive disability (17.8%), percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (50.7%), and percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.6%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of females with a disability (14.9%), percentage of population with vision disability (3.1%), and percentage of population with a disability (14.6%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 0.0 /100 | #333 | Tragic 14.6% |
| Males | 0.0 /100 | #329 | Tragic 14.4% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #335 | Tragic 14.9% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 0.0 /100 | #298 | Tragic 1.6% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 0.0 /100 | #344 | Tragic 7.2% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #324 | Tragic 8.2% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 0.0 /100 | #328 | Tragic 15.3% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 0.0 /100 | #315 | Tragic 27.9% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 0.0 /100 | #311 | Tragic 50.7% |
| Vision | 0.0 /100 | #333 | Tragic 3.1% |
| Hearing | 0.0 /100 | #312 | Tragic 3.9% |
| Cognitive | 1.4 /100 | #239 | Tragic 17.8% |
| Ambulatory | 0.0 /100 | #331 | Tragic 7.8% |
| Self-Care | 0.0 /100 | #329 | Tragic 2.9% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Cajuns in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Cajuns in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Households with 1 or More Vehicles Available
91.7%
(99.7/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with at least 4th Grade Education
98.0%
(99.7/100)
#3
Percentage of Households with No Vehicle Available
8.4%
(99.6/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with at least 3rd Grade Education
98.2%
(99.6/100)
#5
Percentage of Population with at least 5th Grade Education
97.9%
(99.6/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Cajuns in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Cajuns in the United States are:
#1
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 45 and 54
78.1%
(0.0/100)
#2
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 64
75.5%
(0.0/100)
#3
Percentage of Population with Vision Disability
3.1%
(0.0/100)
#4
Percentage of Females with a Disability
14.9%
(0.0/100)
#5
Unemployment Rate Among Seniors Over the Age of 75
12.5%
(0.0/100)
What is Cajun per capita income in the United States?
Cajun per capita income in the United States is $37,527, which is tragic, ranking it 291st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun median family income in the United States?
Cajun median family income in the United States is $87,157, which is tragic, ranking it 297th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun median household income in the United States?
Cajun median household income in the United States is $70,605, which is tragic, ranking it 317th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun median earnings in the United States?
Cajun median earnings in the United States is $42,189, which is tragic, ranking it 278th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun median male earnings in the United States?
Cajun median male earnings in the United States is $52,325, which is poor, ranking it 212th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun median female earnings in the United States?
Cajun median female earnings in the United States is $34,034, which is tragic, ranking it 327th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Cajun wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 33.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 346th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun poverty level in the United States?
Cajun poverty level in the United States is 15.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 312th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun poverty level among families in the United States?
Cajun poverty level among families in the United States is 11.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 306th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun poverty level among males in the United States?
Cajun poverty level among males in the United States is 13.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 296th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun poverty level among females in the United States?
Cajun poverty level among females in the United States is 17.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 319th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Cajun poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 22.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 320th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun poverty level among single males in the United States?
Cajun poverty level among single males in the United States is 19.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 330th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun poverty level among single females in the United States?
Cajun poverty level among single females in the United States is 30.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 340th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Cajun poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 23.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 336th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Cajun poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 40.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 343rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Cajun percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 13.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 244th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun unemployment in the United States?
Cajun unemployment in the United States is 5.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 249th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Cajun unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 259th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Cajun unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 252nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun percentage of family households in the United States?
Cajun percentage of family households in the United States is 64.8%, which is excellent, ranking it 132nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Cajun percentage of family households with children in the United States is 27.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 130th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Cajun percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 46.4%, which is average, ranking it 176th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun average family size in the United States?
Cajun average family size in the United States is 3.17, which is tragic, ranking it 247th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun percentage of single father households in the United States?
Cajun percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 236th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Cajun percentage of single mother households in the United States is 7.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 253rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Cajun percentage of population currently married in the United States is 47.1%, which is good, ranking it 140th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Cajun percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 13.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 320th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Cajun percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 41.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 322nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Cajun percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 14.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 333rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Cajun percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 14.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 329th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cajun percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Cajun percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 14.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 335th 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.