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SOCIAL INDEX
52.1/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
248th/ 347
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Cambodian Geographic Distribution
Cambodian Income
In terms of income, Cambodians residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (24.5%), household income with householder under the age of 25 ($46,578), and household income with householder over the age of 65 ($53,287), but there is room for improvement in per capita income ($36,510), median male earnings ($47,451), and median female earnings ($35,125).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 37.9 /100 | #248 | Fair $36,510 |
| Median Family Income | 41.4 /100 | #217 | Average $89,082 |
| Median Household Income | 46.3 /100 | #196 | Average $76,699 |
| Median Earnings | 39.7 /100 | #231 | Fair $41,138 |
| Median Male Earnings | 38.3 /100 | #222 | Fair $47,451 |
| Median Female Earnings | 39.4 /100 | #225 | Fair $35,125 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 54.8 /100 | #202 | Average $46,578 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 44.8 /100 | #209 | Average $83,264 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 44.7 /100 | #210 | Average $88,891 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 46.4 /100 | #225 | Average $53,287 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 62.2 /100 | #112 | Good 24.5% |
Cambodian Poverty
In terms of poverty, Cambodians residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single males (12.9%), poverty level among married-couple families (5.7%), and poverty level among single fathers (15.2%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among girls under the age of 16 (18.6%), poverty level among children under the age of 16 (18.4%), and poverty level among boys under the age of 16 (18.4%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 70.4 /100 | #223 | Good 13.5% |
| Families | 73.4 /100 | #226 | Good 10.2% |
| Males | 72.1 /100 | #223 | Good 12.3% |
| Females | 70.7 /100 | #224 | Good 14.7% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 74.2 /100 | #121 | Good 19.6% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 76.7 /100 | #216 | Good 14.3% |
| Children Under 5 years | 68.9 /100 | #211 | Good 18.8% |
| Children Under 16 years | 66.4 /100 | #228 | Good 18.4% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 67.1 /100 | #221 | Good 18.4% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 66.1 /100 | #228 | Good 18.6% |
| Single Males | 84.0 /100 | #199 | Excellent 12.9% |
| Single Females | 72.6 /100 | #210 | Good 22.0% |
| Single Fathers | 78.6 /100 | #67 | Good 15.2% |
| Single Mothers | 74.8 /100 | #199 | Good 29.9% |
| Married Couples | 83.0 /100 | #226 | Excellent 5.7% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 73.5 /100 | #240 | Good 11.6% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 72.6 /100 | #235 | Good 12.9% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 74.5 /100 | #247 | Good 13.6% |
Cambodian Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Cambodians residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (4.9%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (10.3%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (5.9%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (10.1%), unemploymnet rate among females (5.7%), and unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 18 (5.8%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 87.6 /100 | #245 | Excellent 5.7% |
| Males | 90.7 /100 | #244 | Exceptional 5.8% |
| Females | 83.6 /100 | #239 | Excellent 5.7% |
| Youth < 25 | 87.9 /100 | #216 | Excellent 12.3% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 85.4 /100 | #215 | Excellent 18.9% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 91.9 /100 | #130 | Exceptional 10.3% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 89.6 /100 | #221 | Excellent 7.0% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 91.3 /100 | #220 | Exceptional 5.9% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 89.8 /100 | #236 | Excellent 5.2% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 90.1 /100 | #211 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 92.3 /100 | #207 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 87.6 /100 | #245 | Excellent 5.1% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 85.9 /100 | #165 | Excellent 5.5% |
| Seniors > 65 | 87.5 /100 | #143 | Excellent 5.2% |
| Seniors > 75 | 71.6 /100 | #289 | Good 10.1% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 86.5 /100 | #156 | Excellent 7.6% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 87.7 /100 | #102 | Excellent 8.5% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 83.9 /100 | #196 | Excellent 5.8% |
Cambodian Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Cambodians residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (84.3%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (78.9%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (83.4%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (36.3%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (75.1%), and labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (66.0%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 73.0 /100 | #103 | Good 66.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 79.2 /100 | #232 | Good 78.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 54.6 /100 | #151 | Average 36.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 69.6 /100 | #151 | Good 75.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 73.0 /100 | #209 | Good 84.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 84.2 /100 | #199 | Excellent 84.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 78.6 /100 | #256 | Good 83.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 76.5 /100 | #253 | Good 81.4% |
Cambodian Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Cambodians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (2.7%), percentage of births to unmarried women (35.1%), and percentage of population currently divorced or separated (12.2%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.38), percentage of family households with children (29.9%), and percentage of single mother households (7.5%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 54.7 /100 | #69 | Average 66.3% |
| Family Households with Children | 41.5 /100 | #32 | Average 29.9% |
| Married-couple Households | 56.6 /100 | #214 | Average 45.5% |
| Average Family Size | 29.1 /100 | #65 | Fair 3.38 |
| Single Father Households | 72.6 /100 | #303 | Good 2.7% |
| Single Mother Households | 48.3 /100 | #257 | Average 7.5% |
| Currently Married | 54.8 /100 | #240 | Average 44.7% |
| Divorced or Separated | 59.3 /100 | #161 | Average 12.2% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 59.8 /100 | #245 | Average 35.1% |
Cambodian Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Cambodians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (9.4%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (90.6%), 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 (7.5%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (21.8%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (57.7%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 90.0 /100 | #117 | Exceptional 9.4% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 88.8 /100 | #119 | Excellent 90.6% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 81.4 /100 | #104 | Excellent 57.7% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 59.6 /100 | #76 | Average 21.8% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 50.2 /100 | #58 | Average 7.5% |
Cambodian Education Level
In terms of education level, Cambodians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least college, under 1 year education (61.2%), percentage of population with at least ged/equivalency education (82.1%), and percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (88.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (1.4%), percentage of population with at least 3rd grade education (96.4%), and percentage of population with at least professional degree education (3.5%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 30.4 /100 | #335 | Fair 3.3% |
| Nursery School | 24.4 /100 | #335 | Fair 96.7% |
| Kindergarten | 24.2 /100 | #335 | Fair 96.7% |
| 1st Grade | 26.5 /100 | #335 | Fair 96.7% |
| 2nd Grade | 26.0 /100 | #334 | Fair 96.6% |
| 3rd Grade | 22.8 /100 | #331 | Fair 96.4% |
| 4th Grade | 27.2 /100 | #328 | Fair 96.0% |
| 5th Grade | 31.9 /100 | #324 | Fair 95.7% |
| 6th Grade | 28.5 /100 | #318 | Fair 95.4% |
| 7th Grade | 38.8 /100 | #313 | Fair 93.9% |
| 8th Grade | 38.8 /100 | #311 | Fair 93.5% |
| 9th Grade | 46.1 /100 | #306 | Average 92.5% |
| 10th Grade | 50.4 /100 | #303 | Average 91.0% |
| 11th Grade | 50.7 /100 | #301 | Average 89.7% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 51.6 /100 | #297 | Average 88.0% |
| High School Diploma | 48.9 /100 | #295 | Average 85.6% |
| GED/Equivalency | 52.3 /100 | #286 | Average 82.1% |
| College, Under 1 year | 53.3 /100 | #253 | Average 61.2% |
| College, 1 year or more | 50.8 /100 | #256 | Average 55.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 48.1 /100 | #258 | Average 41.2% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 41.8 /100 | #252 | Average 32.8% |
| Master's Degree | 29.0 /100 | #255 | Fair 12.3% |
| Professional Degree | 23.9 /100 | #277 | Fair 3.5% |
| Doctorate Degree | 18.4 /100 | #268 | Poor 1.4% |
Cambodian Disability
In terms of disability, Cambodians 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 (2.9%), and percentage of population with ambulatory disability (6.2%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with cognitive disability (18.1%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (12.1%), and percentage of females with a disability (12.1%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 65.0 /100 | #220 | Good 11.8% |
| Males | 67.6 /100 | #211 | Good 11.4% |
| Females | 64.0 /100 | #233 | Good 12.1% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 89.3 /100 | #105 | Excellent 1.1% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 67.5 /100 | #233 | Good 5.7% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 68.9 /100 | #220 | Good 6.5% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 56.4 /100 | #251 | Average 12.1% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 66.9 /100 | #281 | Good 25.8% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 67.5 /100 | #297 | Good 50.4% |
| Vision | 70.0 /100 | #245 | Good 2.3% |
| Hearing | 79.4 /100 | #175 | Good 2.9% |
| Cognitive | 44.9 /100 | #294 | Average 18.1% |
| Ambulatory | 72.2 /100 | #204 | Good 6.2% |
| Self-Care | 65.2 /100 | #254 | Good 2.6% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Cambodians in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Cambodians in the United States are:
#1
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 55 and 59
4.9%
(92.3/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 24
10.3%
(91.9/100)
#3
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34
5.9%
(91.3/100)
#4
Unemployment Rate Among Males
5.8%
(90.7/100)
#5
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 45 and 54
4.7%
(90.1/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Cambodians in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Cambodians in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education
1.4%
(18.4/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with at least 3rd Grade Education
96.4%
(22.8/100)
#3
Percentage of Population with at least Professional Degree Education
3.5%
(23.9/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with at least Kindergarten Education
96.7%
(24.2/100)
#5
Percentage of Population with at least Nursery School Education
96.7%
(24.4/100)
What is Cambodian per capita income in the United States?
Cambodian per capita income in the United States is $36,510, which is fair, ranking it 248th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian median family income in the United States?
Cambodian median family income in the United States is $89,082, which is average, ranking it 217th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian median household income in the United States?
Cambodian median household income in the United States is $76,699, which is average, ranking it 196th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian median earnings in the United States?
Cambodian median earnings in the United States is $41,138, which is fair, ranking it 231st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian median male earnings in the United States?
Cambodian median male earnings in the United States is $47,451, which is fair, ranking it 222nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian median female earnings in the United States?
Cambodian median female earnings in the United States is $35,125, which is fair, ranking it 225th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Cambodian wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 24.5%, which is good, ranking it 112th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian poverty level in the United States?
Cambodian poverty level in the United States is 13.5%, which is good, ranking it 223rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian poverty level among families in the United States?
Cambodian poverty level among families in the United States is 10.2%, which is good, ranking it 226th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian poverty level among males in the United States?
Cambodian poverty level among males in the United States is 12.3%, which is good, ranking it 223rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian poverty level among females in the United States?
Cambodian poverty level among females in the United States is 14.7%, which is good, ranking it 224th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Cambodian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 18.4%, which is good, ranking it 228th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian poverty level among single males in the United States?
Cambodian poverty level among single males in the United States is 12.9%, which is excellent, ranking it 199th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian poverty level among single females in the United States?
Cambodian poverty level among single females in the United States is 22.0%, which is good, ranking it 210th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Cambodian poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 15.2%, which is good, ranking it 67th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Cambodian poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 29.9%, which is good, ranking it 199th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Cambodian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 13.6%, which is good, ranking it 247th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian unemployment in the United States?
Cambodian unemployment in the United States is 5.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 245th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Cambodian unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.8%, which is exceptional, ranking it 244th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Cambodian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 239th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian percentage of family households in the United States?
Cambodian percentage of family households in the United States is 66.3%, which is average, ranking it 69th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Cambodian percentage of family households with children in the United States is 29.9%, which is average, ranking it 32nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Cambodian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 45.5%, which is average, ranking it 214th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian average family size in the United States?
Cambodian average family size in the United States is 3.38, which is fair, ranking it 65th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian percentage of single father households in the United States?
Cambodian percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.7%, which is good, ranking it 303rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Cambodian percentage of single mother households in the United States is 7.5%, which is average, ranking it 257th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Cambodian percentage of population currently married in the United States is 44.7%, which is average, ranking it 240th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Cambodian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.2%, which is average, ranking it 161st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Cambodian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 35.1%, which is average, ranking it 245th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Cambodian percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 11.8%, which is good, ranking it 220th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Cambodian percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 11.4%, which is good, ranking it 211th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cambodian percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Cambodian percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 12.1%, which is good, ranking it 233rd 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.