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SOCIAL INDEX
24.5/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
243rd/ 347
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Cherokee Geographic Distribution
Cherokee Income
In terms of income, Cherokee residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (27.4%), median male earnings ($48,669), and household income with householder between the ages 45 and 64 ($86,125), but there is room for improvement in household income with householder under the age of 25 ($47,848), median female earnings ($34,742), and median household income ($72,682).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 0.1 /100 | #299 | Tragic $37,203 |
| Median Family Income | 0.1 /100 | #288 | Tragic $88,209 |
| Median Household Income | 0.0 /100 | #301 | Tragic $72,682 |
| Median Earnings | 0.1 /100 | #296 | Tragic $41,252 |
| Median Male Earnings | 0.3 /100 | #271 | Tragic $48,669 |
| Median Female Earnings | 0.0 /100 | #316 | Tragic $34,742 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 0.0 /100 | #305 | Tragic $47,848 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 0.0 /100 | #300 | Tragic $80,843 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 0.1 /100 | #290 | Tragic $86,125 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 0.1 /100 | #275 | Tragic $54,133 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 1.9 /100 | #256 | Tragic 27.4% |
Cherokee Poverty
In terms of poverty, Cherokee residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (12.0%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (11.0%), and poverty level among married-couple families (5.8%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among single males (16.1%), poverty level among single fathers (19.6%), and poverty level among single mothers (34.5%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 0.1 /100 | #261 | Tragic 14.4% |
| Families | 0.5 /100 | #246 | Tragic 10.6% |
| Males | 0.1 /100 | #259 | Tragic 13.1% |
| Females | 0.1 /100 | #263 | Tragic 15.6% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 0.0 /100 | #299 | Tragic 22.7% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #310 | Tragic 17.2% |
| Children Under 5 years | 0.0 /100 | #295 | Tragic 21.7% |
| Children Under 16 years | 0.1 /100 | #267 | Tragic 19.5% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 0.1 /100 | #270 | Tragic 19.7% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 0.1 /100 | #270 | Tragic 19.9% |
| Single Males | 0.0 /100 | #313 | Tragic 16.1% |
| Single Females | 0.0 /100 | #314 | Tragic 25.7% |
| Single Fathers | 0.0 /100 | #321 | Tragic 19.6% |
| Single Mothers | 0.0 /100 | #317 | Tragic 34.5% |
| Married Couples | 2.7 /100 | #238 | Tragic 5.8% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 47.3 /100 | #177 | Average 11.0% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 65.8 /100 | #151 | Good 12.0% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 2.5 /100 | #233 | Tragic 13.2% |
Cherokee Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Cherokee residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate amomg seniors over the age of 65 (5.1%), unemploymnet rate among females (5.3%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (5.4%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 6 (9.3%), unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (10.0%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (6.4%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 25.5 /100 | #202 | Fair 5.3% |
| Males | 2.4 /100 | #224 | Tragic 5.6% |
| Females | 30.8 /100 | #191 | Fair 5.3% |
| Youth < 25 | 21.2 /100 | #198 | Fair 11.8% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 15.7 /100 | #209 | Poor 17.9% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 9.3 /100 | #217 | Tragic 10.5% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 0.0 /100 | #284 | Tragic 7.6% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #280 | Tragic 6.4% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 0.2 /100 | #255 | Tragic 5.2% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 10.6 /100 | #214 | Poor 4.6% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 2.6 /100 | #231 | Tragic 5.0% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 16.1 /100 | #210 | Poor 4.9% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 25.8 /100 | #193 | Fair 5.4% |
| Seniors > 65 | 81.6 /100 | #141 | Excellent 5.1% |
| Seniors > 75 | 0.0 /100 | #297 | Tragic 9.8% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 0.0 /100 | #315 | Tragic 9.3% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 0.0 /100 | #295 | Tragic 10.0% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 4.3 /100 | #226 | Tragic 5.7% |
Cherokee Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Cherokee residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (40.2%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (75.9%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (82.1%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (81.4%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (76.2%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (79.0%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 0.0 /100 | #325 | Tragic 61.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 0.0 /100 | #317 | Tragic 76.2% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 100.0 /100 | #62 | Exceptional 40.2% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 95.8 /100 | #109 | Exceptional 75.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 0.0 /100 | #314 | Tragic 82.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 0.0 /100 | #315 | Tragic 81.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 0.0 /100 | #317 | Tragic 81.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 0.0 /100 | #319 | Tragic 79.0% |
Cherokee Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Cherokee residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of family households (65.0%), percentage of population currently married (46.9%), and percentage of married-couple family households (46.7%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population currently divorced or separated (13.7%), percentage of births to unmarried women (36.7%), and percentage of single father households (2.6%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 95.3 /100 | #117 | Exceptional 65.0% |
| Family Households with Children | 56.7 /100 | #170 | Average 27.5% |
| Married-couple Households | 65.7 /100 | #166 | Good 46.7% |
| Average Family Size | 4.7 /100 | #232 | Tragic 3.18 |
| Single Father Households | 0.1 /100 | #278 | Tragic 2.6% |
| Single Mother Households | 5.1 /100 | #216 | Tragic 6.8% |
| Currently Married | 66.8 /100 | #158 | Good 46.9% |
| Divorced or Separated | 0.0 /100 | #332 | Tragic 13.7% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 0.1 /100 | #265 | Tragic 36.7% |
Cherokee Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Cherokee residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (23.0%), percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (7.7%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (59.9%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with no vehicle available (7.7%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (92.4%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (59.9%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 99.9 /100 | #35 | Exceptional 7.7% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #33 | Exceptional 92.4% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #40 | Exceptional 59.9% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #36 | Exceptional 23.0% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #49 | Exceptional 7.7% |
Cherokee Education Level
In terms of education level, Cherokee residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 6th grade education (97.6%), percentage of population with at least 2nd grade education (98.3%), and percentage of population with at least 7th grade education (96.8%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least associate's degree education (38.9%), percentage of population with at least bachelor's degree education (30.2%), and percentage of population with at least college, 1 year or more education (53.2%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 99.3 /100 | #76 | Exceptional 1.7% |
| Nursery School | 99.3 /100 | #75 | Exceptional 98.3% |
| Kindergarten | 99.3 /100 | #75 | Exceptional 98.3% |
| 1st Grade | 99.3 /100 | #75 | Exceptional 98.3% |
| 2nd Grade | 99.4 /100 | #76 | Exceptional 98.3% |
| 3rd Grade | 99.3 /100 | #75 | Exceptional 98.2% |
| 4th Grade | 99.3 /100 | #76 | Exceptional 98.0% |
| 5th Grade | 99.4 /100 | #73 | Exceptional 97.8% |
| 6th Grade | 99.4 /100 | #73 | Exceptional 97.6% |
| 7th Grade | 99.4 /100 | #77 | Exceptional 96.8% |
| 8th Grade | 99.0 /100 | #86 | Exceptional 96.5% |
| 9th Grade | 96.3 /100 | #111 | Exceptional 95.4% |
| 10th Grade | 84.9 /100 | #143 | Excellent 94.1% |
| 11th Grade | 40.7 /100 | #181 | Average 92.4% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 7.4 /100 | #217 | Tragic 90.5% |
| High School Diploma | 14.3 /100 | #209 | Poor 88.5% |
| GED/Equivalency | 1.3 /100 | #243 | Tragic 83.9% |
| College, Under 1 year | 0.1 /100 | #281 | Tragic 60.1% |
| College, 1 year or more | 0.0 /100 | #294 | Tragic 53.2% |
| Associate's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #296 | Tragic 38.9% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #304 | Tragic 30.2% |
| Master's Degree | 0.1 /100 | #302 | Tragic 11.4% |
| Professional Degree | 0.1 /100 | #311 | Tragic 3.3% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.3 /100 | #286 | Tragic 1.5% |
Cherokee Disability
In terms of disability, Cherokee residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with cognitive disability (18.0%), percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (50.2%), and percentage of population with self-care disability (2.9%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability (14.8%), percentage of males with a disability (14.8%), and percentage of females with a disability (14.9%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 0.0 /100 | #336 | Tragic 14.8% |
| Males | 0.0 /100 | #334 | Tragic 14.8% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #334 | Tragic 14.9% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 0.0 /100 | #324 | Tragic 1.8% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 0.0 /100 | #340 | Tragic 6.9% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #338 | Tragic 8.7% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 0.0 /100 | #329 | Tragic 15.5% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 0.0 /100 | #320 | Tragic 28.2% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 0.0 /100 | #302 | Tragic 50.2% |
| Vision | 0.0 /100 | #325 | Tragic 2.9% |
| Hearing | 0.0 /100 | #331 | Tragic 4.2% |
| Cognitive | 0.3 /100 | #268 | Tragic 18.0% |
| Ambulatory | 0.0 /100 | #333 | Tragic 7.9% |
| Self-Care | 0.0 /100 | #324 | Tragic 2.9% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Cherokee in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Cherokee in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Households with 3 or More Vehicles Available
23.0%
(100.0/100)
#2
Percentage of Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available
7.7%
(100.0/100)
#3
Percentage of Households with 2 or More Vehicles Available
59.9%
(100.0/100)
#4
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 16 and 19
40.2%
(100.0/100)
#5
Percentage of Households with 1 or More Vehicles Available
92.4%
(100.0/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Cherokee in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Cherokee in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Males with a Disability
14.8%
(0.0/100)
#2
Percentage of Females with a Disability
14.9%
(0.0/100)
#3
Percentage of Population with a Disability
14.8%
(0.0/100)
#4
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 35 and 44
81.4%
(0.0/100)
#5
Percentage of Population with Ambulatory Disability
7.9%
(0.0/100)
What is Cherokee per capita income in the United States?
Cherokee per capita income in the United States is $37,203, which is tragic, ranking it 299th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee median family income in the United States?
Cherokee median family income in the United States is $88,209, which is tragic, ranking it 288th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee median household income in the United States?
Cherokee median household income in the United States is $72,682, which is tragic, ranking it 301st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee median earnings in the United States?
Cherokee median earnings in the United States is $41,252, which is tragic, ranking it 296th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee median male earnings in the United States?
Cherokee median male earnings in the United States is $48,669, which is tragic, ranking it 271st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee median female earnings in the United States?
Cherokee median female earnings in the United States is $34,742, which is tragic, ranking it 316th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Cherokee wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 27.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 256th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee poverty level in the United States?
Cherokee poverty level in the United States is 14.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 261st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee poverty level among families in the United States?
Cherokee poverty level among families in the United States is 10.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 246th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee poverty level among males in the United States?
Cherokee poverty level among males in the United States is 13.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 259th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee poverty level among females in the United States?
Cherokee poverty level among females in the United States is 15.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 263rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Cherokee poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 19.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 267th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee poverty level among single males in the United States?
Cherokee poverty level among single males in the United States is 16.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 313th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee poverty level among single females in the United States?
Cherokee poverty level among single females in the United States is 25.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 314th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Cherokee poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 19.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 321st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Cherokee poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 34.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 317th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Cherokee percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 13.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 233rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee unemployment in the United States?
Cherokee unemployment in the United States is 5.3%, which is fair, ranking it 202nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Cherokee unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 224th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Cherokee unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.3%, which is fair, ranking it 191st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee percentage of family households in the United States?
Cherokee percentage of family households in the United States is 65.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 117th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Cherokee percentage of family households with children in the United States is 27.5%, which is average, ranking it 170th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Cherokee percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 46.7%, which is good, ranking it 166th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee average family size in the United States?
Cherokee average family size in the United States is 3.18, which is tragic, ranking it 232nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee percentage of single father households in the United States?
Cherokee percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 278th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Cherokee percentage of single mother households in the United States is 6.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 216th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Cherokee percentage of population currently married in the United States is 46.9%, which is good, ranking it 158th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Cherokee percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 13.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 332nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Cherokee percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 36.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 265th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Cherokee percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 14.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 336th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Cherokee percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 14.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 334th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Cherokee percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 14.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 334th 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.