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SOCIAL INDEX
49.3/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
260th/ 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 (27.8%), household income with householder under the age of 25 ($43,270), and household income with householder over the age of 65 ($50,084), but there is room for improvement in median female earnings ($31,750), median earnings ($37,822), and median family income ($80,897).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 28.9 /100 | #292 | Fair $34,013 |
| Median Family Income | 28.8 /100 | #285 | Fair $80,897 |
| Median Household Income | 29.1 /100 | #297 | Fair $66,902 |
| Median Earnings | 25.9 /100 | #290 | Fair $37,822 |
| Median Male Earnings | 30.2 /100 | #268 | Fair $44,741 |
| Median Female Earnings | 18.8 /100 | #309 | Poor $31,750 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 42.2 /100 | #299 | Average $43,270 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 30.2 /100 | #295 | Fair $73,852 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 29.2 /100 | #285 | Fair $78,905 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 36.8 /100 | #274 | Fair $50,084 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 47.5 /100 | #259 | Average 27.8% |
Cherokee Poverty
In terms of poverty, Cherokee residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (10.5%), poverty level among married-couple families (5.8%), and poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (11.7%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among single females (26.2%), poverty level among single mothers (35.0%), and poverty level among children under the age of 5 (22.1%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 64.2 /100 | #261 | Good 14.5% |
| Families | 69.3 /100 | #243 | Good 10.8% |
| Males | 66.3 /100 | #260 | Good 13.2% |
| Females | 64.3 /100 | #262 | Good 15.7% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 57.0 /100 | #291 | Average 23.0% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 60.4 /100 | #311 | Good 17.5% |
| Children Under 5 years | 54.8 /100 | #291 | Average 22.1% |
| Children Under 16 years | 59.2 /100 | #267 | Average 20.0% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 59.0 /100 | #269 | Average 20.2% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 58.5 /100 | #273 | Average 20.3% |
| Single Males | 69.6 /100 | #312 | Good 16.1% |
| Single Females | 51.7 /100 | #314 | Average 26.2% |
| Single Fathers | 59.3 /100 | #313 | Average 19.5% |
| Single Mothers | 53.5 /100 | #314 | Average 35.0% |
| Married Couples | 82.1 /100 | #236 | Excellent 5.8% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 82.3 /100 | #175 | Excellent 10.5% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 81.6 /100 | #155 | Excellent 11.7% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 76.9 /100 | #234 | Good 13.0% |
Cherokee Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Cherokee residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (5.1%), unemployment rate among males (5.8%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (4.8%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (10.4%), unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 6 (9.5%), and unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (9.9%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 89.4 /100 | #216 | Excellent 5.5% |
| Males | 91.2 /100 | #236 | Exceptional 5.8% |
| Females | 86.0 /100 | #198 | Excellent 5.5% |
| Youth < 25 | 87.4 /100 | #226 | Excellent 12.4% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 84.9 /100 | #226 | Excellent 19.1% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 88.5 /100 | #237 | Excellent 10.9% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 84.7 /100 | #280 | Excellent 7.7% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 86.3 /100 | #287 | Excellent 6.6% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 88.4 /100 | #258 | Excellent 5.4% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 89.6 /100 | #229 | Excellent 4.8% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 91.3 /100 | #238 | Exceptional 5.1% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 89.2 /100 | #186 | Excellent 4.9% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 85.9 /100 | #163 | Excellent 5.5% |
| Seniors > 65 | 87.7 /100 | #129 | Excellent 5.2% |
| Seniors > 75 | 69.1 /100 | #312 | Good 10.4% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 75.3 /100 | #315 | Good 9.5% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 78.1 /100 | #290 | Good 9.9% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 81.9 /100 | #226 | Excellent 5.9% |
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 20 and 24 (75.7%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (39.4%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (81.5%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (62.1%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (81.9%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (76.1%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 43.9 /100 | #319 | Average 62.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 59.3 /100 | #318 | Average 76.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 69.5 /100 | #65 | Good 39.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 73.0 /100 | #111 | Good 75.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 58.4 /100 | #311 | Average 81.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 63.8 /100 | #318 | Good 81.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 62.6 /100 | #315 | Good 81.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 59.6 /100 | #316 | Average 78.7% |
Cherokee Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Cherokee residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (2.6%), percentage of population currently married (47.1%), and percentage of married-couple family households (47.0%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.21), percentage of population currently divorced or separated (14.0%), and percentage of family households with children (27.8%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 48.8 /100 | #116 | Average 65.3% |
| Family Households with Children | 26.9 /100 | #176 | Fair 27.8% |
| Married-couple Households | 65.3 /100 | #162 | Good 47.0% |
| Average Family Size | 13.5 /100 | #232 | Poor 3.21 |
| Single Father Households | 76.4 /100 | #278 | Good 2.6% |
| Single Mother Households | 58.9 /100 | #216 | Average 7.0% |
| Currently Married | 69.8 /100 | #155 | Good 47.1% |
| Divorced or Separated | 26.8 /100 | #332 | Fair 14.0% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 54.0 /100 | #275 | Average 37.1% |
Cherokee Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Cherokee residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (7.8%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (92.3%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (59.8%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (7.7%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (22.9%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (59.8%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 93.8 /100 | #36 | Exceptional 7.8% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 93.2 /100 | #34 | Exceptional 92.3% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 87.7 /100 | #44 | Excellent 59.8% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 64.9 /100 | #37 | Good 22.9% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 51.6 /100 | #48 | Average 7.7% |
Cherokee Education Level
In terms of education level, Cherokee residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with no schooling (1.6%), percentage of population with at least 5th grade education (97.9%), and percentage of population with at least 4th grade education (98.1%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (1.4%), percentage of population with at least professional degree education (3.2%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (11.1%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 87.2 /100 | #80 | Excellent 1.6% |
| Nursery School | 70.6 /100 | #78 | Good 98.5% |
| Kindergarten | 70.3 /100 | #78 | Good 98.4% |
| 1st Grade | 77.2 /100 | #78 | Good 98.4% |
| 2nd Grade | 78.0 /100 | #78 | Good 98.4% |
| 3rd Grade | 69.6 /100 | #77 | Good 98.3% |
| 4th Grade | 82.3 /100 | #78 | Excellent 98.1% |
| 5th Grade | 83.8 /100 | #76 | Excellent 97.9% |
| 6th Grade | 71.5 /100 | #77 | Good 97.7% |
| 7th Grade | 74.3 /100 | #79 | Good 96.8% |
| 8th Grade | 73.0 /100 | #83 | Good 96.5% |
| 9th Grade | 79.6 /100 | #106 | Good 95.4% |
| 10th Grade | 79.4 /100 | #142 | Good 94.0% |
| 11th Grade | 74.1 /100 | #180 | Good 92.2% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 69.7 /100 | #216 | Good 90.2% |
| High School Diploma | 69.4 /100 | #207 | Good 88.3% |
| GED/Equivalency | 61.8 /100 | #244 | Good 83.6% |
| College, Under 1 year | 48.7 /100 | #277 | Average 59.8% |
| College, 1 year or more | 44.5 /100 | #290 | Average 53.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 40.0 /100 | #300 | Fair 38.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 32.3 /100 | #303 | Fair 29.7% |
| Master's Degree | 21.3 /100 | #304 | Fair 11.1% |
| Professional Degree | 19.1 /100 | #313 | Poor 3.2% |
| Doctorate Degree | 17.0 /100 | #283 | Poor 1.4% |
Cherokee Disability
In terms of disability, Cherokee residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.7%), percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (50.8%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 65 and 75 (28.3%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (15.4%), percentage of population with a disability (14.6%), and percentage of males with a disability (14.6%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 25.6 /100 | #334 | Fair 14.6% |
| Males | 26.8 /100 | #335 | Fair 14.6% |
| Females | 28.0 /100 | #334 | Fair 14.6% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 73.1 /100 | #328 | Good 1.7% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 47.3 /100 | #338 | Average 6.7% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 37.5 /100 | #338 | Fair 8.3% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 23.7 /100 | #328 | Fair 15.4% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 55.8 /100 | #320 | Average 28.3% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 65.3 /100 | #304 | Good 50.8% |
| Vision | 43.2 /100 | #322 | Average 2.9% |
| Hearing | 47.6 /100 | #329 | Average 4.1% |
| Cognitive | 50.3 /100 | #261 | Average 17.8% |
| Ambulatory | 38.4 /100 | #332 | Fair 7.9% |
| Self-Care | 53.7 /100 | #326 | Average 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 No Vehicle Available
7.8%
(93.8/100)
#2
Percentage of Households with 1 or More Vehicles Available
92.3%
(93.2/100)
#3
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 55 and 59
5.1%
(91.3/100)
#4
Unemployment Rate Among Males
5.8%
(91.2/100)
#5
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 45 and 54
4.8%
(89.6/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Cherokee in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Cherokee in the United States are:
#1
Average Family Size
3.21
(13.5/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education
1.4%
(17.0/100)
#3
Median Female Earnings
$31,750
(18.8/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with at least Professional Degree Education
3.2%
(19.1/100)
#5
Percentage of Population with at least Master's Degree Education
11.1%
(21.3/100)
What is Cherokee per capita income in the United States?
Cherokee per capita income in the United States is $34,013, which is fair, ranking it 292nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee median family income in the United States?
Cherokee median family income in the United States is $80,897, which is fair, ranking it 285th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee median household income in the United States?
Cherokee median household income in the United States is $66,902, which is fair, ranking it 297th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee median earnings in the United States?
Cherokee median earnings in the United States is $37,822, which is fair, ranking it 290th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee median male earnings in the United States?
Cherokee median male earnings in the United States is $44,741, which is fair, ranking it 268th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee median female earnings in the United States?
Cherokee median female earnings in the United States is $31,750, which is poor, ranking it 309th 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 27.8%, which is average, ranking it 259th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee poverty level in the United States?
Cherokee poverty level in the United States is 14.5%, which is good, 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 10.8%, which is good, ranking it 243rd 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 13.2%, which is good, ranking it 260th 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 15.7%, which is good, ranking it 262nd 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 20.0%, which is average, 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 good, ranking it 312th 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 26.2%, which is average, 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 19.5%, which is average, ranking it 313th 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 35.0%, which is average, ranking it 314th 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 13.0%, which is good, ranking it 234th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee unemployment in the United States?
Cherokee unemployment in the United States is 5.5%, which is excellent, ranking it 216th 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 5.8%, which is exceptional, ranking it 236th 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 5.5%, which is excellent, ranking it 198th 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 65.3%, which is average, ranking it 116th 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 27.8%, which is fair, ranking it 176th 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 47.0%, which is good, ranking it 162nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Cherokee average family size in the United States?
Cherokee average family size in the United States is 3.21, which is poor, 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 good, 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 7.0%, which is average, 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 47.1%, which is good, ranking it 155th 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 14.0%, which is fair, 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 37.1%, which is average, ranking it 275th 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 14.6%, which is fair, ranking it 334th 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 14.6%, which is fair, ranking it 335th 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 14.6%, which is fair, 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.