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254th/ 347
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Choctaw Geographic Distribution
Choctaw Income
In terms of income, Choctaw residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (28.1%), median male earnings ($47,729), and household income with householder over the age of 65 ($53,060), but there is room for improvement in household income with householder under the age of 25 ($45,450), median female earnings ($33,775), and median household income ($69,947).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 0.0 /100 | #316 | Tragic $35,999 |
| Median Family Income | 0.0 /100 | #313 | Tragic $84,835 |
| Median Household Income | 0.0 /100 | #322 | Tragic $69,947 |
| Median Earnings | 0.0 /100 | #313 | Tragic $40,270 |
| Median Male Earnings | 0.1 /100 | #291 | Tragic $47,729 |
| Median Female Earnings | 0.0 /100 | #332 | Tragic $33,775 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 0.0 /100 | #332 | Tragic $45,450 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 0.0 /100 | #320 | Tragic $78,168 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 0.0 /100 | #318 | Tragic $82,287 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 0.0 /100 | #303 | Tragic $53,060 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 0.4 /100 | #288 | Tragic 28.1% |
Choctaw Poverty
In terms of poverty, Choctaw residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (12.5%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (11.4%), and percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps (13.6%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among single males (17.0%), poverty level among single fathers (20.7%), and poverty level among single mothers (36.4%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 0.0 /100 | #308 | Tragic 15.6% |
| Families | 0.0 /100 | #296 | Tragic 11.6% |
| Males | 0.0 /100 | #312 | Tragic 14.4% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #303 | Tragic 16.8% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 0.0 /100 | #314 | Tragic 24.3% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #321 | Tragic 18.1% |
| Children Under 5 years | 0.0 /100 | #320 | Tragic 23.5% |
| Children Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #303 | Tragic 21.0% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #307 | Tragic 21.3% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #301 | Tragic 21.1% |
| Single Males | 0.0 /100 | #325 | Tragic 17.0% |
| Single Females | 0.0 /100 | #325 | Tragic 27.2% |
| Single Fathers | 0.0 /100 | #327 | Tragic 20.7% |
| Single Mothers | 0.0 /100 | #328 | Tragic 36.4% |
| Married Couples | 0.1 /100 | #275 | Tragic 6.3% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 14.5 /100 | #206 | Poor 11.4% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 20.2 /100 | #192 | Fair 12.5% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 1.0 /100 | #241 | Tragic 13.6% |
Choctaw Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Choctaw residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate amomg seniors over the age of 65 (4.9%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (5.1%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 60 and 64 (4.8%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 6 (9.8%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (6.4%), and unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (9.9%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 12.7 /100 | #218 | Poor 5.4% |
| Males | 1.6 /100 | #231 | Tragic 5.6% |
| Females | 12.3 /100 | #210 | Poor 5.4% |
| Youth < 25 | 1.9 /100 | #230 | Tragic 12.1% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 0.1 /100 | #265 | Tragic 19.0% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 3.6 /100 | #233 | Tragic 10.6% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 0.0 /100 | #271 | Tragic 7.5% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #285 | Tragic 6.4% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 0.1 /100 | #263 | Tragic 5.3% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 6.1 /100 | #221 | Tragic 4.7% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 1.3 /100 | #237 | Tragic 5.0% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 90.3 /100 | #128 | Exceptional 4.8% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 99.8 /100 | #48 | Exceptional 5.1% |
| Seniors > 65 | 99.9 /100 | #48 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Seniors > 75 | 37.1 /100 | #185 | Fair 8.8% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 0.0 /100 | #325 | Tragic 9.8% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 0.0 /100 | #286 | Tragic 9.9% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 1.1 /100 | #244 | Tragic 5.9% |
Choctaw Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Choctaw residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (38.0%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (74.7%), and labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (61.5%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (75.4%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (81.0%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (80.5%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 0.0 /100 | #329 | Tragic 61.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 0.0 /100 | #324 | Tragic 75.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 95.6 /100 | #127 | Exceptional 38.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 21.4 /100 | #201 | Fair 74.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 0.0 /100 | #326 | Tragic 81.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 0.0 /100 | #318 | Tragic 81.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 0.0 /100 | #324 | Tragic 80.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 0.0 /100 | #325 | Tragic 78.2% |
Choctaw Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Choctaw residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of family households with children (28.1%), percentage of family households (64.9%), and percentage of population currently married (46.3%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population currently divorced or separated (14.1%), percentage of single father households (2.7%), and percentage of births to unmarried women (36.9%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 93.4 /100 | #123 | Exceptional 64.9% |
| Family Households with Children | 98.3 /100 | #105 | Exceptional 28.1% |
| Married-couple Households | 24.9 /100 | #191 | Fair 46.0% |
| Average Family Size | 28.3 /100 | #195 | Fair 3.21 |
| Single Father Households | 0.0 /100 | #292 | Tragic 2.7% |
| Single Mother Households | 1.4 /100 | #233 | Tragic 7.0% |
| Currently Married | 29.1 /100 | #190 | Fair 46.3% |
| Divorced or Separated | 0.0 /100 | #338 | Tragic 14.1% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 0.1 /100 | #272 | Tragic 36.9% |
Choctaw Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Choctaw 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 (7.8%), and percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (92.2%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (59.3%), percentage of households with no vehicle available (7.9%), and percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (92.2%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 99.9 /100 | #44 | Exceptional 7.9% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 99.9 /100 | #44 | Exceptional 92.2% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 99.9 /100 | #50 | Exceptional 59.3% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #35 | Exceptional 23.0% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #45 | Exceptional 7.8% |
Choctaw Education Level
In terms of education level, Choctaw residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 1st grade education (98.2%), percentage of population with at least 2nd grade education (98.2%), and percentage of population with at least nursery school education (98.3%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least associate's degree education (37.8%), percentage of population with at least bachelor's degree education (29.4%), and percentage of population with at least college, 1 year or more education (52.3%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 98.1 /100 | #99 | Exceptional 1.8% |
| Nursery School | 98.3 /100 | #98 | Exceptional 98.3% |
| Kindergarten | 98.2 /100 | #98 | Exceptional 98.3% |
| 1st Grade | 98.3 /100 | #98 | Exceptional 98.2% |
| 2nd Grade | 98.3 /100 | #97 | Exceptional 98.2% |
| 3rd Grade | 98.0 /100 | #98 | Exceptional 98.1% |
| 4th Grade | 97.9 /100 | #102 | Exceptional 97.9% |
| 5th Grade | 98.0 /100 | #102 | Exceptional 97.7% |
| 6th Grade | 98.0 /100 | #102 | Exceptional 97.5% |
| 7th Grade | 96.6 /100 | #115 | Exceptional 96.5% |
| 8th Grade | 94.0 /100 | #126 | Exceptional 96.2% |
| 9th Grade | 81.9 /100 | #147 | Excellent 95.1% |
| 10th Grade | 36.6 /100 | #184 | Fair 93.6% |
| 11th Grade | 3.7 /100 | #231 | Tragic 91.8% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 0.7 /100 | #253 | Tragic 89.8% |
| High School Diploma | 1.9 /100 | #244 | Tragic 87.8% |
| GED/Equivalency | 0.3 /100 | #260 | Tragic 83.1% |
| College, Under 1 year | 0.0 /100 | #289 | Tragic 59.3% |
| College, 1 year or more | 0.0 /100 | #300 | Tragic 52.3% |
| Associate's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #312 | Tragic 37.8% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #311 | Tragic 29.4% |
| Master's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #312 | Tragic 11.0% |
| Professional Degree | 0.1 /100 | #319 | Tragic 3.2% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.3 /100 | #290 | Tragic 1.4% |
Choctaw Disability
In terms of disability, Choctaw residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with cognitive disability (18.4%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 5 and 17 (6.9%), and percentage of population with self-care disability (3.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability (15.4%), percentage of males with a disability (15.4%), and percentage of females with a disability (15.4%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 0.0 /100 | #340 | Tragic 15.4% |
| Males | 0.0 /100 | #341 | Tragic 15.4% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #341 | Tragic 15.4% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 0.0 /100 | #330 | Tragic 1.9% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 0.0 /100 | #339 | Tragic 6.9% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #340 | Tragic 9.0% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 0.0 /100 | #340 | Tragic 16.4% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 0.0 /100 | #329 | Tragic 30.2% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 0.0 /100 | #328 | Tragic 52.7% |
| Vision | 0.0 /100 | #342 | Tragic 3.3% |
| Hearing | 0.0 /100 | #339 | Tragic 4.5% |
| Cognitive | 0.0 /100 | #310 | Tragic 18.4% |
| Ambulatory | 0.0 /100 | #340 | Tragic 8.3% |
| Self-Care | 0.0 /100 | #337 | Tragic 3.0% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Choctaw in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Choctaw 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
7.8%
(100.0/100)
#3
Percentage of Households with 1 or More Vehicles Available
92.2%
(99.9/100)
#4
Percentage of Households with No Vehicle Available
7.9%
(99.9/100)
#5
Percentage of Households with 2 or More Vehicles Available
59.3%
(99.9/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Choctaw in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Choctaw in the United States are:
#1
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 45 and 54
78.2%
(0.0/100)
#2
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 35 and 44
80.5%
(0.0/100)
#3
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 64
75.4%
(0.0/100)
#4
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 25 and 29
81.0%
(0.0/100)
#5
Percentage of Population with Ambulatory Disability
8.3%
(0.0/100)
What is Choctaw per capita income in the United States?
Choctaw per capita income in the United States is $35,999, which is tragic, ranking it 316th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw median family income in the United States?
Choctaw median family income in the United States is $84,835, which is tragic, ranking it 313th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw median household income in the United States?
Choctaw median household income in the United States is $69,947, which is tragic, ranking it 322nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw median earnings in the United States?
Choctaw median earnings in the United States is $40,270, which is tragic, ranking it 313th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw median male earnings in the United States?
Choctaw median male earnings in the United States is $47,729, which is tragic, ranking it 291st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw median female earnings in the United States?
Choctaw median female earnings in the United States is $33,775, which is tragic, ranking it 332nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Choctaw wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 28.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 288th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw poverty level in the United States?
Choctaw poverty level in the United States is 15.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 308th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw poverty level among families in the United States?
Choctaw poverty level among families in the United States is 11.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 296th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw poverty level among males in the United States?
Choctaw poverty level among males in the United States is 14.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 312th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw poverty level among females in the United States?
Choctaw poverty level among females in the United States is 16.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 303rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Choctaw poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 21.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 303rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw poverty level among single males in the United States?
Choctaw poverty level among single males in the United States is 17.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 325th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw poverty level among single females in the United States?
Choctaw poverty level among single females in the United States is 27.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 325th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Choctaw poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 20.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 327th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Choctaw poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 36.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 328th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Choctaw percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 13.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 241st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw unemployment in the United States?
Choctaw unemployment in the United States is 5.4%, which is poor, ranking it 218th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Choctaw unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 231st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Choctaw unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.4%, which is poor, ranking it 210th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw percentage of family households in the United States?
Choctaw percentage of family households in the United States is 64.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 123rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Choctaw percentage of family households with children in the United States is 28.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 105th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Choctaw percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 46.0%, which is fair, ranking it 191st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw average family size in the United States?
Choctaw average family size in the United States is 3.21, which is fair, ranking it 195th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw percentage of single father households in the United States?
Choctaw percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 292nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Choctaw percentage of single mother households in the United States is 7.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 233rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Choctaw percentage of population currently married in the United States is 46.3%, which is fair, ranking it 190th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Choctaw percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 14.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 338th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Choctaw percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 36.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 272nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Choctaw percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 15.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 340th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Choctaw percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 15.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 341st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Choctaw percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Choctaw percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 15.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 341st 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.