In terms of income, Dutch West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (27.7%), household income with householder under the age of 25 ($41,685), and household income with householder over the age of 65 ($46,424), but there is room for improvement in median female earnings ($30,484), median family income ($74,217), and household income with householder between the ages 45 and 64 ($72,090).

Income Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Per Capita Income	21.8 /100 \| #323	Fair $32,046
Median Family Income	18.4 /100 \| #330	Poor $74,217
Median Household Income	20.6 /100 \| #329	Fair $62,033
Median Earnings	19.2 /100 \| #324	Poor $36,215
Median Male Earnings	23.5 /100 \| #306	Fair $42,519
Median Female Earnings	11.1 /100 \| #335	Poor $30,484
Householder Age \| Under 25 years	36.2 /100 \| #325	Fair $41,685
Householder Age \| 25 - 44 years	23.2 /100 \| #329	Fair $69,347
Householder Age \| 45 - 64 years	18.7 /100 \| #330	Poor $72,090
Householder Age \| Over 65 years	25.9 /100 \| #332	Fair $46,424
Wage/Income Gap	47.5 /100 \| #258	Average 27.7%

Dutch West Indian Poverty

In terms of poverty, Dutch West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among married-couple families (6.3%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (12.6%), and poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (11.6%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among single females (28.1%), poverty level among single mothers (37.4%), and poverty level among children under the age of 5 (24.0%).

Poverty Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Poverty	57.0 /100 \| #297	Average 15.5%
Families	63.1 /100 \| #285	Good 11.6%
Males	60.0 /100 \| #299	Average 14.1%
Females	56.5 /100 \| #303	Average 17.0%
Females 18 to 24 years	47.4 /100 \| #321	Average 24.9%
Females 25 to 34 years	54.3 /100 \| #322	Average 18.7%
Children Under 5 years	46.8 /100 \| #319	Average 24.0%
Children Under 16 years	51.5 /100 \| #301	Average 21.7%
Boys Under 16 years	50.8 /100 \| #306	Average 22.0%
Girls Under 16 years	52.1 /100 \| #301	Average 21.7%
Single Males	67.3 /100 \| #321	Good 16.6%
Single Females	42.0 /100 \| #328	Average 28.1%
Single Fathers	57.0 /100 \| #320	Average 20.0%
Single Mothers	43.5 /100 \| #333	Average 37.4%
Married Couples	78.1 /100 \| #267	Good 6.3%
Seniors Over 65 years	73.6 /100 \| #237	Good 11.6%
Seniors Over 75 years	75.1 /100 \| #217	Good 12.6%
Receiving Food Stamps	73.4 /100 \| #257	Good 13.9%

Dutch West Indian Unemployment

In terms of unemployment, Dutch West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among males (5.9%), unemployment rate amomg seniors over the age of 65 (5.1%), and unemployment (5.7%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (10.8%), unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 6 (9.7%), and unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (10.4%).

Unemployment Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Unemployment	88.0 /100 \| #240	Excellent 5.7%
Males	90.3 /100 \| #249	Exceptional 5.9%
Females	83.3 /100 \| #243	Excellent 5.7%
Youth < 25	87.0 /100 \| #230	Excellent 12.4%
Age \| 16 to 19 years	81.3 /100 \| #258	Excellent 19.9%
Age \| 20 to 24 years	87.8 /100 \| #248	Excellent 11.0%
Age \| 25 to 29 years	78.9 /100 \| #320	Good 8.5%
Age \| 30 to 34 years	86.1 /100 \| #293	Excellent 6.7%
Age \| 35 to 44 years	86.1 /100 \| #297	Excellent 5.7%
Age \| 45 to 54 years	86.0 /100 \| #275	Excellent 5.1%
Age \| 55 to 59 years	87.8 /100 \| #303	Excellent 5.5%
Age \| 60 to 64 years	83.1 /100 \| #301	Excellent 5.5%
Age \| 65 to 74 years	86.9 /100 \| #114	Excellent 5.3%
Seniors > 65	88.1 /100 \| #101	Excellent 5.1%
Seniors > 75	65.5 /100 \| #326	Good 10.8%
Women w/ Children < 6	74.1 /100 \| #321	Good 9.7%
Women w/ Children 6 to 17	75.0 /100 \| #310	Good 10.4%
Women w/ Children < 18	78.1 /100 \| #263	Good 6.2%

Dutch West Indian Labor Participation

In terms of labor participation, Dutch West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (73.7%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (80.8%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (36.2%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (61.4%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (80.2%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (75.0%).

Labor Participation Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
In Labor Force \| Age > 16	38.5 /100 \| #330	Fair 61.4%
In Labor Force \| Age 20-64	52.2 /100 \| #324	Average 75.0%
In Labor Force \| Age 16-19	54.2 /100 \| #155	Average 36.2%
In Labor Force \| Age 20-24	61.1 /100 \| #243	Good 73.7%
In Labor Force \| Age 25-29	47.7 /100 \| #327	Average 80.2%
In Labor Force \| Age 30-34	58.4 /100 \| #322	Average 80.8%
In Labor Force \| Age 35-44	53.9 /100 \| #327	Average 80.1%
In Labor Force \| Age 45-54	53.5 /100 \| #326	Average 77.7%

Dutch West Indian Family Structure

In terms of family structure, Dutch West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (2.6%), percentage of population currently married (46.2%), and percentage of married-couple family households (45.8%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population currently divorced or separated (14.5%), average family size (3.25), and percentage of family households with children (27.6%).

Family Structure Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Family Households	47.8 /100 \| #129	Average 65.1%
Family Households with Children	25.7 /100 \| #198	Fair 27.6%
Married-couple Households	58.4 /100 \| #202	Average 45.8%
Average Family Size	17.2 /100 \| #188	Poor 3.25
Single Father Households	75.2 /100 \| #289	Good 2.6%
Single Mother Households	53.0 /100 \| #234	Average 7.3%
Currently Married	64.4 /100 \| #194	Good 46.2%
Divorced or Separated	16.3 /100 \| #340	Poor 14.5%
Births to Unmarried Women	50.1 /100 \| #297	Average 38.5%

Dutch West Indian Vehicle Availability

In terms of vehicle availability, Dutch West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (6.0%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (90.3%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (57.2%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (7.2%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (21.6%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (57.2%).

Vehicle Availability Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
No Vehicles Available	97.8 /100 \| #2	Exceptional 6.0%
1+ Vehicles Available	87.9 /100 \| #141	Excellent 90.3%
2+ Vehicles Available	80.0 /100 \| #113	Good 57.2%
3+ Vehicles Available	58.6 /100 \| #82	Average 21.6%
4+ Vehicles Available	46.3 /100 \| #86	Average 7.2%

Dutch West Indian Education Level

In terms of education level, Dutch West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with no schooling (1.9%), percentage of population with at least 5th grade education (97.5%), and percentage of population with at least 4th grade education (97.7%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (1.2%), percentage of population with at least professional degree education (2.8%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (9.8%).

Education Level Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
No Schooling Completed	78.5 /100 \| #146	Good 1.9%
Nursery School	64.3 /100 \| #138	Good 98.2%
Kindergarten	63.9 /100 \| #138	Good 98.2%
1st Grade	70.1 /100 \| #137	Good 98.2%
2nd Grade	70.6 /100 \| #139	Good 98.1%
3rd Grade	62.5 /100 \| #140	Good 98.0%
4th Grade	72.0 /100 \| #153	Good 97.7%
5th Grade	73.7 /100 \| #154	Good 97.5%
6th Grade	62.2 /100 \| #157	Good 97.2%
7th Grade	64.5 /100 \| #176	Good 96.0%
8th Grade	62.8 /100 \| #188	Good 95.6%
9th Grade	67.7 /100 \| #220	Good 94.4%
10th Grade	66.2 /100 \| #248	Good 92.7%
11th Grade	59.6 /100 \| #272	Average 90.7%
12th Grade, No Diploma	54.6 /100 \| #289	Average 88.4%
High School Diploma	54.8 /100 \| #280	Average 86.3%
GED/Equivalency	47.2 /100 \| #302	Average 81.4%
College, Under 1 year	37.3 /100 \| #319	Fair 56.4%
College, 1 year or more	33.7 /100 \| #331	Fair 49.5%
Associate's Degree	30.3 /100 \| #329	Fair 35.0%
Bachelor's Degree	24.2 /100 \| #328	Fair 27.0%
Master's Degree	12.6 /100 \| #332	Poor 9.8%
Professional Degree	11.4 /100 \| #338	Poor 2.8%
Doctorate Degree	8.3 /100 \| #334	Tragic 1.2%

Dutch West Indian Disability

In terms of disability, Dutch West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.9%), percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (52.2%), and percentage of population with self-care disability (3.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (16.2%), percentage of population with a disability (15.1%), and percentage of males with a disability (15.2%).

Disability Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Disability	18.3 /100 \| #341	Poor 15.1%
Males	19.8 /100 \| #340	Poor 15.2%
Females	20.9 /100 \| #339	Fair 15.1%
Age \| Under 5 years	68.0 /100 \| #338	Good 1.9%
Age \| 5 to 17 years	48.0 /100 \| #335	Average 6.7%
Age \| 18 to 34 years	37.9 /100 \| #337	Fair 8.3%
Age \| 35 to 64 years	16.5 /100 \| #336	Poor 16.2%
Age \| 65 to 74 years	46.9 /100 \| #331	Average 30.2%
Age \| Over 75 years	58.4 /100 \| #322	Average 52.2%
Vision	28.6 /100 \| #337	Fair 3.2%
Hearing	39.5 /100 \| #339	Fair 4.4%
Cognitive	48.6 /100 \| #273	Average 17.9%
Ambulatory	27.9 /100 \| #341	Fair 8.4%
Self-Care	50.3 /100 \| #333	Average 3.0%

Common Questions

What are the strongest characteristics of Dutch West Indians in the United States?

The strongest characteristics of Dutch West Indians in the United States are:

Percentage of Households with No Vehicle Available

6.0%

(97.8/100)

Unemployment Rate Among Males

5.9%

(90.3/100)

Unemployment Rate Amomg Seniors Over the Age of 65

5.1%

(88.1/100)

Unemployment

5.7%

(88.0/100)

Percentage of Households with 1 or More Vehicles Available

90.3%

(87.9/100)

What are the most vital challenges facing Dutch West Indians in the United States?

The most vital challenges facing Dutch West Indians in the United States are:

Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education

1.2%

(8.3/100)

Median Female Earnings

$30,484

(11.1/100)

Percentage of Population with at least Professional Degree Education

2.8%

(11.4/100)

Percentage of Population with at least Master's Degree Education

9.8%

(12.6/100)

Percentage of Population Currently Divorced or Separated

14.5%

(16.3/100)

What is Dutch West Indian per capita income in the United States?

Dutch West Indian per capita income in the United States is $32,046, which is fair, ranking it 323rd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian median family income in the United States?

Dutch West Indian median family income in the United States is $74,217, which is poor, ranking it 330th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian median household income in the United States?

Dutch West Indian median household income in the United States is $62,033, which is fair, ranking it 329th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian median earnings in the United States?

Dutch West Indian median earnings in the United States is $36,215, which is poor, ranking it 324th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian median male earnings in the United States?

Dutch West Indian median male earnings in the United States is $42,519, which is fair, ranking it 306th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian median female earnings in the United States?

Dutch West Indian median female earnings in the United States is $30,484, which is poor, ranking it 335th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian wage/income gap percentage in the United States?

Dutch West Indian wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 27.7%, which is average, ranking it 258th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian poverty level in the United States?

Dutch West Indian poverty level in the United States is 15.5%, which is average, ranking it 297th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian poverty level among families in the United States?

Dutch West Indian poverty level among families in the United States is 11.6%, which is good, ranking it 285th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian poverty level among males in the United States?

Dutch West Indian poverty level among males in the United States is 14.1%, which is average, ranking it 299th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian poverty level among females in the United States?

Dutch West Indian poverty level among females in the United States is 17.0%, which is average, ranking it 303rd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?

Dutch West Indian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 21.7%, which is average, ranking it 301st out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian poverty level among single males in the United States?

Dutch West Indian poverty level among single males in the United States is 16.6%, which is good, ranking it 321st out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian poverty level among single females in the United States?

Dutch West Indian poverty level among single females in the United States is 28.1%, which is average, ranking it 328th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian poverty level among single fathers in the United States?

Dutch West Indian poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 20.0%, which is average, ranking it 320th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian poverty level among single mothers in the United States?

Dutch West Indian poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 37.4%, which is average, ranking it 333rd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 13.9%, which is good, ranking it 257th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian unemployment in the United States?

Dutch West Indian unemployment in the United States is 5.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 240th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian unemployment rate among males in the United States?

Dutch West Indian unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 249th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?

Dutch West Indian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 243rd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of family households in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of family households in the United States is 65.1%, which is average, ranking it 129th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of family households with children in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of family households with children in the United States is 27.6%, which is fair, ranking it 198th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 45.8%, which is average, ranking it 202nd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian average family size in the United States?

Dutch West Indian average family size in the United States is 3.25, which is poor, ranking it 188th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of single father households in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.6%, which is good, ranking it 289th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of single mother households in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of single mother households in the United States is 7.3%, which is average, ranking it 234th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of population currently married in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of population currently married in the United States is 46.2%, which is good, ranking it 194th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 14.5%, which is poor, ranking it 340th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 38.5%, which is average, ranking it 297th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of population with a disability in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 15.1%, which is poor, ranking it 341st out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of males with a disability in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 15.2%, which is poor, ranking it 340th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of females with a disability in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 15.1%, which is fair, ranking it 339th 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.

Dutch West Indian Social Profile

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