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SOCIAL INDEX
65.1/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
194th/ 347
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Guamanian/Chamorro Geographic Distribution
Guamanian/Chamorro Income
In terms of income, Guamanians/Chamorros residing in the United States exhibit better household income with householder under the age of 25 ($48,628), household income with householder over the age of 65 ($57,942), and wage/income gap percentage (26.6%), but there is room for improvement in median female earnings ($35,042), median earnings ($41,664), and per capita income ($37,759).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 42.4 /100 | #227 | Average $37,759 |
| Median Family Income | 45.8 /100 | #196 | Average $91,903 |
| Median Household Income | 49.6 /100 | #176 | Average $78,574 |
| Median Earnings | 41.9 /100 | #212 | Average $41,664 |
| Median Male Earnings | 42.5 /100 | #197 | Average $48,855 |
| Median Female Earnings | 38.9 /100 | #231 | Fair $35,042 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 62.7 /100 | #123 | Good $48,628 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 47.3 /100 | #190 | Average $84,890 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 49.5 /100 | #176 | Average $92,019 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 60.3 /100 | #124 | Good $57,942 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 53.0 /100 | #198 | Average 26.6% |
Guamanian/Chamorro Poverty
In terms of poverty, Guamanians/Chamorros residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among married-couple families (4.9%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (10.1%), and poverty level among single males (12.5%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among single females (22.3%), poverty level among single mothers (30.2%), and poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (19.5%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 77.9 /100 | #173 | Good 12.4% |
| Families | 80.8 /100 | #174 | Excellent 9.1% |
| Males | 79.5 /100 | #169 | Good 11.2% |
| Females | 77.8 /100 | #177 | Good 13.5% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 74.5 /100 | #116 | Good 19.5% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 79.4 /100 | #180 | Good 13.8% |
| Children Under 5 years | 75.6 /100 | #167 | Good 17.2% |
| Children Under 16 years | 75.2 /100 | #175 | Good 16.5% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 74.8 /100 | #171 | Good 16.6% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 76.0 /100 | #174 | Good 16.5% |
| Single Males | 85.8 /100 | #148 | Excellent 12.5% |
| Single Females | 71.1 /100 | #228 | Good 22.3% |
| Single Fathers | 79.1 /100 | #59 | Good 15.1% |
| Single Mothers | 73.6 /100 | #215 | Good 30.2% |
| Married Couples | 89.1 /100 | #135 | Excellent 4.9% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 85.9 /100 | #129 | Excellent 10.1% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 84.1 /100 | #98 | Excellent 11.3% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 82.7 /100 | #172 | Excellent 11.4% |
Guamanian/Chamorro Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Guamanians/Chamorros residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among males (5.5%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (5.0%), 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 (9.3%), unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 18 (6.1%), and unemploymnet rate among females (5.7%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 88.7 /100 | #224 | Excellent 5.6% |
| Males | 92.8 /100 | #204 | Exceptional 5.5% |
| Females | 83.0 /100 | #248 | Excellent 5.7% |
| Youth < 25 | 87.6 /100 | #222 | Excellent 12.3% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 84.0 /100 | #236 | Excellent 19.3% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 90.9 /100 | #170 | Exceptional 10.5% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 90.3 /100 | #210 | Exceptional 6.9% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 91.0 /100 | #226 | Exceptional 5.9% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 90.2 /100 | #229 | Exceptional 5.1% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 89.9 /100 | #220 | Excellent 4.8% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 92.0 /100 | #218 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 88.2 /100 | #229 | Excellent 5.0% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 85.8 /100 | #175 | Excellent 5.5% |
| Seniors > 65 | 86.6 /100 | #193 | Excellent 5.3% |
| Seniors > 75 | 77.3 /100 | #192 | Good 9.3% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 83.3 /100 | #232 | Excellent 8.2% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 84.4 /100 | #186 | Excellent 9.0% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 80.0 /100 | #249 | Excellent 6.1% |
Guamanian/Chamorro Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Guamanians/Chamorros residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (78.7%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (76.3%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (81.3%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (37.4%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (83.5%), and labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (65.5%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 69.3 /100 | #153 | Good 65.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 77.4 /100 | #247 | Good 78.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 60.0 /100 | #116 | Good 37.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 77.2 /100 | #81 | Good 76.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 68.9 /100 | #259 | Good 83.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 76.0 /100 | #282 | Good 83.2% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 75.6 /100 | #278 | Good 83.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 76.1 /100 | #256 | Good 81.3% |
Guamanian/Chamorro Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Guamanians/Chamorros residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (2.5%), percentage of married-couple family households (48.2%), and percentage of population currently married (47.1%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.33), percentage of family households with children (30.0%), and percentage of population currently divorced or separated (12.4%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 57.8 /100 | #44 | Average 66.8% |
| Family Households with Children | 42.3 /100 | #29 | Average 30.0% |
| Married-couple Households | 72.6 /100 | #97 | Good 48.2% |
| Average Family Size | 24.1 /100 | #105 | Fair 3.33 |
| Single Father Households | 78.3 /100 | #256 | Good 2.5% |
| Single Mother Households | 62.8 /100 | #199 | Good 6.8% |
| Currently Married | 69.9 /100 | #153 | Good 47.1% |
| Divorced or Separated | 54.9 /100 | #208 | Average 12.4% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 69.1 /100 | #185 | Good 32.0% |
Guamanian/Chamorro Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Guamanians/Chamorros residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (8.3%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (91.8%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (60.2%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (7.9%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (23.0%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (60.2%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 92.7 /100 | #60 | Exceptional 8.3% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 91.9 /100 | #60 | Exceptional 91.8% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 88.6 /100 | #38 | Excellent 60.2% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 65.3 /100 | #35 | Good 23.0% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 54.5 /100 | #34 | Average 7.9% |
Guamanian/Chamorro Education Level
In terms of education level, Guamanians/Chamorros residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (90.8%), percentage of population with at least 10th grade education (93.5%), and percentage of population with at least 11th grade education (92.3%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (1.6%), percentage of population with at least professional degree education (3.7%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (12.8%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 73.3 /100 | #186 | Good 2.0% |
| Nursery School | 58.7 /100 | #190 | Average 98.0% |
| Kindergarten | 58.4 /100 | #190 | Average 98.0% |
| 1st Grade | 64.0 /100 | #190 | Good 98.0% |
| 2nd Grade | 64.5 /100 | #190 | Good 97.9% |
| 3rd Grade | 57.0 /100 | #189 | Average 97.8% |
| 4th Grade | 67.0 /100 | #193 | Good 97.5% |
| 5th Grade | 69.4 /100 | #192 | Good 97.3% |
| 6th Grade | 59.4 /100 | #186 | Average 97.0% |
| 7th Grade | 63.1 /100 | #194 | Good 95.9% |
| 8th Grade | 62.9 /100 | #185 | Good 95.6% |
| 9th Grade | 71.9 /100 | #178 | Good 94.7% |
| 10th Grade | 74.7 /100 | #179 | Good 93.5% |
| 11th Grade | 74.6 /100 | #178 | Good 92.3% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 74.7 /100 | #182 | Good 90.8% |
| High School Diploma | 72.4 /100 | #190 | Good 88.7% |
| GED/Equivalency | 71.3 /100 | #189 | Good 85.1% |
| College, Under 1 year | 65.6 /100 | #178 | Good 64.9% |
| College, 1 year or more | 60.7 /100 | #197 | Good 58.2% |
| Associate's Degree | 53.7 /100 | #225 | Average 43.1% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 45.2 /100 | #238 | Average 33.9% |
| Master's Degree | 32.4 /100 | #244 | Fair 12.8% |
| Professional Degree | 27.9 /100 | #248 | Fair 3.7% |
| Doctorate Degree | 23.6 /100 | #233 | Fair 1.6% |
Guamanian/Chamorro Disability
In terms of disability, Guamanians/Chamorros residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.2%), percentage of population with vision disability (2.2%), and percentage of population with hearing disability (3.2%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with cognitive disability (18.0%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (12.1%), and percentage of males with a disability (11.8%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 63.1 /100 | #236 | Good 11.9% |
| Males | 62.3 /100 | #248 | Good 11.8% |
| Females | 65.7 /100 | #214 | Good 12.0% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 86.5 /100 | #193 | Excellent 1.2% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 69.0 /100 | #213 | Good 5.6% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 65.2 /100 | #241 | Good 6.7% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 56.6 /100 | #250 | Average 12.1% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 69.8 /100 | #257 | Good 25.2% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 71.7 /100 | #277 | Good 49.6% |
| Vision | 72.2 /100 | #223 | Good 2.2% |
| Hearing | 72.1 /100 | #235 | Good 3.2% |
| Cognitive | 47.8 /100 | #278 | Average 18.0% |
| Ambulatory | 71.1 /100 | #212 | Good 6.2% |
| Self-Care | 69.3 /100 | #212 | Good 2.5% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Guamanians/Chamorros in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Guamanians/Chamorros in the United States are:
#1
Unemployment Rate Among Males
5.5%
(92.8/100)
#2
Percentage of Households with No Vehicle Available
8.3%
(92.7/100)
#3
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 55 and 59
5.0%
(92.0/100)
#4
Percentage of Households with 1 or More Vehicles Available
91.8%
(91.9/100)
#5
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34
5.9%
(91.0/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Guamanians/Chamorros in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Guamanians/Chamorros in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education
1.6%
(23.6/100)
#2
Average Family Size
3.33
(24.1/100)
#3
Percentage of Population with at least Professional Degree Education
3.7%
(27.9/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with at least Master's Degree Education
12.8%
(32.4/100)
#5
Median Female Earnings
$35,042
(38.9/100)
What is Guamanian/Chamorro per capita income in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro per capita income in the United States is $37,759, which is average, ranking it 227th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro median family income in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro median family income in the United States is $91,903, which is average, ranking it 196th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro median household income in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro median household income in the United States is $78,574, which is average, ranking it 176th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro median earnings in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro median earnings in the United States is $41,664, which is average, ranking it 212th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro median male earnings in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro median male earnings in the United States is $48,855, which is average, ranking it 197th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro median female earnings in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro median female earnings in the United States is $35,042, which is fair, ranking it 231st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 26.6%, which is average, ranking it 198th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro poverty level in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro poverty level in the United States is 12.4%, which is good, ranking it 173rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro poverty level among families in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro poverty level among families in the United States is 9.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 174th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro poverty level among males in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro poverty level among males in the United States is 11.2%, which is good, ranking it 169th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro poverty level among females in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro poverty level among females in the United States is 13.5%, which is good, ranking it 177th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 16.5%, which is good, ranking it 175th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro poverty level among single males in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro poverty level among single males in the United States is 12.5%, which is excellent, ranking it 148th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro poverty level among single females in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro poverty level among single females in the United States is 22.3%, which is good, ranking it 228th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 15.1%, which is good, ranking it 59th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 30.2%, which is good, ranking it 215th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 11.4%, which is excellent, ranking it 172nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro unemployment in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro unemployment in the United States is 5.6%, which is excellent, ranking it 224th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 204th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 248th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of family households in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of family households in the United States is 66.8%, which is average, ranking it 44th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of family households with children in the United States is 30.0%, which is average, ranking it 29th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 48.2%, which is good, ranking it 97th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro average family size in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro average family size in the United States is 3.33, which is fair, ranking it 105th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of single father households in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.5%, which is good, ranking it 256th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of single mother households in the United States is 6.8%, which is good, ranking it 199th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of population currently married in the United States is 47.1%, which is good, ranking it 153rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.4%, which is average, ranking it 208th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 32.0%, which is good, ranking it 185th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 11.9%, which is good, ranking it 236th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 11.8%, which is good, ranking it 248th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Guamanian/Chamorro percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 12.0%, which is good, ranking it 214th 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.