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SOCIAL INDEX
7.5/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
328th/ 347
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Hispanic or Latino Geographic Distribution
Hispanic or Latino Income
In terms of income, Hispanics or Latinos residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (24.9%), household income with householder under the age of 25 ($50,279), and household income with householder between the ages 45 and 64 ($86,006), but there is room for improvement in median female earnings ($34,421), per capita income ($35,688), and median family income ($85,647).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 0.0 /100 | #320 | Tragic $35,688 |
| Median Family Income | 0.0 /100 | #303 | Tragic $85,647 |
| Median Household Income | 0.1 /100 | #291 | Tragic $73,823 |
| Median Earnings | 0.0 /100 | #311 | Tragic $40,288 |
| Median Male Earnings | 0.0 /100 | #312 | Tragic $46,419 |
| Median Female Earnings | 0.0 /100 | #321 | Tragic $34,421 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 0.9 /100 | #260 | Tragic $50,279 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 0.0 /100 | #302 | Tragic $80,515 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 0.1 /100 | #291 | Tragic $86,006 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 0.0 /100 | #307 | Tragic $52,832 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 89.5 /100 | #139 | Excellent 24.9% |
Hispanic or Latino Poverty
In terms of poverty, Hispanics or Latinos residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (20.5%), poverty level among single fathers (16.8%), and poverty level among single males (14.2%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among married-couple families (7.5%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (15.8%), and poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (14.3%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 0.0 /100 | #296 | Tragic 15.3% |
| Families | 0.0 /100 | #309 | Tragic 12.0% |
| Males | 0.0 /100 | #294 | Tragic 13.9% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #299 | Tragic 16.6% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 16.6 /100 | #206 | Poor 20.5% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #296 | Tragic 16.6% |
| Children Under 5 years | 0.0 /100 | #297 | Tragic 21.7% |
| Children Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #297 | Tragic 20.8% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #297 | Tragic 20.9% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #299 | Tragic 21.0% |
| Single Males | 0.0 /100 | #281 | Tragic 14.2% |
| Single Females | 0.0 /100 | #295 | Tragic 24.6% |
| Single Fathers | 6.1 /100 | #226 | Tragic 16.8% |
| Single Mothers | 0.0 /100 | #300 | Tragic 33.3% |
| Married Couples | 0.0 /100 | #327 | Tragic 7.5% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 0.0 /100 | #312 | Tragic 14.3% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 0.0 /100 | #306 | Tragic 15.8% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 0.0 /100 | #299 | Tragic 15.8% |
Hispanic or Latino Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Hispanics or Latinos residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (9.1%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (10.7%), and unemployment rate among youth under the age of 25 (12.4%), but there is room for improvement in unemploymnet rate among females (6.2%), unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 18 (6.6%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (5.4%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 0.0 /100 | #272 | Tragic 5.9% |
| Males | 0.1 /100 | #257 | Tragic 5.8% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #308 | Tragic 6.2% |
| Youth < 25 | 0.2 /100 | #255 | Tragic 12.4% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 0.0 /100 | #272 | Tragic 19.2% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 1.0 /100 | #245 | Tragic 10.7% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 0.0 /100 | #291 | Tragic 7.7% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #283 | Tragic 6.4% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 0.0 /100 | #285 | Tragic 5.5% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 0.0 /100 | #283 | Tragic 5.1% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 0.0 /100 | #298 | Tragic 5.4% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 0.0 /100 | #291 | Tragic 5.3% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 0.0 /100 | #312 | Tragic 5.9% |
| Seniors > 65 | 0.0 /100 | #301 | Tragic 5.6% |
| Seniors > 75 | 5.0 /100 | #229 | Tragic 9.1% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 0.0 /100 | #302 | Tragic 9.0% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 0.0 /100 | #285 | Tragic 9.9% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 0.0 /100 | #313 | Tragic 6.6% |
Hispanic or Latino Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Hispanics or Latinos residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (74.4%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (34.5%), and labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (64.3%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (82.1%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (82.2%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (82.4%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 1.1 /100 | #255 | Tragic 64.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 0.0 /100 | #299 | Tragic 77.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 1.1 /100 | #262 | Tragic 34.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 7.9 /100 | #223 | Tragic 74.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 0.0 /100 | #312 | Tragic 82.2% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 0.0 /100 | #301 | Tragic 82.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 0.0 /100 | #307 | Tragic 82.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 0.0 /100 | #304 | Tragic 80.1% |
Hispanic or Latino Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Hispanics or Latinos residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of family households with children (29.9%), percentage of family households (67.4%), and average family size (3.41), but there is room for improvement in percentage of single father households (2.8%), percentage of single mother households (7.9%), and percentage of births to unmarried women (37.8%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 100.0 /100 | #27 | Exceptional 67.4% |
| Family Households with Children | 100.0 /100 | #17 | Exceptional 29.9% |
| Married-couple Households | 8.7 /100 | #208 | Tragic 45.4% |
| Average Family Size | 100.0 /100 | #34 | Exceptional 3.41 |
| Single Father Households | 0.0 /100 | #305 | Tragic 2.8% |
| Single Mother Households | 0.0 /100 | #297 | Tragic 7.9% |
| Currently Married | 0.3 /100 | #252 | Tragic 44.1% |
| Divorced or Separated | 2.0 /100 | #245 | Tragic 12.5% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 0.0 /100 | #290 | Tragic 37.8% |
Hispanic or Latino Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Hispanics or Latinos residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (7.6%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (22.4%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (57.9%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (91.0%), percentage of households with no vehicle available (9.1%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (57.9%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 97.7 /100 | #107 | Exceptional 9.1% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 97.6 /100 | #108 | Exceptional 91.0% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 99.0 /100 | #90 | Exceptional 57.9% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #56 | Exceptional 22.4% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #59 | Exceptional 7.6% |
Hispanic or Latino Education Level
In terms of education level, Hispanics or Latinos residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least professional degree education (3.2%), percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (1.3%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (10.9%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least 10th grade education (88.9%), percentage of population with at least 7th grade education (92.7%), and percentage of population with at least 8th grade education (92.2%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 0.0 /100 | #309 | Tragic 3.0% |
| Nursery School | 0.0 /100 | #307 | Tragic 97.0% |
| Kindergarten | 0.0 /100 | #307 | Tragic 97.0% |
| 1st Grade | 0.0 /100 | #308 | Tragic 96.9% |
| 2nd Grade | 0.0 /100 | #313 | Tragic 96.8% |
| 3rd Grade | 0.0 /100 | #318 | Tragic 96.5% |
| 4th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #326 | Tragic 96.0% |
| 5th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #325 | Tragic 95.6% |
| 6th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #326 | Tragic 95.0% |
| 7th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #332 | Tragic 92.7% |
| 8th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #333 | Tragic 92.2% |
| 9th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #332 | Tragic 90.9% |
| 10th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #334 | Tragic 88.9% |
| 11th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #331 | Tragic 87.3% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 0.0 /100 | #329 | Tragic 85.4% |
| High School Diploma | 0.0 /100 | #329 | Tragic 82.9% |
| GED/Equivalency | 0.0 /100 | #328 | Tragic 79.1% |
| College, Under 1 year | 0.0 /100 | #317 | Tragic 57.0% |
| College, 1 year or more | 0.0 /100 | #317 | Tragic 51.1% |
| Associate's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #313 | Tragic 37.7% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #309 | Tragic 29.6% |
| Master's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #316 | Tragic 10.9% |
| Professional Degree | 0.0 /100 | #322 | Tragic 3.2% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0 /100 | #327 | Tragic 1.3% |
Hispanic or Latino Disability
In terms of disability, Hispanics or Latinos residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with hearing disability (3.1%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (6.8%), and percentage of females with a disability (12.5%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with vision disability (2.6%), percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (50.6%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 65 and 75 (26.7%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 3.9 /100 | #223 | Tragic 12.1% |
| Males | 2.3 /100 | #228 | Tragic 11.8% |
| Females | 8.0 /100 | #226 | Tragic 12.5% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 7.7 /100 | #223 | Tragic 1.3% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 1.0 /100 | #257 | Tragic 5.9% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 13.8 /100 | #203 | Poor 6.8% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 1.3 /100 | #249 | Tragic 12.3% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 0.0 /100 | #295 | Tragic 26.7% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 0.0 /100 | #308 | Tragic 50.6% |
| Vision | 0.0 /100 | #305 | Tragic 2.6% |
| Hearing | 15.1 /100 | #207 | Poor 3.1% |
| Cognitive | 0.6 /100 | #254 | Tragic 17.9% |
| Ambulatory | 2.2 /100 | #235 | Tragic 6.4% |
| Self-Care | 0.1 /100 | #280 | Tragic 2.7% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Hispanics or Latinos in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Hispanics or Latinos in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Family Households with Children
29.9%
(100.0/100)
#2
Percentage of Family Households
67.4%
(100.0/100)
#3
Average Family Size
3.41
(100.0/100)
#4
Percentage of Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available
7.6%
(100.0/100)
#5
Percentage of Households with 3 or More Vehicles Available
22.4%
(100.0/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Hispanics or Latinos in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Hispanics or Latinos in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with at least 10th Grade Education
88.9%
(0.0/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with at least 9th Grade Education
90.9%
(0.0/100)
#3
Percentage of Population with at least 8th Grade Education
92.2%
(0.0/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with at least 11th Grade Education
87.3%
(0.0/100)
#5
Percentage of Population with at least 7th Grade Education
92.7%
(0.0/100)
What is Hispanic or Latino per capita income in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino per capita income in the United States is $35,688, which is tragic, ranking it 320th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino median family income in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino median family income in the United States is $85,647, which is tragic, ranking it 303rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino median household income in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino median household income in the United States is $73,823, which is tragic, ranking it 291st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino median earnings in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino median earnings in the United States is $40,288, which is tragic, ranking it 311th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino median male earnings in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino median male earnings in the United States is $46,419, which is tragic, ranking it 312th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino median female earnings in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino median female earnings in the United States is $34,421, which is tragic, ranking it 321st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 24.9%, which is excellent, ranking it 139th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino poverty level in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino poverty level in the United States is 15.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 296th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino poverty level among families in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino poverty level among families in the United States is 12.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 309th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino poverty level among males in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino poverty level among males in the United States is 13.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 294th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino poverty level among females in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino poverty level among females in the United States is 16.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 299th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 20.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 297th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino poverty level among single males in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino poverty level among single males in the United States is 14.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 281st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino poverty level among single females in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino poverty level among single females in the United States is 24.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 295th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 16.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 226th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 33.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 300th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 15.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 299th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino unemployment in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino unemployment in the United States is 5.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 272nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 257th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 6.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 308th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino percentage of family households in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino percentage of family households in the United States is 67.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 27th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino percentage of family households with children in the United States is 29.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 17th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 45.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 208th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino average family size in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino average family size in the United States is 3.41, which is exceptional, ranking it 34th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino percentage of single father households in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 305th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino percentage of single mother households in the United States is 7.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 297th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino percentage of population currently married in the United States is 44.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 252nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 245th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 37.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 290th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 12.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 223rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 11.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 228th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hispanic or Latino percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Hispanic or Latino percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 12.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 226th 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.