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SOCIAL INDEX
44.9/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
287th/ 347
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Hmong Geographic Distribution
Hmong Income
In terms of income, Hmong residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (22.2%), household income with householder over the age of 65 ($50,228), and household income with householder under the age of 25 ($41,540), but there is room for improvement in median male earnings ($42,320), per capita income ($32,442), and median female earnings ($32,493).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 23.2 /100 | #321 | Fair $32,442 |
| Median Family Income | 27.0 /100 | #293 | Fair $79,721 |
| Median Household Income | 29.4 /100 | #293 | Fair $67,075 |
| Median Earnings | 23.9 /100 | #300 | Fair $37,346 |
| Median Male Earnings | 22.9 /100 | #313 | Fair $42,320 |
| Median Female Earnings | 23.4 /100 | #294 | Fair $32,493 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 35.6 /100 | #328 | Fair $41,540 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 28.4 /100 | #304 | Fair $72,717 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 27.9 /100 | #294 | Fair $78,019 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 37.3 /100 | #269 | Fair $50,228 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 72.8 /100 | #52 | Good 22.2% |
Hmong Poverty
In terms of poverty, Hmong residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (11.4%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (10.7%), and poverty level among single males (14.1%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (23.4%), poverty level among girls under the age of 16 (21.0%), and poverty level among children under the age of 16 (20.8%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 58.5 /100 | #289 | Average 15.3% |
| Families | 64.1 /100 | #281 | Good 11.5% |
| Males | 60.2 /100 | #296 | Good 14.1% |
| Females | 59.3 /100 | #288 | Average 16.5% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 54.9 /100 | #298 | Average 23.4% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 65.0 /100 | #285 | Good 16.6% |
| Children Under 5 years | 56.6 /100 | #286 | Average 21.7% |
| Children Under 16 years | 55.6 /100 | #287 | Average 20.8% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 56.3 /100 | #283 | Average 20.8% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 55.3 /100 | #289 | Average 21.0% |
| Single Males | 78.4 /100 | #278 | Good 14.1% |
| Single Females | 57.4 /100 | #293 | Average 25.0% |
| Single Fathers | 74.3 /100 | #165 | Good 16.2% |
| Single Mothers | 64.6 /100 | #280 | Good 32.4% |
| Married Couples | 77.2 /100 | #277 | Good 6.4% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 80.6 /100 | #188 | Excellent 10.7% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 83.3 /100 | #116 | Excellent 11.4% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 68.9 /100 | #288 | Good 15.1% |
Hmong Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Hmong residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (9.8%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (4.7%), and unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (7.6%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (10.3%), unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 18 (5.7%), and unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 6 (7.9%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 88.4 /100 | #232 | Excellent 5.7% |
| Males | 90.7 /100 | #245 | Exceptional 5.8% |
| Females | 86.2 /100 | #195 | Excellent 5.4% |
| Youth < 25 | 89.0 /100 | #181 | Excellent 12.1% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 84.8 /100 | #227 | Excellent 19.1% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 95.1 /100 | #40 | Exceptional 9.8% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 90.3 /100 | #211 | Exceptional 6.9% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 93.1 /100 | #175 | Exceptional 5.6% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 91.1 /100 | #215 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 89.3 /100 | #234 | Excellent 4.8% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 93.9 /100 | #104 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 91.9 /100 | #65 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 86.7 /100 | #126 | Excellent 5.4% |
| Seniors > 65 | 87.1 /100 | #167 | Excellent 5.3% |
| Seniors > 75 | 69.5 /100 | #306 | Good 10.3% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 84.8 /100 | #202 | Excellent 7.9% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 93.9 /100 | #13 | Exceptional 7.6% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 84.6 /100 | #187 | Excellent 5.7% |
Hmong Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Hmong residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (77.8%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (83.9%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (83.8%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (80.5%), labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (65.9%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (84.3%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 71.8 /100 | #120 | Good 65.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 78.3 /100 | #239 | Good 78.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 79.7 /100 | #25 | Good 41.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 86.5 /100 | #24 | Excellent 77.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 74.0 /100 | #194 | Good 84.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 80.5 /100 | #244 | Excellent 83.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 82.3 /100 | #216 | Excellent 83.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 71.0 /100 | #288 | Good 80.5% |
Hmong Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Hmong residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (3.1%), percentage of births to unmarried women (34.6%), and percentage of population currently divorced or separated (12.6%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.40), percentage of single mother households (8.4%), and percentage of family households (64.5%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 43.9 /100 | #178 | Average 64.5% |
| Family Households with Children | 45.9 /100 | #17 | Average 30.5% |
| Married-couple Households | 44.2 /100 | #267 | Average 43.4% |
| Average Family Size | 30.8 /100 | #55 | Fair 3.40 |
| Single Father Households | 62.9 /100 | #328 | Good 3.1% |
| Single Mother Households | 31.7 /100 | #321 | Fair 8.4% |
| Currently Married | 48.1 /100 | #268 | Average 43.6% |
| Divorced or Separated | 52.0 /100 | #233 | Average 12.6% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 61.3 /100 | #237 | Good 34.6% |
Hmong Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Hmong residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (8.8%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (91.3%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (57.9%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (7.3%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (21.4%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (57.9%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 91.5 /100 | #90 | Exceptional 8.8% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 90.4 /100 | #90 | Exceptional 91.3% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 82.1 /100 | #95 | Excellent 57.9% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 57.7 /100 | #89 | Average 21.4% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 47.7 /100 | #79 | Average 7.3% |
Hmong Education Level
In terms of education level, Hmong residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 10th grade education (91.9%), percentage of population with at least 11th grade education (90.5%), and percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (88.7%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (1.2%), percentage of population with at least master's degree education (10.2%), and percentage of population with at least professional degree education (3.0%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 22.4 /100 | #342 | Fair 3.5% |
| Nursery School | 20.6 /100 | #341 | Fair 96.6% |
| Kindergarten | 20.6 /100 | #340 | Fair 96.6% |
| 1st Grade | 22.7 /100 | #340 | Fair 96.5% |
| 2nd Grade | 22.6 /100 | #338 | Fair 96.5% |
| 3rd Grade | 21.1 /100 | #336 | Fair 96.3% |
| 4th Grade | 27.4 /100 | #327 | Fair 96.1% |
| 5th Grade | 34.2 /100 | #319 | Fair 95.8% |
| 6th Grade | 32.9 /100 | #310 | Fair 95.6% |
| 7th Grade | 43.5 /100 | #306 | Average 94.3% |
| 8th Grade | 44.4 /100 | #301 | Average 94.0% |
| 9th Grade | 52.5 /100 | #296 | Average 93.1% |
| 10th Grade | 58.4 /100 | #284 | Average 91.9% |
| 11th Grade | 57.9 /100 | #282 | Average 90.5% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 57.8 /100 | #275 | Average 88.7% |
| High School Diploma | 54.7 /100 | #281 | Average 86.3% |
| GED/Equivalency | 54.9 /100 | #276 | Average 82.6% |
| College, Under 1 year | 52.7 /100 | #254 | Average 61.0% |
| College, 1 year or more | 48.3 /100 | #274 | Average 54.2% |
| Associate's Degree | 42.8 /100 | #280 | Average 39.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 31.8 /100 | #305 | Fair 29.5% |
| Master's Degree | 15.5 /100 | #326 | Poor 10.2% |
| Professional Degree | 15.9 /100 | #329 | Poor 3.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 6.9 /100 | #336 | Tragic 1.2% |
Hmong Disability
In terms of disability, Hmong residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.2%), percentage of population with hearing disability (3.2%), and percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (50.1%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with cognitive disability (18.7%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (13.9%), and percentage of females with a disability (12.9%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 54.9 /100 | #278 | Average 12.5% |
| Males | 58.9 /100 | #270 | Average 12.1% |
| Females | 52.5 /100 | #295 | Average 12.9% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 87.9 /100 | #155 | Excellent 1.2% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 64.9 /100 | #260 | Good 5.8% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 57.2 /100 | #286 | Average 7.2% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 38.5 /100 | #306 | Fair 13.9% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 59.8 /100 | #306 | Average 27.4% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 68.9 /100 | #289 | Good 50.1% |
| Vision | 65.5 /100 | #272 | Good 2.4% |
| Hearing | 72.8 /100 | #232 | Good 3.2% |
| Cognitive | 31.3 /100 | #333 | Fair 18.7% |
| Ambulatory | 68.8 /100 | #236 | Good 6.3% |
| Self-Care | 54.6 /100 | #324 | Average 2.9% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Hmong in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Hmong in the United States are:
#1
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 24
9.8%
(95.1/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 55 and 59
4.7%
(93.9/100)
#3
Unemployment Rate Among Women with Children Between the Ages 6 and 17
7.6%
(93.9/100)
#4
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34
5.6%
(93.1/100)
#5
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 60 and 64
4.7%
(91.9/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Hmong in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Hmong in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education
1.2%
(6.9/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with at least Master's Degree Education
10.2%
(15.5/100)
#3
Percentage of Population with at least Professional Degree Education
3.0%
(15.9/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with at least Kindergarten Education
96.6%
(20.6/100)
#5
Percentage of Population with at least Nursery School Education
96.6%
(20.6/100)
What is Hmong per capita income in the United States?
Hmong per capita income in the United States is $32,442, which is fair, ranking it 321st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong median family income in the United States?
Hmong median family income in the United States is $79,721, which is fair, ranking it 293rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong median household income in the United States?
Hmong median household income in the United States is $67,075, which is fair, ranking it 293rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong median earnings in the United States?
Hmong median earnings in the United States is $37,346, which is fair, ranking it 300th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong median male earnings in the United States?
Hmong median male earnings in the United States is $42,320, which is fair, ranking it 313th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong median female earnings in the United States?
Hmong median female earnings in the United States is $32,493, which is fair, ranking it 294th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Hmong wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 22.2%, which is good, ranking it 52nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong poverty level in the United States?
Hmong poverty level in the United States is 15.3%, which is average, ranking it 289th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong poverty level among families in the United States?
Hmong poverty level among families in the United States is 11.5%, which is good, ranking it 281st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong poverty level among males in the United States?
Hmong poverty level among males in the United States is 14.1%, which is good, ranking it 296th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong poverty level among females in the United States?
Hmong poverty level among females in the United States is 16.5%, which is average, ranking it 288th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Hmong poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 20.8%, which is average, ranking it 287th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong poverty level among single males in the United States?
Hmong poverty level among single males in the United States is 14.1%, which is good, ranking it 278th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong poverty level among single females in the United States?
Hmong poverty level among single females in the United States is 25.0%, which is average, ranking it 293rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Hmong poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 16.2%, which is good, ranking it 165th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Hmong poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 32.4%, which is good, ranking it 280th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Hmong percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 15.1%, which is good, ranking it 288th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong unemployment in the United States?
Hmong unemployment in the United States is 5.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 232nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Hmong unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.8%, which is exceptional, ranking it 245th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Hmong unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.4%, which is excellent, ranking it 195th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of family households in the United States?
Hmong percentage of family households in the United States is 64.5%, which is average, ranking it 178th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Hmong percentage of family households with children in the United States is 30.5%, which is average, ranking it 17th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Hmong percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 43.4%, which is average, ranking it 267th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong average family size in the United States?
Hmong average family size in the United States is 3.40, which is fair, ranking it 55th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of single father households in the United States?
Hmong percentage of single father households in the United States is 3.1%, which is good, ranking it 328th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Hmong percentage of single mother households in the United States is 8.4%, which is fair, ranking it 321st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Hmong percentage of population currently married in the United States is 43.6%, which is average, ranking it 268th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Hmong percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.6%, which is average, ranking it 233rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Hmong percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 34.6%, which is good, ranking it 237th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Hmong percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 12.5%, which is average, ranking it 278th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Hmong percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 12.1%, which is average, ranking it 270th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Hmong percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 12.9%, which is average, ranking it 295th 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.