In terms of income, Immigrants from Colombia residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (24.5%), household income with householder under the age of 25 ($47,634), and per capita income ($38,974), but there is room for improvement in median male earnings ($48,180), median female earnings ($35,360), and median earnings ($41,469).

Income Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Per Capita Income	46.8 /100 \| #195	Average $38,974
Median Family Income	42.3 /100 \| #213	Average $89,648
Median Household Income	46.3 /100 \| #195	Average $76,703
Median Earnings	41.1 /100 \| #217	Average $41,469
Median Male Earnings	40.5 /100 \| #209	Average $48,180
Median Female Earnings	40.8 /100 \| #213	Average $35,360
Householder Age \| Under 25 years	58.9 /100 \| #163	Average $47,634
Householder Age \| 25 - 44 years	45.6 /100 \| #203	Average $83,823
Householder Age \| 45 - 64 years	44.7 /100 \| #207	Average $88,909
Householder Age \| Over 65 years	46.2 /100 \| #228	Average $53,216
Wage/Income Gap	62.4 /100 \| #110	Good 24.5%

Immigrants from Colombia Poverty

In terms of poverty, Immigrants from Colombia residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single males (12.0%), poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (17.7%), and poverty level among married-couple families (5.8%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (14.0%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (12.5%), and poverty level among boys under the age of 16 (16.8%).

Poverty Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Poverty	77.4 /100 \| #181	Good 12.5%
Families	77.9 /100 \| #199	Good 9.5%
Males	79.2 /100 \| #177	Good 11.3%
Females	77.2 /100 \| #185	Good 13.6%
Females 18 to 24 years	83.9 /100 \| #20	Excellent 17.7%
Females 25 to 34 years	81.6 /100 \| #154	Excellent 13.4%
Children Under 5 years	76.0 /100 \| #162	Good 17.2%
Children Under 16 years	75.1 /100 \| #177	Good 16.5%
Boys Under 16 years	74.1 /100 \| #177	Good 16.8%
Girls Under 16 years	76.1 /100 \| #171	Good 16.5%
Single Males	88.2 /100 \| #86	Excellent 12.0%
Single Females	81.0 /100 \| #122	Excellent 20.4%
Single Fathers	75.1 /100 \| #133	Good 16.0%
Single Mothers	80.5 /100 \| #126	Excellent 28.6%
Married Couples	81.8 /100 \| #238	Excellent 5.8%
Seniors Over 65 years	66.8 /100 \| #275	Good 12.5%
Seniors Over 75 years	65.0 /100 \| #275	Good 14.0%
Receiving Food Stamps	77.4 /100 \| #227	Good 12.9%

Immigrants from Colombia Unemployment

In terms of unemployment, Immigrants from Colombia residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among males (5.3%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (4.7%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (4.8%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (9.8%), unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (9.2%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (5.8%).

Unemployment Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Unemployment	91.0 /100 \| #171	Exceptional 5.3%
Males	94.6 /100 \| #131	Exceptional 5.3%
Females	85.9 /100 \| #200	Excellent 5.5%
Youth < 25	89.7 /100 \| #163	Excellent 12.0%
Age \| 16 to 19 years	85.4 /100 \| #216	Excellent 18.9%
Age \| 20 to 24 years	92.4 /100 \| #102	Exceptional 10.2%
Age \| 25 to 29 years	92.2 /100 \| #153	Exceptional 6.7%
Age \| 30 to 34 years	93.4 /100 \| #168	Exceptional 5.6%
Age \| 35 to 44 years	93.6 /100 \| #144	Exceptional 4.7%
Age \| 45 to 54 years	91.4 /100 \| #172	Exceptional 4.6%
Age \| 55 to 59 years	93.4 /100 \| #143	Exceptional 4.8%
Age \| 60 to 64 years	89.0 /100 \| #194	Excellent 5.0%
Age \| 65 to 74 years	83.1 /100 \| #278	Excellent 5.8%
Seniors > 65	84.5 /100 \| #263	Excellent 5.6%
Seniors > 75	74.0 /100 \| #250	Good 9.8%
Women w/ Children < 6	87.8 /100 \| #121	Excellent 7.4%
Women w/ Children 6 to 17	82.9 /100 \| #219	Excellent 9.2%
Women w/ Children < 18	84.2 /100 \| #193	Excellent 5.7%

Immigrants from Colombia Labor Participation

In terms of labor participation, Immigrants from Colombia residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (84.7%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (83.1%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (79.9%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (32.9%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (73.4%), and labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (65.9%).

Labor Participation Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
In Labor Force \| Age > 16	72.2 /100 \| #114	Good 65.9%
In Labor Force \| Age 20-64	86.2 /100 \| #88	Excellent 79.9%
In Labor Force \| Age 16-19	38.4 /100 \| #282	Fair 32.9%
In Labor Force \| Age 20-24	58.9 /100 \| #261	Average 73.4%
In Labor Force \| Age 25-29	75.7 /100 \| #149	Good 84.5%
In Labor Force \| Age 30-34	85.9 /100 \| #167	Excellent 84.5%
In Labor Force \| Age 35-44	88.3 /100 \| #85	Excellent 84.7%
In Labor Force \| Age 45-54	87.3 /100 \| #94	Excellent 83.1%

Immigrants from Colombia Family Structure

In terms of family structure, Immigrants from Colombia residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (2.4%), percentage of births to unmarried women (32.5%), and percentage of population currently married (46.2%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.31), percentage of family households with children (28.5%), and percentage of population currently divorced or separated (12.8%).

Family Structure Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Family Households	56.4 /100 \| #50	Average 66.6%
Family Households with Children	32.2 /100 \| #98	Fair 28.5%
Married-couple Households	63.5 /100 \| #174	Good 46.7%
Average Family Size	22.4 /100 \| #123	Fair 3.31
Single Father Households	83.3 /100 \| #198	Excellent 2.4%
Single Mother Households	61.1 /100 \| #207	Good 6.8%
Currently Married	64.2 /100 \| #196	Good 46.2%
Divorced or Separated	47.1 /100 \| #262	Average 12.8%
Births to Unmarried Women	67.6 /100 \| #196	Good 32.5%

Immigrants from Colombia Vehicle Availability

In terms of vehicle availability, Immigrants from Colombia residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (12.3%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (87.7%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (52.3%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (5.3%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (17.3%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (52.3%).

Vehicle Availability Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
No Vehicles Available	83.4 /100 \| #259	Excellent 12.3%
1+ Vehicles Available	81.4 /100 \| #260	Excellent 87.7%
2+ Vehicles Available	65.8 /100 \| #262	Good 52.3%
3+ Vehicles Available	38.4 /100 \| #281	Fair 17.3%
4+ Vehicles Available	26.7 /100 \| #287	Fair 5.3%

Immigrants from Colombia Education Level

In terms of education level, Immigrants from Colombia residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (89.9%), percentage of population with at least ged/equivalency education (84.3%), and percentage of population with no schooling (2.3%), 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 (4.4%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (14.5%).

Education Level Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
No Schooling Completed	65.6 /100 \| #236	Good 2.3%
Nursery School	52.1 /100 \| #241	Average 97.8%
Kindergarten	51.5 /100 \| #243	Average 97.7%
1st Grade	56.4 /100 \| #243	Average 97.7%
2nd Grade	56.5 /100 \| #243	Average 97.6%
3rd Grade	49.8 /100 \| #246	Average 97.5%
4th Grade	57.9 /100 \| #253	Average 97.2%
5th Grade	59.6 /100 \| #253	Average 96.9%
6th Grade	49.3 /100 \| #259	Average 96.5%
7th Grade	54.2 /100 \| #274	Average 95.2%
8th Grade	53.2 /100 \| #274	Average 94.7%
9th Grade	60.5 /100 \| #266	Good 93.7%
10th Grade	64.4 /100 \| #259	Good 92.5%
11th Grade	65.1 /100 \| #247	Good 91.3%
12th Grade, No Diploma	67.3 /100 \| #231	Good 89.9%
High School Diploma	63.3 /100 \| #246	Good 87.5%
GED/Equivalency	65.9 /100 \| #227	Good 84.3%
College, Under 1 year	58.3 /100 \| #227	Average 62.7%
College, 1 year or more	58.4 /100 \| #214	Average 57.4%
Associate's Degree	59.8 /100 \| #189	Average 45.2%
Bachelor's Degree	53.7 /100 \| #189	Average 36.8%
Master's Degree	43.6 /100 \| #182	Average 14.5%
Professional Degree	40.7 /100 \| #169	Average 4.4%
Doctorate Degree	24.9 /100 \| #223	Fair 1.6%

Immigrants from Colombia Disability

In terms of disability, Immigrants from Colombia 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 (2.7%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (5.4%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with self-care disability (2.4%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 5 and 17 (5.3%), and percentage of females with a disability (11.1%).

Disability Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Disability	79.9 /100 \| #67	Good 10.7%
Males	81.9 /100 \| #71	Excellent 10.2%
Females	78.6 /100 \| #71	Good 11.1%
Age \| Under 5 years	87.6 /100 \| #161	Excellent 1.2%
Age \| 5 to 17 years	75.4 /100 \| #137	Good 5.3%
Age \| 18 to 34 years	86.4 /100 \| #35	Excellent 5.4%
Age \| 35 to 64 years	79.8 /100 \| #57	Good 9.7%
Age \| 65 to 74 years	84.3 /100 \| #91	Excellent 22.0%
Age \| Over 75 years	85.2 /100 \| #110	Excellent 46.9%
Vision	79.3 /100 \| #146	Good 2.1%
Hearing	86.6 /100 \| #67	Excellent 2.7%
Cognitive	81.6 /100 \| #59	Excellent 16.4%
Ambulatory	79.3 /100 \| #109	Good 5.8%
Self-Care	74.3 /100 \| #138	Good 2.4%

Common Questions

What are the strongest characteristics of Immigrants from Colombia in the United States?

The strongest characteristics of Immigrants from Colombia in the United States are:

Unemployment Rate Among Males

5.3%

(94.6/100)

Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 35 and 44

4.7%

(93.6/100)

Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 55 and 59

4.8%

(93.4/100)

Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34

5.6%

(93.4/100)

Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 24

10.2%

(92.4/100)

What are the most vital challenges facing Immigrants from Colombia in the United States?

The most vital challenges facing Immigrants from Colombia in the United States are:

Average Family Size

3.31

(22.4/100)

Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education

1.6%

(24.9/100)

Percentage of Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available

5.3%

(26.7/100)

Percentage of Family Households with Children

28.5%

(32.2/100)

Percentage of Households with 3 or More Vehicles Available

17.3%

(38.4/100)

What is Immigrants from Colombia per capita income in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia per capita income in the United States is $38,974, which is average, ranking it 195th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia median family income in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia median family income in the United States is $89,648, which is average, ranking it 213th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia median household income in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia median household income in the United States is $76,703, which is average, ranking it 195th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia median earnings in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia median earnings in the United States is $41,469, which is average, ranking it 217th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia median male earnings in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia median male earnings in the United States is $48,180, which is average, ranking it 209th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia median female earnings in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia median female earnings in the United States is $35,360, which is average, ranking it 213th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia wage/income gap percentage in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 24.5%, which is good, ranking it 110th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia poverty level in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia poverty level in the United States is 12.5%, which is good, ranking it 181st out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia poverty level among families in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia poverty level among families in the United States is 9.5%, which is good, ranking it 199th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia poverty level among males in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia poverty level among males in the United States is 11.3%, which is good, ranking it 177th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia poverty level among females in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia poverty level among females in the United States is 13.6%, which is good, ranking it 185th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 16.5%, which is good, ranking it 177th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia poverty level among single males in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia poverty level among single males in the United States is 12.0%, which is excellent, ranking it 86th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia poverty level among single females in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia poverty level among single females in the United States is 20.4%, which is excellent, ranking it 122nd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia poverty level among single fathers in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 16.0%, which is good, ranking it 133rd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia poverty level among single mothers in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 28.6%, which is excellent, ranking it 126th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 12.9%, which is good, ranking it 227th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia unemployment in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia unemployment in the United States is 5.3%, which is exceptional, ranking it 171st out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia unemployment rate among males in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.3%, which is exceptional, ranking it 131st out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.5%, which is excellent, ranking it 200th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia percentage of family households in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia percentage of family households in the United States is 66.6%, which is average, ranking it 50th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia percentage of family households with children in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia percentage of family households with children in the United States is 28.5%, which is fair, ranking it 98th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 46.7%, which is good, ranking it 174th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia average family size in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia average family size in the United States is 3.31, which is fair, ranking it 123rd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia percentage of single father households in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.4%, which is excellent, ranking it 198th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia percentage of single mother households in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia percentage of single mother households in the United States is 6.8%, which is good, ranking it 207th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia percentage of population currently married in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia percentage of population currently married in the United States is 46.2%, which is good, ranking it 196th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.8%, which is average, ranking it 262nd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 32.5%, which is good, ranking it 196th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia percentage of population with a disability in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 10.7%, which is good, ranking it 67th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia percentage of males with a disability in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 10.2%, which is excellent, ranking it 71st out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Colombia percentage of females with a disability in the United States?

Immigrants from Colombia percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 11.1%, which is good, ranking it 71st 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.

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