In terms of income, Immigrants from Somalia residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (21.2%), median female earnings ($37,914), and per capita income ($39,974), but there is room for improvement in household income with householder under the age of 25 ($48,135), household income with householder over the age of 65 ($53,333), and median household income ($74,300).

Income Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Per Capita Income	1.6 /100 \| #247	Tragic $39,974
Median Family Income	0.6 /100 \| #251	Tragic $92,609
Median Household Income	0.1 /100 \| #286	Tragic $74,300
Median Earnings	0.9 /100 \| #260	Tragic $43,100
Median Male Earnings	0.3 /100 \| #275	Tragic $48,439
Median Female Earnings	2.4 /100 \| #247	Tragic $37,914
Householder Age \| Under 25 years	0.0 /100 \| #300	Tragic $48,135
Householder Age \| 25 - 44 years	0.1 /100 \| #285	Tragic $82,188
Householder Age \| 45 - 64 years	0.1 /100 \| #280	Tragic $86,987
Householder Age \| Over 65 years	0.0 /100 \| #296	Tragic $53,333
Wage/Income Gap	100.0 /100 \| #37	Exceptional 21.2%

Immigrants from Somalia Poverty

In terms of poverty, Immigrants from Somalia residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single fathers (14.9%), poverty level among single males (13.6%), and percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps (13.7%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (25.7%), poverty level among single females (25.8%), and poverty level among males (14.6%).

Poverty Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Poverty	0.0 /100 \| #314	Tragic 15.8%
Families	0.0 /100 \| #292	Tragic 11.5%
Males	0.0 /100 \| #313	Tragic 14.6%
Females	0.0 /100 \| #312	Tragic 17.0%
Females 18 to 24 years	0.0 /100 \| #330	Tragic 25.7%
Females 25 to 34 years	0.1 /100 \| #266	Tragic 15.4%
Children Under 5 years	0.0 /100 \| #292	Tragic 21.6%
Children Under 16 years	0.0 /100 \| #314	Tragic 21.6%
Boys Under 16 years	0.0 /100 \| #315	Tragic 21.7%
Girls Under 16 years	0.0 /100 \| #310	Tragic 21.6%
Single Males	1.0 /100 \| #250	Tragic 13.6%
Single Females	0.0 /100 \| #316	Tragic 25.8%
Single Fathers	100.0 /100 \| #45	Exceptional 14.9%
Single Mothers	0.0 /100 \| #301	Tragic 33.4%
Married Couples	0.7 /100 \| #254	Tragic 6.0%
Seniors Over 65 years	0.1 /100 \| #268	Tragic 12.6%
Seniors Over 75 years	0.6 /100 \| #242	Tragic 13.5%
Receiving Food Stamps	0.9 /100 \| #245	Tragic 13.7%

Immigrants from Somalia Unemployment

In terms of unemployment, Immigrants from Somalia residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (9.2%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (15.3%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (5.5%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (5.7%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (4.9%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (5.2%).

Unemployment Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Unemployment	33.8 /100 \| #193	Fair 5.3%
Males	1.5 /100 \| #234	Tragic 5.6%
Females	95.2 /100 \| #97	Exceptional 5.0%
Youth < 25	100.0 /100 \| #10	Exceptional 10.5%
Age \| 16 to 19 years	100.0 /100 \| #5	Exceptional 15.3%
Age \| 20 to 24 years	100.0 /100 \| #9	Exceptional 9.2%
Age \| 25 to 29 years	100.0 /100 \| #3	Exceptional 5.5%
Age \| 30 to 34 years	97.1 /100 \| #60	Exceptional 5.1%
Age \| 35 to 44 years	0.3 /100 \| #247	Tragic 5.2%
Age \| 45 to 54 years	0.1 /100 \| #265	Tragic 4.9%
Age \| 55 to 59 years	100.0 /100 \| #18	Exceptional 4.4%
Age \| 60 to 64 years	99.2 /100 \| #77	Exceptional 4.6%
Age \| 65 to 74 years	0.0 /100 \| #289	Tragic 5.7%
Seniors > 65	44.0 /100 \| #179	Average 5.2%
Seniors > 75	41.7 /100 \| #180	Average 8.8%
Women w/ Children < 6	98.9 /100 \| #78	Exceptional 7.1%
Women w/ Children 6 to 17	100.0 /100 \| #42	Exceptional 8.0%
Women w/ Children < 18	2.2 /100 \| #238	Tragic 5.8%

Immigrants from Somalia Labor Participation

In terms of labor participation, Immigrants from Somalia residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (69.1%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (45.6%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (79.5%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (83.4%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (85.6%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (86.2%).

Labor Participation Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
In Labor Force \| Age > 16	100.0 /100 \| #4	Exceptional 69.1%
In Labor Force \| Age 20-64	100.0 /100 \| #8	Exceptional 81.6%
In Labor Force \| Age 16-19	100.0 /100 \| #3	Exceptional 45.6%
In Labor Force \| Age 20-24	100.0 /100 \| #2	Exceptional 79.5%
In Labor Force \| Age 25-29	100.0 /100 \| #2	Exceptional 87.1%
In Labor Force \| Age 30-34	100.0 /100 \| #9	Exceptional 86.2%
In Labor Force \| Age 35-44	100.0 /100 \| #14	Exceptional 85.6%
In Labor Force \| Age 45-54	96.9 /100 \| #74	Exceptional 83.4%

Immigrants from Somalia Family Structure

In terms of family structure, Immigrants from Somalia residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of births to unmarried women (31.4%), average family size (3.20), and percentage of single father households (2.5%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of family households (56.7%), percentage of married-couple family households (38.4%), and percentage of population currently married (41.2%).

Family Structure Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Family Households	0.0 /100 \| #347	Tragic 56.7%
Family Households with Children	0.0 /100 \| #309	Tragic 26.3%
Married-couple Households	0.0 /100 \| #337	Tragic 38.4%
Average Family Size	10.3 /100 \| #217	Poor 3.20
Single Father Households	1.9 /100 \| #253	Tragic 2.5%
Single Mother Households	0.2 /100 \| #262	Tragic 7.4%
Currently Married	0.0 /100 \| #319	Tragic 41.2%
Divorced or Separated	0.6 /100 \| #257	Tragic 12.6%
Births to Unmarried Women	58.1 /100 \| #165	Average 31.4%

Immigrants from Somalia Vehicle Availability

In terms of vehicle availability, Immigrants from Somalia residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (11.4%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (88.6%), and percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (4.9%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (15.9%), percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (50.5%), and percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (4.9%).

Vehicle Availability Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
No Vehicles Available	5.4 /100 \| #226	Tragic 11.4%
1+ Vehicles Available	4.2 /100 \| #238	Tragic 88.6%
2+ Vehicles Available	0.0 /100 \| #296	Tragic 50.5%
3+ Vehicles Available	0.0 /100 \| #309	Tragic 15.9%
4+ Vehicles Available	0.0 /100 \| #309	Tragic 4.9%

Immigrants from Somalia Education Level

In terms of education level, Immigrants from Somalia residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least college, 1 year or more education (59.7%), percentage of population with at least college, under 1 year education (65.6%), and percentage of population with at least associate's degree education (46.5%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least nursery school education (97.0%), percentage of population with no schooling (3.0%), and percentage of population with at least kindergarten education (97.0%).

Education Level Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
No Schooling Completed	0.0 /100 \| #308	Tragic 3.0%
Nursery School	0.0 /100 \| #309	Tragic 97.0%
Kindergarten	0.0 /100 \| #308	Tragic 97.0%
1st Grade	0.0 /100 \| #307	Tragic 96.9%
2nd Grade	0.0 /100 \| #306	Tragic 96.9%
3rd Grade	0.0 /100 \| #302	Tragic 96.8%
4th Grade	0.0 /100 \| #297	Tragic 96.5%
5th Grade	0.0 /100 \| #295	Tragic 96.4%
6th Grade	0.0 /100 \| #290	Tragic 96.1%
7th Grade	0.5 /100 \| #262	Tragic 95.2%
8th Grade	0.7 /100 \| #255	Tragic 95.0%
9th Grade	1.4 /100 \| #248	Tragic 94.1%
10th Grade	2.7 /100 \| #241	Tragic 93.0%
11th Grade	5.2 /100 \| #226	Tragic 91.9%
12th Grade, No Diploma	5.3 /100 \| #222	Tragic 90.4%
High School Diploma	11.3 /100 \| #213	Poor 88.4%
GED/Equivalency	10.6 /100 \| #212	Poor 84.8%
College, Under 1 year	56.4 /100 \| #167	Average 65.6%
College, 1 year or more	58.3 /100 \| #163	Average 59.7%
Associate's Degree	55.5 /100 \| #168	Average 46.5%
Bachelor's Degree	52.8 /100 \| #172	Average 37.9%
Master's Degree	15.8 /100 \| #216	Poor 14.1%
Professional Degree	12.5 /100 \| #208	Poor 4.1%
Doctorate Degree	25.4 /100 \| #195	Fair 1.8%

Immigrants from Somalia Disability

In terms of disability, Immigrants from Somalia residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with ambulatory disability (5.8%), percentage of population with vision disability (2.1%), and percentage of population with hearing disability (2.8%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with cognitive disability (20.0%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (13.1%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (7.4%).

Disability Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Disability	6.8 /100 \| #214	Tragic 12.0%
Males	10.4 /100 \| #207	Poor 11.5%
Females	5.9 /100 \| #232	Tragic 12.5%
Age \| Under 5 years	31.3 /100 \| #197	Fair 1.3%
Age \| 5 to 17 years	0.4 /100 \| #270	Tragic 6.0%
Age \| 18 to 34 years	0.1 /100 \| #275	Tragic 7.4%
Age \| 35 to 64 years	0.0 /100 \| #285	Tragic 13.1%
Age \| 65 to 74 years	0.4 /100 \| #256	Tragic 25.2%
Age \| Over 75 years	21.4 /100 \| #200	Fair 47.7%
Vision	96.2 /100 \| #91	Exceptional 2.1%
Hearing	95.5 /100 \| #96	Exceptional 2.8%
Cognitive	0.0 /100 \| #347	Tragic 20.0%
Ambulatory	98.3 /100 \| #97	Exceptional 5.8%
Self-Care	55.9 /100 \| #169	Average 2.5%

Common Questions

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

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

Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Ages 16 and over

69.1%

(100.0/100)

Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 16 and 19

45.6%

(100.0/100)

Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 24

79.5%

(100.0/100)

Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 25 and 29

87.1%

(100.0/100)

Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 64

81.6%

(100.0/100)

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

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

Percentage of Family Households

56.7%

(0.0/100)

Poverty Level Among Females Between the Ages 18 and 24

25.7%

(0.0/100)

Percentage of Population with Cognitive Disability

20.0%

(0.0/100)

Percentage of Married-couple Family Households

38.4%

(0.0/100)

Poverty Level Among Single Females

25.8%

(0.0/100)

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

Immigrants from Somalia per capita income in the United States is $39,974, which is tragic, ranking it 247th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia median family income in the United States is $92,609, which is tragic, ranking it 251st out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia median household income in the United States is $74,300, which is tragic, ranking it 286th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia median earnings in the United States is $43,100, which is tragic, ranking it 260th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia median male earnings in the United States is $48,439, which is tragic, ranking it 275th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia median female earnings in the United States is $37,914, which is tragic, ranking it 247th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 21.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 37th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia poverty level in the United States is 15.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 314th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia poverty level among families in the United States is 11.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 292nd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia poverty level among males in the United States is 14.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 313th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia poverty level among females in the United States is 17.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 312th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 21.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 314th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia poverty level among single males in the United States is 13.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 250th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia poverty level among single females in the United States is 25.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 316th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 14.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 45th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 33.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 301st out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 13.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 245th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Somalia unemployment in the United States?

Immigrants from Somalia unemployment in the United States is 5.3%, which is fair, ranking it 193rd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 234th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 97th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia percentage of family households in the United States is 56.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 347th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia percentage of family households with children in the United States is 26.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 309th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 38.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 337th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia average family size in the United States is 3.20, which is poor, ranking it 217th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 253rd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia percentage of single mother households in the United States is 7.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 262nd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia percentage of population currently married in the United States is 41.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 319th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 257th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 31.4%, which is average, ranking it 165th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 12.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 214th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 11.5%, which is poor, ranking it 207th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Somalia percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 12.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 232nd 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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