In terms of income, Immigrants from Sri Lanka residing in the United States exhibit better median earnings ($53,268), median household income ($99,943), and household income with householder between the ages 45 and 64 ($119,094), but there is room for improvement in wage/income gap percentage (27.1%), household income with householder under the age of 25 ($54,512), and per capita income ($50,555).

Income Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Per Capita Income	100.0 /100 \| #50	Exceptional $50,555
Median Family Income	100.0 /100 \| #30	Exceptional $120,263
Median Household Income	100.0 /100 \| #28	Exceptional $99,943
Median Earnings	100.0 /100 \| #34	Exceptional $53,268
Median Male Earnings	100.0 /100 \| #37	Exceptional $63,099
Median Female Earnings	100.0 /100 \| #35	Exceptional $44,161
Householder Age \| Under 25 years	99.7 /100 \| #75	Exceptional $54,512
Householder Age \| 25 - 44 years	100.0 /100 \| #32	Exceptional $109,741
Householder Age \| 45 - 64 years	100.0 /100 \| #21	Exceptional $119,094
Householder Age \| Over 65 years	100.0 /100 \| #26	Exceptional $69,426
Wage/Income Gap	3.7 /100 \| #242	Tragic 27.1%

Immigrants from Sri Lanka Poverty

In terms of poverty, Immigrants from Sri Lanka residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single mothers (26.3%), poverty level among single females (18.6%), and poverty level among females between the ages 25 and 34 (11.8%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among single fathers (15.9%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (11.5%), and poverty level among males (10.2%).

Poverty Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Poverty	97.9 /100 \| #60	Exceptional 11.2%
Families	98.9 /100 \| #48	Exceptional 7.7%
Males	97.2 /100 \| #68	Exceptional 10.2%
Females	98.5 /100 \| #55	Exceptional 12.1%
Females 18 to 24 years	97.5 /100 \| #107	Exceptional 19.2%
Females 25 to 34 years	99.8 /100 \| #36	Exceptional 11.8%
Children Under 5 years	99.8 /100 \| #32	Exceptional 14.4%
Children Under 16 years	99.3 /100 \| #42	Exceptional 13.8%
Boys Under 16 years	99.6 /100 \| #37	Exceptional 13.9%
Girls Under 16 years	99.5 /100 \| #40	Exceptional 14.0%
Single Males	99.7 /100 \| #62	Exceptional 11.8%
Single Females	99.9 /100 \| #32	Exceptional 18.6%
Single Fathers	88.2 /100 \| #135	Excellent 15.9%
Single Mothers	100.0 /100 \| #26	Exceptional 26.3%
Married Couples	99.6 /100 \| #63	Exceptional 4.4%
Seniors Over 65 years	97.3 /100 \| #81	Exceptional 10.1%
Seniors Over 75 years	94.4 /100 \| #89	Exceptional 11.5%
Receiving Food Stamps	99.5 /100 \| #38	Exceptional 9.5%

Immigrants from Sri Lanka Unemployment

In terms of unemployment, Immigrants from Sri Lanka residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 6 (6.9%), unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (8.4%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (4.3%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (10.5%), unemployment rate among youth under the age of 25 (11.7%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (4.8%).

Unemployment Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Unemployment	91.1 /100 \| #116	Exceptional 5.1%
Males	94.9 /100 \| #88	Exceptional 5.1%
Females	85.0 /100 \| #132	Excellent 5.1%
Youth < 25	27.8 /100 \| #194	Fair 11.7%
Age \| 16 to 19 years	92.0 /100 \| #117	Exceptional 17.1%
Age \| 20 to 24 years	14.0 /100 \| #212	Poor 10.5%
Age \| 25 to 29 years	97.9 /100 \| #64	Exceptional 6.3%
Age \| 30 to 34 years	80.2 /100 \| #126	Excellent 5.3%
Age \| 35 to 44 years	99.1 /100 \| #33	Exceptional 4.3%
Age \| 45 to 54 years	99.3 /100 \| #57	Exceptional 4.3%
Age \| 55 to 59 years	46.8 /100 \| #177	Average 4.8%
Age \| 60 to 64 years	98.9 /100 \| #85	Exceptional 4.7%
Age \| 65 to 74 years	73.8 /100 \| #148	Good 5.3%
Seniors > 65	87.4 /100 \| #126	Excellent 5.1%
Seniors > 75	99.3 /100 \| #97	Exceptional 8.2%
Women w/ Children < 6	99.8 /100 \| #60	Exceptional 6.9%
Women w/ Children 6 to 17	99.7 /100 \| #75	Exceptional 8.4%
Women w/ Children < 18	98.1 /100 \| #55	Exceptional 5.1%

Immigrants from Sri Lanka Labor Participation

In terms of labor participation, Immigrants from Sri Lanka residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (66.5%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (83.9%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (85.6%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (74.0%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (34.9%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (84.7%).

Labor Participation Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
In Labor Force \| Age > 16	99.9 /100 \| #53	Exceptional 66.5%
In Labor Force \| Age 20-64	99.3 /100 \| #51	Exceptional 80.4%
In Labor Force \| Age 16-19	2.4 /100 \| #246	Tragic 34.9%
In Labor Force \| Age 20-24	2.3 /100 \| #240	Tragic 74.0%
In Labor Force \| Age 25-29	61.7 /100 \| #154	Good 84.7%
In Labor Force \| Age 30-34	99.8 /100 \| #44	Exceptional 85.6%
In Labor Force \| Age 35-44	98.9 /100 \| #73	Exceptional 85.0%
In Labor Force \| Age 45-54	99.8 /100 \| #21	Exceptional 83.9%

Immigrants from Sri Lanka Family Structure

In terms of family structure, Immigrants from Sri Lanka residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population currently divorced or separated (10.8%), percentage of single father households (2.0%), and percentage of family households with children (28.4%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.22), percentage of population currently married (48.1%), and percentage of single mother households (5.6%).

Family Structure Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Family Households	98.0 /100 \| #102	Exceptional 65.1%
Family Households with Children	99.9 /100 \| #76	Exceptional 28.4%
Married-couple Households	99.4 /100 \| #49	Exceptional 48.7%
Average Family Size	39.8 /100 \| #185	Fair 3.22
Single Father Households	100.0 /100 \| #39	Exceptional 2.0%
Single Mother Households	98.0 /100 \| #79	Exceptional 5.6%
Currently Married	96.9 /100 \| #81	Exceptional 48.1%
Divorced or Separated	100.0 /100 \| #24	Exceptional 10.8%
Births to Unmarried Women	99.8 /100 \| #33	Exceptional 27.2%

Immigrants from Sri Lanka Vehicle Availability

In terms of vehicle availability, Immigrants from Sri Lanka residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (55.5%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (19.2%), and percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (6.1%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (88.9%), percentage of households with no vehicle available (11.2%), and percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (6.1%).

Vehicle Availability Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
No Vehicles Available	10.6 /100 \| #215	Poor 11.2%
1+ Vehicles Available	10.2 /100 \| #215	Poor 88.9%
2+ Vehicles Available	58.3 /100 \| #166	Average 55.5%
3+ Vehicles Available	30.7 /100 \| #185	Fair 19.2%
4+ Vehicles Available	23.7 /100 \| #197	Fair 6.1%

Immigrants from Sri Lanka Education Level

In terms of education level, Immigrants from Sri Lanka residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (2.8%), percentage of population with at least professional degree education (6.2%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (19.9%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least 3rd grade education (97.7%), percentage of population with at least 2nd grade education (97.9%), and percentage of population with at least kindergarten education (97.9%).

Education Level Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
No Schooling Completed	67.0 /100 \| #157	Good 2.0%
Nursery School	49.9 /100 \| #175	Average 98.0%
Kindergarten	49.6 /100 \| #175	Average 97.9%
1st Grade	49.7 /100 \| #175	Average 97.9%
2nd Grade	48.7 /100 \| #176	Average 97.9%
3rd Grade	45.1 /100 \| #180	Average 97.7%
4th Grade	51.1 /100 \| #172	Average 97.5%
5th Grade	53.8 /100 \| #171	Average 97.3%
6th Grade	51.7 /100 \| #171	Average 97.1%
7th Grade	59.9 /100 \| #167	Average 96.1%
8th Grade	64.1 /100 \| #163	Good 95.8%
9th Grade	82.1 /100 \| #146	Excellent 95.1%
10th Grade	89.9 /100 \| #138	Excellent 94.2%
11th Grade	95.6 /100 \| #125	Exceptional 93.2%
12th Grade, No Diploma	96.4 /100 \| #115	Exceptional 92.1%
High School Diploma	96.3 /100 \| #113	Exceptional 90.2%
GED/Equivalency	98.3 /100 \| #81	Exceptional 87.5%
College, Under 1 year	99.9 /100 \| #36	Exceptional 70.5%
College, 1 year or more	99.9 /100 \| #33	Exceptional 65.4%
Associate's Degree	100.0 /100 \| #30	Exceptional 53.7%
Bachelor's Degree	100.0 /100 \| #30	Exceptional 46.1%
Master's Degree	100.0 /100 \| #27	Exceptional 19.9%
Professional Degree	100.0 /100 \| #29	Exceptional 6.2%
Doctorate Degree	100.0 /100 \| #18	Exceptional 2.8%

Immigrants from Sri Lanka Disability

In terms of disability, Immigrants from Sri Lanka residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of females with a disability (10.9%), percentage of population with a disability (10.5%), and percentage of population with ambulatory disability (5.4%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with cognitive disability (16.8%), percentage of population with hearing disability (2.7%), and percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.1%).

Disability Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Disability	100.0 /100 \| #22	Exceptional 10.5%
Males	100.0 /100 \| #19	Exceptional 10.0%
Females	100.0 /100 \| #22	Exceptional 10.9%
Age \| Under 5 years	98.5 /100 \| #73	Exceptional 1.1%
Age \| 5 to 17 years	100.0 /100 \| #42	Exceptional 5.0%
Age \| 18 to 34 years	99.6 /100 \| #60	Exceptional 6.0%
Age \| 35 to 64 years	100.0 /100 \| #26	Exceptional 9.5%
Age \| 65 to 74 years	99.9 /100 \| #34	Exceptional 21.1%
Age \| Over 75 years	99.2 /100 \| #71	Exceptional 46.1%
Vision	100.0 /100 \| #19	Exceptional 1.9%
Hearing	98.4 /100 \| #64	Exceptional 2.7%
Cognitive	97.1 /100 \| #113	Exceptional 16.8%
Ambulatory	100.0 /100 \| #18	Exceptional 5.4%
Self-Care	99.9 /100 \| #26	Exceptional 2.2%

Common Questions

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

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

Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education

2.8%

(100.0/100)

Percentage of Population Currently Divorced or Separated

10.8%

(100.0/100)

Percentage of Females with a Disability

10.9%

(100.0/100)

Percentage of Population with at least Professional Degree Education

6.2%

(100.0/100)

Percentage of Population with at least Master's Degree Education

19.9%

(100.0/100)

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

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

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

74.0%

(2.3/100)

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

34.9%

(2.4/100)

Wage/Income Gap Percentage

27.1%

(3.7/100)

Percentage of Households with 1 or More Vehicles Available

88.9%

(10.2/100)

Percentage of Households with No Vehicle Available

11.2%

(10.6/100)

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka per capita income in the United States is $50,555, which is exceptional, ranking it 50th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka median family income in the United States is $120,263, which is exceptional, ranking it 30th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka median household income in the United States is $99,943, which is exceptional, ranking it 28th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Sri Lanka median earnings in the United States?

Immigrants from Sri Lanka median earnings in the United States is $53,268, which is exceptional, ranking it 34th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka median male earnings in the United States is $63,099, which is exceptional, ranking it 37th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka median female earnings in the United States is $44,161, which is exceptional, ranking it 35th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 27.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 242nd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Sri Lanka poverty level in the United States?

Immigrants from Sri Lanka poverty level in the United States is 11.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 60th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka poverty level among families in the United States is 7.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 48th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka poverty level among males in the United States is 10.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 68th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka poverty level among females in the United States is 12.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 55th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 13.8%, which is exceptional, ranking it 42nd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka poverty level among single males in the United States is 11.8%, which is exceptional, ranking it 62nd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka poverty level among single females in the United States is 18.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 32nd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 15.9%, which is excellent, ranking it 135th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 26.3%, which is exceptional, ranking it 26th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 9.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 38th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from Sri Lanka unemployment in the United States?

Immigrants from Sri Lanka unemployment in the United States is 5.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 116th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 88th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 132nd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka percentage of family households in the United States is 65.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 102nd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka percentage of family households with children in the United States is 28.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 76th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 48.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 49th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka average family size in the United States is 3.22, which is fair, ranking it 185th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 39th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka percentage of single mother households in the United States is 5.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 79th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka percentage of population currently married in the United States is 48.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 81st out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 10.8%, which is exceptional, ranking it 24th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 27.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 33rd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 10.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 22nd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 10.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 19th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from Sri Lanka percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 10.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 22nd 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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