In terms of income, Immigrants from West Indies residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (19.1%), household income with householder under the age of 25 ($45,540), and median female earnings ($36,434), but there is room for improvement in median male earnings ($45,801), household income with householder between the ages 45 and 64 ($81,610), and median family income ($85,403).

Income Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Per Capita Income	43.1 /100 \| #222	Average $37,958
Median Family Income	35.8 /100 \| #248	Fair $85,403
Median Household Income	37.4 /100 \| #251	Fair $71,632
Median Earnings	38.6 /100 \| #238	Fair $40,876
Median Male Earnings	33.3 /100 \| #257	Fair $45,801
Median Female Earnings	47.3 /100 \| #170	Average $36,434
Householder Age \| Under 25 years	50.9 /100 \| #248	Average $45,540
Householder Age \| 25 - 44 years	38.9 /100 \| #246	Fair $79,492
Householder Age \| 45 - 64 years	33.4 /100 \| #265	Fair $81,610
Householder Age \| Over 65 years	36.6 /100 \| #277	Fair $49,994
Wage/Income Gap	86.8 /100 \| #12	Excellent 19.1%

Immigrants from West Indies Poverty

In terms of poverty, Immigrants from West Indies residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single males (12.6%), poverty level among married-couple families (6.3%), and poverty level among single fathers (16.1%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (15.6%), poverty level among girls under the age of 16 (20.9%), and poverty level among children under the age of 16 (20.4%).

Poverty Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Poverty	61.8 /100 \| #272	Good 14.8%
Families	64.8 /100 \| #275	Good 11.4%
Males	64.1 /100 \| #272	Good 13.5%
Females	62.1 /100 \| #273	Good 16.0%
Females 18 to 24 years	65.0 /100 \| #249	Good 21.4%
Females 25 to 34 years	73.1 /100 \| #243	Good 15.0%
Children Under 5 years	59.8 /100 \| #269	Average 20.9%
Children Under 16 years	57.3 /100 \| #280	Average 20.4%
Boys Under 16 years	58.5 /100 \| #271	Average 20.3%
Girls Under 16 years	55.8 /100 \| #288	Average 20.9%
Single Males	85.4 /100 \| #162	Excellent 12.6%
Single Females	67.9 /100 \| #251	Good 22.9%
Single Fathers	74.5 /100 \| #157	Good 16.1%
Single Mothers	67.7 /100 \| #260	Good 31.6%
Married Couples	78.2 /100 \| #263	Good 6.3%
Seniors Over 65 years	57.8 /100 \| #297	Average 13.7%
Seniors Over 75 years	53.7 /100 \| #310	Average 15.6%
Receiving Food Stamps	66.2 /100 \| #298	Good 15.8%

Immigrants from West Indies Unemployment

In terms of unemployment, Immigrants from West Indies residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (5.4%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (6.5%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 60 and 64 (5.2%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (23.2%), unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 18 (6.5%), and unemployment rate among youth under the age of 25 (14.1%).

Unemployment Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Unemployment	82.7 /100 \| #291	Excellent 6.3%
Males	85.7 /100 \| #292	Excellent 6.6%
Females	78.7 /100 \| #282	Good 6.1%
Youth < 25	77.3 /100 \| #296	Good 14.1%
Age \| 16 to 19 years	68.0 /100 \| #319	Good 23.2%
Age \| 20 to 24 years	81.8 /100 \| #291	Excellent 11.9%
Age \| 25 to 29 years	83.9 /100 \| #287	Excellent 7.8%
Age \| 30 to 34 years	87.0 /100 \| #284	Excellent 6.5%
Age \| 35 to 44 years	85.9 /100 \| #299	Excellent 5.7%
Age \| 45 to 54 years	83.3 /100 \| #299	Excellent 5.4%
Age \| 55 to 59 years	88.5 /100 \| #296	Excellent 5.4%
Age \| 60 to 64 years	86.2 /100 \| #268	Excellent 5.2%
Age \| 65 to 74 years	82.7 /100 \| #286	Excellent 5.8%
Seniors > 65	83.0 /100 \| #295	Excellent 5.7%
Seniors > 75	84.2 /100 \| #80	Excellent 8.5%
Women w/ Children < 6	81.0 /100 \| #265	Excellent 8.5%
Women w/ Children 6 to 17	82.1 /100 \| #236	Excellent 9.3%
Women w/ Children < 18	74.9 /100 \| #287	Good 6.5%

Immigrants from West Indies Labor Participation

In terms of labor participation, Immigrants from West Indies residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (84.3%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (84.0%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (78.7%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (31.5%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (72.3%), and labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (65.4%).

Labor Participation Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
In Labor Force \| Age > 16	68.6 /100 \| #161	Good 65.4%
In Labor Force \| Age 20-64	77.3 /100 \| #248	Good 78.7%
In Labor Force \| Age 16-19	31.6 /100 \| #305	Fair 31.5%
In Labor Force \| Age 20-24	52.2 /100 \| #300	Average 72.3%
In Labor Force \| Age 25-29	72.5 /100 \| #219	Good 84.0%
In Labor Force \| Age 30-34	84.0 /100 \| #200	Excellent 84.3%
In Labor Force \| Age 35-44	83.1 /100 \| #201	Excellent 84.0%
In Labor Force \| Age 45-54	74.7 /100 \| #270	Good 81.1%

Immigrants from West Indies Family Structure

In terms of family structure, Immigrants from West Indies residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (2.2%), percentage of births to unmarried women (37.7%), and percentage of population currently divorced or separated (12.6%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of family households with children (26.1%), percentage of married-couple family households (39.4%), and average family size (3.37).

Family Structure Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Family Households	28.6 /100 \| #322	Fair 62.0%
Family Households with Children	15.4 /100 \| #334	Poor 26.1%
Married-couple Households	20.5 /100 \| #330	Fair 39.4%
Average Family Size	28.4 /100 \| #74	Fair 3.37
Single Father Households	87.3 /100 \| #137	Excellent 2.2%
Single Mother Households	39.4 /100 \| #293	Fair 8.0%
Currently Married	30.5 /100 \| #325	Fair 40.8%
Divorced or Separated	51.8 /100 \| #234	Average 12.6%
Births to Unmarried Women	52.3 /100 \| #286	Average 37.7%

Immigrants from West Indies Vehicle Availability

In terms of vehicle availability, Immigrants from West Indies residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (19.3%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (80.8%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (42.4%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (4.5%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (14.4%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (42.4%).

Vehicle Availability Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
No Vehicles Available	67.3 /100 \| #322	Good 19.3%
1+ Vehicles Available	63.4 /100 \| #322	Good 80.8%
2+ Vehicles Available	37.5 /100 \| #326	Fair 42.4%
3+ Vehicles Available	24.4 /100 \| #324	Fair 14.4%
4+ Vehicles Available	18.4 /100 \| #318	Poor 4.5%

Immigrants from West Indies Education Level

In terms of education level, Immigrants from West Indies residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with no schooling (2.4%), percentage of population with at least 10th grade education (92.0%), and percentage of population with at least 11th grade education (90.6%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (1.5%), percentage of population with at least professional degree education (3.9%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (13.7%).

Education Level Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
No Schooling Completed	60.5 /100 \| #273	Good 2.4%
Nursery School	49.3 /100 \| #267	Average 97.7%
Kindergarten	48.8 /100 \| #266	Average 97.6%
1st Grade	53.6 /100 \| #266	Average 97.6%
2nd Grade	53.7 /100 \| #265	Average 97.5%
3rd Grade	47.2 /100 \| #265	Average 97.4%
4th Grade	54.5 /100 \| #268	Average 97.1%
5th Grade	57.0 /100 \| #271	Average 96.8%
6th Grade	46.9 /100 \| #275	Average 96.4%
7th Grade	52.6 /100 \| #277	Average 95.0%
8th Grade	51.4 /100 \| #281	Average 94.6%
9th Grade	57.3 /100 \| #281	Average 93.5%
10th Grade	60.2 /100 \| #277	Good 92.0%
11th Grade	59.1 /100 \| #276	Average 90.6%
12th Grade, No Diploma	58.6 /100 \| #272	Average 88.8%
High School Diploma	55.4 /100 \| #278	Average 86.4%
GED/Equivalency	55.2 /100 \| #273	Average 82.6%
College, Under 1 year	51.3 /100 \| #264	Average 60.6%
College, 1 year or more	52.1 /100 \| #248	Average 55.4%
Associate's Degree	51.3 /100 \| #238	Average 42.3%
Bachelor's Degree	46.7 /100 \| #231	Average 34.4%
Master's Degree	38.7 /100 \| #221	Fair 13.7%
Professional Degree	32.7 /100 \| #220	Fair 3.9%
Doctorate Degree	19.0 /100 \| #263	Poor 1.5%

Immigrants from West Indies Disability

In terms of disability, Immigrants from West Indies residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with hearing disability (2.5%), percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.1%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (5.7%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with cognitive disability (18.1%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (11.7%), and percentage of females with a disability (12.1%).

Disability Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Disability	68.0 /100 \| #192	Good 11.5%
Males	73.8 /100 \| #161	Good 10.9%
Females	63.9 /100 \| #236	Good 12.1%
Age \| Under 5 years	90.6 /100 \| #57	Exceptional 1.1%
Age \| 5 to 17 years	69.0 /100 \| #210	Good 5.6%
Age \| 18 to 34 years	81.4 /100 \| #84	Excellent 5.7%
Age \| 35 to 64 years	60.0 /100 \| #229	Good 11.7%
Age \| 65 to 74 years	75.5 /100 \| #218	Good 24.0%
Age \| Over 75 years	79.7 /100 \| #191	Good 48.0%
Vision	71.3 /100 \| #231	Good 2.2%
Hearing	91.6 /100 \| #16	Exceptional 2.5%
Cognitive	44.1 /100 \| #299	Average 18.1%
Ambulatory	64.0 /100 \| #268	Good 6.6%
Self-Care	64.8 /100 \| #262	Good 2.6%

Common Questions

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

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

Percentage of Population with Hearing Disability

2.5%

(91.6/100)

Percentage of Population with a Disability Under the Age of 5

1.1%

(90.6/100)

Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 55 and 59

5.4%

(88.5/100)

Percentage of Single Father Households

2.2%

(87.3/100)

Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34

6.5%

(87.0/100)

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

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

Percentage of Family Households with Children

26.1%

(15.4/100)

Percentage of Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available

4.5%

(18.4/100)

Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education

1.5%

(19.0/100)

Percentage of Married-couple Family Households

39.4%

(20.5/100)

Percentage of Households with 3 or More Vehicles Available

14.4%

(24.4/100)

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

Immigrants from West Indies per capita income in the United States is $37,958, which is average, ranking it 222nd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies median family income in the United States is $85,403, which is fair, ranking it 248th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies median household income in the United States is $71,632, which is fair, ranking it 251st out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from West Indies median earnings in the United States?

Immigrants from West Indies median earnings in the United States is $40,876, which is fair, ranking it 238th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies median male earnings in the United States is $45,801, which is fair, ranking it 257th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies median female earnings in the United States is $36,434, which is average, ranking it 170th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 19.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 12th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from West Indies poverty level in the United States?

Immigrants from West Indies poverty level in the United States is 14.8%, which is good, ranking it 272nd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies poverty level among families in the United States is 11.4%, which is good, ranking it 275th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies poverty level among males in the United States is 13.5%, which is good, ranking it 272nd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies poverty level among females in the United States is 16.0%, which is good, ranking it 273rd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 20.4%, which is average, ranking it 280th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies poverty level among single males in the United States is 12.6%, which is excellent, ranking it 162nd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies poverty level among single females in the United States is 22.9%, which is good, ranking it 251st out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 16.1%, which is good, ranking it 157th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 31.6%, which is good, ranking it 260th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 15.8%, which is good, ranking it 298th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Immigrants from West Indies unemployment in the United States?

Immigrants from West Indies unemployment in the United States is 6.3%, which is excellent, ranking it 291st out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies unemployment rate among males in the United States is 6.6%, which is excellent, ranking it 292nd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 6.1%, which is good, ranking it 282nd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies percentage of family households in the United States is 62.0%, which is fair, ranking it 322nd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies percentage of family households with children in the United States is 26.1%, which is poor, ranking it 334th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 39.4%, which is fair, ranking it 330th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies average family size in the United States is 3.37, which is fair, ranking it 74th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.2%, which is excellent, ranking it 137th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies percentage of single mother households in the United States is 8.0%, which is fair, ranking it 293rd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies percentage of population currently married in the United States is 40.8%, which is fair, ranking it 325th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.6%, which is average, ranking it 234th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 37.7%, which is average, ranking it 286th out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 11.5%, which is good, ranking it 192nd out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 10.9%, which is good, ranking it 161st out of 347 demographic groups.

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

Immigrants from West Indies percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 12.1%, which is good, ranking it 236th 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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