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SOCIAL INDEX
66.3/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
183rd/ 347
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Iraqi Geographic Distribution
Iraqi Income
In terms of income, Iraqis residing in the United States exhibit better household income with householder over the age of 65 ($55,929), wage/income gap percentage (26.4%), and household income with householder under the age of 25 ($44,936), but there is room for improvement in median female earnings ($35,141), median earnings ($41,741), and household income with householder between the ages 25 and 44 ($82,154).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 46.1 /100 | #196 | Average $38,768 |
| Median Family Income | 45.2 /100 | #202 | Average $91,501 |
| Median Household Income | 45.3 /100 | #207 | Average $76,136 |
| Median Earnings | 42.2 /100 | #209 | Average $41,741 |
| Median Male Earnings | 43.4 /100 | #192 | Average $49,125 |
| Median Female Earnings | 39.5 /100 | #224 | Fair $35,141 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 48.6 /100 | #264 | Average $44,936 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 43.0 /100 | #220 | Average $82,154 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 46.8 /100 | #197 | Average $90,244 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 54.3 /100 | #181 | Average $55,929 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 53.8 /100 | #186 | Average 26.4% |
Iraqi Poverty
In terms of poverty, Iraqis residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single males (12.1%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (10.2%), and poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (11.3%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among boys under the age of 16 (18.3%), poverty level among children under the age of 16 (18.0%), and poverty level among children under the age of 5 (18.8%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 74.0 /100 | #207 | Good 13.0% |
| Families | 77.3 /100 | #202 | Good 9.6% |
| Males | 74.3 /100 | #210 | Good 12.0% |
| Females | 75.3 /100 | #204 | Good 13.9% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 69.0 /100 | #194 | Good 20.6% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 79.7 /100 | #178 | Good 13.8% |
| Children Under 5 years | 68.7 /100 | #213 | Good 18.8% |
| Children Under 16 years | 68.4 /100 | #213 | Good 18.0% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 67.2 /100 | #220 | Good 18.3% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 70.0 /100 | #208 | Good 17.8% |
| Single Males | 87.6 /100 | #96 | Excellent 12.1% |
| Single Females | 77.0 /100 | #161 | Good 21.1% |
| Single Fathers | 76.3 /100 | #107 | Good 15.7% |
| Single Mothers | 77.9 /100 | #160 | Good 29.2% |
| Married Couples | 80.3 /100 | #254 | Excellent 6.0% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 85.1 /100 | #138 | Excellent 10.2% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 84.1 /100 | #100 | Excellent 11.3% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 81.5 /100 | #185 | Excellent 11.7% |
Iraqi Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Iraqis residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (4.7%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (5.4%), and unemployment rate among males (5.5%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (8.9%), unemploymnet rate among females (5.5%), and unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 18 (5.6%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 89.5 /100 | #213 | Excellent 5.5% |
| Males | 92.9 /100 | #201 | Exceptional 5.5% |
| Females | 85.1 /100 | #214 | Excellent 5.5% |
| Youth < 25 | 89.5 /100 | #175 | Excellent 12.0% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 92.3 /100 | #44 | Exceptional 17.2% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 90.5 /100 | #187 | Exceptional 10.5% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 92.2 /100 | #152 | Exceptional 6.7% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 94.3 /100 | #120 | Exceptional 5.4% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 92.8 /100 | #172 | Exceptional 4.8% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 89.4 /100 | #232 | Excellent 4.8% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 94.4 /100 | #76 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 91.4 /100 | #81 | Exceptional 4.8% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 90.7 /100 | #21 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Seniors > 65 | 91.6 /100 | #19 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Seniors > 75 | 81.2 /100 | #128 | Excellent 8.9% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 88.1 /100 | #114 | Excellent 7.4% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 91.6 /100 | #31 | Exceptional 7.9% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 86.2 /100 | #166 | Excellent 5.6% |
Iraqi Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Iraqis residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (82.1%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (79.0%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (83.3%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (38.1%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (83.7%), and labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (65.8%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 71.0 /100 | #133 | Good 65.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 79.7 /100 | #218 | Good 79.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 63.3 /100 | #92 | Good 38.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 75.8 /100 | #92 | Good 76.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 70.3 /100 | #245 | Good 83.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 76.7 /100 | #274 | Good 83.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 78.1 /100 | #262 | Good 83.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 81.0 /100 | #207 | Excellent 82.1% |
Iraqi Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Iraqis residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (2.1%), percentage of births to unmarried women (27.7%), and percentage of single mother households (6.4%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.26), percentage of family households with children (28.8%), and percentage of family households (64.4%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 43.2 /100 | #183 | Average 64.4% |
| Family Households with Children | 33.9 /100 | #79 | Fair 28.8% |
| Married-couple Households | 63.5 /100 | #173 | Good 46.7% |
| Average Family Size | 18.0 /100 | #174 | Poor 3.26 |
| Single Father Households | 89.6 /100 | #105 | Excellent 2.1% |
| Single Mother Households | 68.8 /100 | #171 | Good 6.4% |
| Currently Married | 67.7 /100 | #176 | Good 46.7% |
| Divorced or Separated | 61.8 /100 | #133 | Good 12.0% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 81.7 /100 | #54 | Excellent 27.7% |
Iraqi Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Iraqis residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (8.2%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (91.8%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (57.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (6.2%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (19.5%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (57.0%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 92.9 /100 | #56 | Exceptional 8.2% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 91.9 /100 | #58 | Exceptional 91.8% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 79.4 /100 | #118 | Good 57.0% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 48.7 /100 | #172 | Average 19.5% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 36.3 /100 | #186 | Fair 6.2% |
Iraqi Education Level
In terms of education level, Iraqis residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (91.1%), percentage of population with at least ged/equivalency education (85.9%), and percentage of population with at least high school diploma education (89.2%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (1.8%), percentage of population with at least professional degree education (4.4%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (15.1%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 68.0 /100 | #221 | Good 2.2% |
| Nursery School | 53.8 /100 | #230 | Average 97.8% |
| Kindergarten | 53.4 /100 | #228 | Average 97.8% |
| 1st Grade | 58.6 /100 | #228 | Average 97.8% |
| 2nd Grade | 59.8 /100 | #222 | Average 97.7% |
| 3rd Grade | 53.9 /100 | #215 | Average 97.6% |
| 4th Grade | 65.1 /100 | #203 | Good 97.4% |
| 5th Grade | 68.3 /100 | #196 | Good 97.3% |
| 6th Grade | 58.3 /100 | #196 | Average 97.0% |
| 7th Grade | 65.2 /100 | #170 | Good 96.1% |
| 8th Grade | 64.6 /100 | #172 | Good 95.7% |
| 9th Grade | 74.1 /100 | #163 | Good 94.9% |
| 10th Grade | 75.8 /100 | #170 | Good 93.6% |
| 11th Grade | 76.1 /100 | #162 | Good 92.5% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 77.5 /100 | #159 | Good 91.1% |
| High School Diploma | 76.2 /100 | #155 | Good 89.2% |
| GED/Equivalency | 76.4 /100 | #160 | Good 85.9% |
| College, Under 1 year | 70.6 /100 | #138 | Good 66.4% |
| College, 1 year or more | 67.1 /100 | #145 | Good 60.3% |
| Associate's Degree | 63.6 /100 | #156 | Good 46.6% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 58.2 /100 | #151 | Average 38.2% |
| Master's Degree | 48.0 /100 | #160 | Average 15.1% |
| Professional Degree | 42.3 /100 | #160 | Average 4.4% |
| Doctorate Degree | 32.4 /100 | #177 | Fair 1.8% |
Iraqi Disability
In terms of disability, Iraqis residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (0.98%), percentage of population with vision disability (2.1%), and percentage of population with hearing disability (3.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with cognitive disability (17.7%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (11.6%), and percentage of females with a disability (12.0%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 67.6 /100 | #195 | Good 11.6% |
| Males | 70.1 /100 | #193 | Good 11.2% |
| Females | 66.4 /100 | #199 | Good 12.0% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 92.6 /100 | #22 | Exceptional 0.98% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 71.8 /100 | #177 | Good 5.5% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 71.1 /100 | #199 | Good 6.3% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 62.0 /100 | #212 | Good 11.6% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 74.2 /100 | #225 | Good 24.3% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 75.6 /100 | #245 | Good 48.8% |
| Vision | 78.1 /100 | #161 | Good 2.1% |
| Hearing | 76.9 /100 | #198 | Good 3.0% |
| Cognitive | 53.0 /100 | #245 | Average 17.7% |
| Ambulatory | 74.2 /100 | #173 | Good 6.1% |
| Self-Care | 68.3 /100 | #222 | Good 2.5% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Iraqis in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Iraqis in the United States are:
#1
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 55 and 59
4.7%
(94.4/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34
5.4%
(94.3/100)
#3
Percentage of Households with No Vehicle Available
8.2%
(92.9/100)
#4
Unemployment Rate Among Males
5.5%
(92.9/100)
#5
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 35 and 44
4.8%
(92.8/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Iraqis in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Iraqis in the United States are:
#1
Average Family Size
3.26
(18.0/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education
1.8%
(32.4/100)
#3
Percentage of Family Households with Children
28.8%
(33.9/100)
#4
Percentage of Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available
6.2%
(36.3/100)
#5
Median Female Earnings
$35,141
(39.5/100)
What is Iraqi per capita income in the United States?
Iraqi per capita income in the United States is $38,768, which is average, ranking it 196th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi median family income in the United States?
Iraqi median family income in the United States is $91,501, which is average, ranking it 202nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi median household income in the United States?
Iraqi median household income in the United States is $76,136, which is average, ranking it 207th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi median earnings in the United States?
Iraqi median earnings in the United States is $41,741, which is average, ranking it 209th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi median male earnings in the United States?
Iraqi median male earnings in the United States is $49,125, which is average, ranking it 192nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi median female earnings in the United States?
Iraqi median female earnings in the United States is $35,141, which is fair, ranking it 224th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Iraqi wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 26.4%, which is average, ranking it 186th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi poverty level in the United States?
Iraqi poverty level in the United States is 13.0%, which is good, ranking it 207th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi poverty level among families in the United States?
Iraqi poverty level among families in the United States is 9.6%, which is good, ranking it 202nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi poverty level among males in the United States?
Iraqi poverty level among males in the United States is 12.0%, which is good, ranking it 210th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi poverty level among females in the United States?
Iraqi poverty level among females in the United States is 13.9%, which is good, ranking it 204th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Iraqi poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 18.0%, which is good, ranking it 213th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi poverty level among single males in the United States?
Iraqi poverty level among single males in the United States is 12.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 96th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi poverty level among single females in the United States?
Iraqi poverty level among single females in the United States is 21.1%, which is good, ranking it 161st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Iraqi poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 15.7%, which is good, ranking it 107th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Iraqi poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 29.2%, which is good, ranking it 160th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Iraqi percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 11.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 185th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi unemployment in the United States?
Iraqi unemployment in the United States is 5.5%, which is excellent, ranking it 213th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Iraqi unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 201st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Iraqi unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.5%, which is excellent, ranking it 214th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi percentage of family households in the United States?
Iraqi percentage of family households in the United States is 64.4%, which is average, ranking it 183rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Iraqi percentage of family households with children in the United States is 28.8%, which is fair, ranking it 79th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Iraqi percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 46.7%, which is good, ranking it 173rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi average family size in the United States?
Iraqi average family size in the United States is 3.26, which is poor, ranking it 174th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi percentage of single father households in the United States?
Iraqi percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 105th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Iraqi percentage of single mother households in the United States is 6.4%, which is good, ranking it 171st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Iraqi percentage of population currently married in the United States is 46.7%, which is good, ranking it 176th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Iraqi percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.0%, which is good, ranking it 133rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Iraqi percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 27.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 54th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Iraqi percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 11.6%, which is good, ranking it 195th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Iraqi percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 11.2%, which is good, ranking it 193rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Iraqi percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Iraqi percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 12.0%, which is good, ranking it 199th 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.