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SOCIAL INDEX
56.2/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
232nd/ 347
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Liberian Geographic Distribution
Liberian Income
In terms of income, Liberians residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (21.3%), household income with householder over the age of 65 ($51,059), and median female earnings ($35,102), but there is room for improvement in median male earnings ($45,143), household income with householder between the ages 25 and 44 ($75,547), and median family income ($84,221).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 34.0 /100 | #268 | Fair $35,424 |
| Median Family Income | 33.9 /100 | #261 | Fair $84,221 |
| Median Household Income | 35.0 /100 | #264 | Fair $70,223 |
| Median Earnings | 34.5 /100 | #254 | Fair $39,894 |
| Median Male Earnings | 31.4 /100 | #262 | Fair $45,143 |
| Median Female Earnings | 39.2 /100 | #227 | Fair $35,102 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 38.7 /100 | #314 | Fair $42,359 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 32.8 /100 | #278 | Fair $75,547 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 34.3 /100 | #257 | Fair $82,168 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 39.7 /100 | #256 | Fair $51,059 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 76.9 /100 | #38 | Good 21.3% |
Liberian Poverty
In terms of poverty, Liberians residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single males (12.4%), poverty level among married-couple families (5.4%), and poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (11.5%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among girls under the age of 16 (19.7%), poverty level among children under the age of 16 (19.5%), and poverty level among children under the age of 5 (20.3%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 67.0 /100 | #235 | Good 14.0% |
| Families | 69.9 /100 | #242 | Good 10.7% |
| Males | 70.1 /100 | #231 | Good 12.6% |
| Females | 66.6 /100 | #241 | Good 15.3% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 69.1 /100 | #190 | Good 20.6% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 70.7 /100 | #265 | Good 15.5% |
| Children Under 5 years | 62.5 /100 | #254 | Good 20.3% |
| Children Under 16 years | 61.4 /100 | #252 | Good 19.5% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 63.4 /100 | #237 | Good 19.2% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 61.0 /100 | #258 | Good 19.7% |
| Single Males | 86.2 /100 | #132 | Excellent 12.4% |
| Single Females | 69.5 /100 | #240 | Good 22.6% |
| Single Fathers | 74.6 /100 | #148 | Good 16.1% |
| Single Mothers | 76.0 /100 | #185 | Good 29.7% |
| Married Couples | 85.0 /100 | #198 | Excellent 5.4% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 78.2 /100 | #208 | Good 11.0% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 82.5 /100 | #137 | Excellent 11.5% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 70.9 /100 | #276 | Good 14.6% |
Liberian Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Liberians residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (5.7%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (4.9%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (6.7%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (10.8%), unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (10.1%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (6.2%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 88.3 /100 | #233 | Excellent 5.7% |
| Males | 91.3 /100 | #233 | Exceptional 5.8% |
| Females | 84.5 /100 | #227 | Excellent 5.6% |
| Youth < 25 | 87.4 /100 | #227 | Excellent 12.4% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 87.6 /100 | #162 | Excellent 18.4% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 90.0 /100 | #198 | Excellent 10.6% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 92.2 /100 | #156 | Exceptional 6.7% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 92.8 /100 | #191 | Exceptional 5.7% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 90.3 /100 | #226 | Exceptional 5.1% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 91.5 /100 | #159 | Exceptional 4.6% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 92.3 /100 | #205 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 88.4 /100 | #222 | Excellent 5.0% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 79.8 /100 | #324 | Good 6.2% |
| Seniors > 65 | 80.5 /100 | #325 | Excellent 6.0% |
| Seniors > 75 | 65.8 /100 | #324 | Good 10.8% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 82.8 /100 | #244 | Excellent 8.2% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 77.1 /100 | #301 | Good 10.1% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 80.2 /100 | #247 | Excellent 6.1% |
Liberian Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Liberians residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (86.3%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (85.4%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (80.8%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (40.6%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (77.5%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (86.0%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 88.2 /100 | #13 | Excellent 68.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 92.4 /100 | #17 | Exceptional 80.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 75.2 /100 | #41 | Good 40.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 84.7 /100 | #30 | Excellent 77.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 85.2 /100 | #13 | Excellent 86.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 99.3 /100 | #6 | Exceptional 86.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 93.7 /100 | #19 | Exceptional 85.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 85.6 /100 | #139 | Excellent 82.8% |
Liberian Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Liberians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (2.5%), percentage of births to unmarried women (38.0%), and percentage of population currently divorced or separated (12.7%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.29), percentage of single mother households (8.9%), and percentage of married-couple family households (41.0%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 32.6 /100 | #303 | Fair 62.6% |
| Family Households with Children | 34.3 /100 | #74 | Fair 28.8% |
| Married-couple Households | 30.0 /100 | #313 | Fair 41.0% |
| Average Family Size | 20.4 /100 | #140 | Fair 3.29 |
| Single Father Households | 78.1 /100 | #262 | Good 2.5% |
| Single Mother Households | 23.5 /100 | #333 | Fair 8.9% |
| Currently Married | 39.9 /100 | #295 | Fair 42.3% |
| Divorced or Separated | 49.2 /100 | #252 | Average 12.7% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 51.4 /100 | #291 | Average 38.0% |
Liberian Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Liberians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (11.9%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (88.1%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (52.1%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (5.4%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (17.4%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (52.1%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 84.2 /100 | #243 | Excellent 11.9% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 82.2 /100 | #246 | Excellent 88.1% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 65.2 /100 | #268 | Good 52.1% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 38.7 /100 | #278 | Fair 17.4% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 27.6 /100 | #282 | Fair 5.4% |
Liberian Education Level
In terms of education level, Liberians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 10th grade education (93.4%), percentage of population with at least 11th grade education (92.0%), and percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (90.4%), 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 (3.5%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (12.6%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 64.1 /100 | #251 | Good 2.3% |
| Nursery School | 50.9 /100 | #255 | Average 97.7% |
| Kindergarten | 50.6 /100 | #251 | Average 97.7% |
| 1st Grade | 55.6 /100 | #248 | Average 97.7% |
| 2nd Grade | 56.3 /100 | #244 | Average 97.6% |
| 3rd Grade | 50.2 /100 | #243 | Average 97.5% |
| 4th Grade | 60.1 /100 | #234 | Good 97.3% |
| 5th Grade | 62.8 /100 | #233 | Good 97.0% |
| 6th Grade | 54.4 /100 | #224 | Average 96.8% |
| 7th Grade | 62.6 /100 | #197 | Good 95.9% |
| 8th Grade | 62.3 /100 | #194 | Good 95.5% |
| 9th Grade | 70.6 /100 | #195 | Good 94.6% |
| 10th Grade | 73.5 /100 | #193 | Good 93.4% |
| 11th Grade | 72.2 /100 | #203 | Good 92.0% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 71.6 /100 | #205 | Good 90.4% |
| High School Diploma | 70.1 /100 | #204 | Good 88.4% |
| GED/Equivalency | 68.7 /100 | #208 | Good 84.7% |
| College, Under 1 year | 57.7 /100 | #231 | Average 62.5% |
| College, 1 year or more | 55.2 /100 | #230 | Average 56.4% |
| Associate's Degree | 52.2 /100 | #231 | Average 42.6% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 44.9 /100 | #240 | Average 33.8% |
| Master's Degree | 31.1 /100 | #246 | Fair 12.6% |
| Professional Degree | 24.0 /100 | #276 | Fair 3.5% |
| Doctorate Degree | 19.1 /100 | #260 | Poor 1.5% |
Liberian Disability
In terms of disability, Liberians 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 (2.8%), and percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (48.1%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with cognitive disability (18.4%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (12.8%), and percentage of females with a disability (12.3%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 62.7 /100 | #241 | Good 11.9% |
| Males | 65.8 /100 | #223 | Good 11.5% |
| Females | 61.2 /100 | #254 | Good 12.3% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 87.1 /100 | #182 | Excellent 1.2% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 62.2 /100 | #276 | Good 6.0% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 65.0 /100 | #243 | Good 6.7% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 49.5 /100 | #278 | Average 12.8% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 67.6 /100 | #277 | Good 25.7% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 79.3 /100 | #199 | Good 48.1% |
| Vision | 72.2 /100 | #224 | Good 2.2% |
| Hearing | 84.1 /100 | #109 | Excellent 2.8% |
| Cognitive | 38.5 /100 | #312 | Fair 18.4% |
| Ambulatory | 71.7 /100 | #207 | Good 6.2% |
| Self-Care | 67.9 /100 | #229 | Good 2.5% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Liberians in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Liberians in the United States are:
#1
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34
86.3%
(99.3/100)
#2
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 35 and 44
85.4%
(93.7/100)
#3
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34
5.7%
(92.8/100)
#4
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 64
80.8%
(92.4/100)
#5
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 55 and 59
4.9%
(92.3/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Liberians in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Liberians in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education
1.5%
(19.1/100)
#2
Average Family Size
3.29
(20.4/100)
#3
Percentage of Single Mother Households
8.9%
(23.5/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with at least Professional Degree Education
3.5%
(24.0/100)
#5
Percentage of Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available
5.4%
(27.6/100)
What is Liberian per capita income in the United States?
Liberian per capita income in the United States is $35,424, which is fair, ranking it 268th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian median family income in the United States?
Liberian median family income in the United States is $84,221, which is fair, ranking it 261st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian median household income in the United States?
Liberian median household income in the United States is $70,223, which is fair, ranking it 264th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian median earnings in the United States?
Liberian median earnings in the United States is $39,894, which is fair, ranking it 254th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian median male earnings in the United States?
Liberian median male earnings in the United States is $45,143, which is fair, ranking it 262nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian median female earnings in the United States?
Liberian median female earnings in the United States is $35,102, which is fair, ranking it 227th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Liberian wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 21.3%, which is good, ranking it 38th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian poverty level in the United States?
Liberian poverty level in the United States is 14.0%, which is good, ranking it 235th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian poverty level among families in the United States?
Liberian poverty level among families in the United States is 10.7%, which is good, ranking it 242nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian poverty level among males in the United States?
Liberian poverty level among males in the United States is 12.6%, which is good, ranking it 231st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian poverty level among females in the United States?
Liberian poverty level among females in the United States is 15.3%, which is good, ranking it 241st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Liberian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 19.5%, which is good, ranking it 252nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian poverty level among single males in the United States?
Liberian poverty level among single males in the United States is 12.4%, which is excellent, ranking it 132nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian poverty level among single females in the United States?
Liberian poverty level among single females in the United States is 22.6%, which is good, ranking it 240th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Liberian poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 16.1%, which is good, ranking it 148th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Liberian poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 29.7%, which is good, ranking it 185th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Liberian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 14.6%, which is good, ranking it 276th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian unemployment in the United States?
Liberian unemployment in the United States is 5.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 233rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Liberian unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.8%, which is exceptional, ranking it 233rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Liberian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.6%, which is excellent, ranking it 227th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian percentage of family households in the United States?
Liberian percentage of family households in the United States is 62.6%, which is fair, ranking it 303rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Liberian percentage of family households with children in the United States is 28.8%, which is fair, ranking it 74th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Liberian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 41.0%, which is fair, ranking it 313th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian average family size in the United States?
Liberian average family size in the United States is 3.29, which is fair, ranking it 140th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian percentage of single father households in the United States?
Liberian percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.5%, which is good, ranking it 262nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Liberian percentage of single mother households in the United States is 8.9%, which is fair, ranking it 333rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Liberian percentage of population currently married in the United States is 42.3%, which is fair, ranking it 295th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Liberian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.7%, which is average, ranking it 252nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Liberian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 38.0%, which is average, ranking it 291st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Liberian percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 11.9%, which is good, ranking it 241st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Liberian percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 11.5%, which is good, ranking it 223rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Liberian percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Liberian percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 12.3%, which is good, ranking it 254th 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.