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SOCIAL INDEX
9.0/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
321st/ 347
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Native/Alaskan Geographic Distribution
Native/Alaskan Income
In terms of income, Natives/Alaskans residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (24.6%), household income with householder over the age of 65 ($52,081), and median male earnings ($44,775), but there is room for improvement in median female earnings ($33,806), per capita income ($33,279), and median family income ($80,908).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 0.0 /100 | #334 | Tragic $33,279 |
| Median Family Income | 0.0 /100 | #332 | Tragic $80,908 |
| Median Household Income | 0.0 /100 | #331 | Tragic $67,879 |
| Median Earnings | 0.0 /100 | #335 | Tragic $38,896 |
| Median Male Earnings | 0.0 /100 | #331 | Tragic $44,775 |
| Median Female Earnings | 0.0 /100 | #331 | Tragic $33,806 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 0.0 /100 | #306 | Tragic $47,704 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 0.0 /100 | #331 | Tragic $75,647 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 0.0 /100 | #328 | Tragic $79,816 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 0.0 /100 | #314 | Tragic $52,081 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 94.6 /100 | #123 | Exceptional 24.6% |
Native/Alaskan Poverty
In terms of poverty, Natives/Alaskans residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (15.5%), percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps (17.3%), and poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (14.2%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among females between the ages 25 and 34 (20.3%), poverty level among single males (19.6%), and poverty level among single fathers (22.4%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 0.0 /100 | #332 | Tragic 18.1% |
| Families | 0.0 /100 | #330 | Tragic 14.3% |
| Males | 0.0 /100 | #333 | Tragic 16.9% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #331 | Tragic 19.2% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 0.0 /100 | #328 | Tragic 25.4% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #335 | Tragic 20.3% |
| Children Under 5 years | 0.0 /100 | #333 | Tragic 25.6% |
| Children Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #330 | Tragic 23.8% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #329 | Tragic 24.0% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #332 | Tragic 24.0% |
| Single Males | 0.0 /100 | #332 | Tragic 19.6% |
| Single Females | 0.0 /100 | #331 | Tragic 28.2% |
| Single Fathers | 0.0 /100 | #333 | Tragic 22.4% |
| Single Mothers | 0.0 /100 | #330 | Tragic 36.6% |
| Married Couples | 0.0 /100 | #329 | Tragic 8.2% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 0.0 /100 | #311 | Tragic 14.2% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 0.0 /100 | #298 | Tragic 15.5% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 0.0 /100 | #321 | Tragic 17.3% |
Native/Alaskan Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Natives/Alaskans residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (10.2%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (6.0%), and unemployment rate amomg seniors over the age of 65 (5.8%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among males (7.7%), unemployment rate among youth under the age of 25 (14.5%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (13.0%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 0.0 /100 | #325 | Tragic 7.0% |
| Males | 0.0 /100 | #328 | Tragic 7.7% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #326 | Tragic 6.6% |
| Youth < 25 | 0.0 /100 | #316 | Tragic 14.5% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 0.0 /100 | #309 | Tragic 21.5% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 0.0 /100 | #322 | Tragic 13.0% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 0.0 /100 | #330 | Tragic 9.8% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #332 | Tragic 8.2% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 0.0 /100 | #332 | Tragic 7.3% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 0.0 /100 | #324 | Tragic 6.1% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 0.0 /100 | #326 | Tragic 6.0% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 0.0 /100 | #318 | Tragic 5.7% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 0.0 /100 | #326 | Tragic 6.0% |
| Seniors > 65 | 0.0 /100 | #322 | Tragic 5.8% |
| Seniors > 75 | 0.0 /100 | #316 | Tragic 10.2% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 0.0 /100 | #333 | Tragic 11.5% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 0.0 /100 | #333 | Tragic 11.5% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 0.0 /100 | #328 | Tragic 7.2% |
Native/Alaskan Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Natives/Alaskans residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (36.6%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (72.4%), and labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (60.6%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (60.6%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (73.9%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (79.3%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 0.0 /100 | #335 | Tragic 60.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 0.0 /100 | #333 | Tragic 73.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 49.0 /100 | #175 | Average 36.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 0.0 /100 | #302 | Tragic 72.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 0.0 /100 | #335 | Tragic 79.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 0.0 /100 | #336 | Tragic 79.2% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 0.0 /100 | #335 | Tragic 78.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 0.0 /100 | #333 | Tragic 77.1% |
Native/Alaskan Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Natives/Alaskans residing in the United States exhibit better average family size (3.45), percentage of family households (66.4%), and percentage of family households with children (28.4%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of single father households (3.2%), percentage of births to unmarried women (43.0%), and percentage of single mother households (8.0%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 100.0 /100 | #51 | Exceptional 66.4% |
| Family Households with Children | 99.8 /100 | #80 | Exceptional 28.4% |
| Married-couple Households | 0.1 /100 | #267 | Tragic 43.5% |
| Average Family Size | 100.0 /100 | #24 | Exceptional 3.45 |
| Single Father Households | 0.0 /100 | #333 | Tragic 3.2% |
| Single Mother Households | 0.0 /100 | #304 | Tragic 8.0% |
| Currently Married | 0.0 /100 | #288 | Tragic 42.8% |
| Divorced or Separated | 0.0 /100 | #297 | Tragic 13.0% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 0.0 /100 | #331 | Tragic 43.0% |
Native/Alaskan Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Natives/Alaskans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (8.2%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (22.7%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (57.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with no vehicle available (10.5%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (89.8%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (57.0%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 43.7 /100 | #183 | Average 10.5% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 59.5 /100 | #169 | Average 89.8% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 95.0 /100 | #119 | Exceptional 57.0% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #42 | Exceptional 22.7% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #31 | Exceptional 8.2% |
Native/Alaskan Education Level
In terms of education level, Natives/Alaskans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least kindergarten education (98.0%), percentage of population with at least 1st grade education (97.9%), and percentage of population with at least nursery school education (98.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least associate's degree education (34.9%), percentage of population with at least bachelor's degree education (26.3%), and percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (87.7%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 10.0 /100 | #210 | Tragic 2.2% |
| Nursery School | 48.6 /100 | #178 | Average 98.0% |
| Kindergarten | 51.0 /100 | #172 | Average 98.0% |
| 1st Grade | 50.0 /100 | #174 | Average 97.9% |
| 2nd Grade | 44.3 /100 | #180 | Average 97.9% |
| 3rd Grade | 35.2 /100 | #187 | Fair 97.7% |
| 4th Grade | 20.6 /100 | #199 | Fair 97.4% |
| 5th Grade | 18.0 /100 | #199 | Poor 97.2% |
| 6th Grade | 13.0 /100 | #205 | Poor 96.8% |
| 7th Grade | 4.2 /100 | #230 | Tragic 95.6% |
| 8th Grade | 2.3 /100 | #238 | Tragic 95.2% |
| 9th Grade | 0.4 /100 | #265 | Tragic 93.9% |
| 10th Grade | 0.1 /100 | #279 | Tragic 92.2% |
| 11th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #293 | Tragic 90.2% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 0.0 /100 | #306 | Tragic 87.7% |
| High School Diploma | 0.0 /100 | #298 | Tragic 85.6% |
| GED/Equivalency | 0.0 /100 | #311 | Tragic 80.9% |
| College, Under 1 year | 0.0 /100 | #321 | Tragic 56.6% |
| College, 1 year or more | 0.0 /100 | #330 | Tragic 50.2% |
| Associate's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #334 | Tragic 34.9% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #335 | Tragic 26.3% |
| Master's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #336 | Tragic 9.9% |
| Professional Degree | 0.0 /100 | #335 | Tragic 3.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0 /100 | #324 | Tragic 1.3% |
Native/Alaskan Disability
In terms of disability, Natives/Alaskans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with cognitive disability (18.1%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 5 and 17 (6.3%), and percentage of population with self-care disability (2.8%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.9%), percentage of population with vision disability (3.0%), and percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (53.1%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 0.0 /100 | #325 | Tragic 14.2% |
| Males | 0.0 /100 | #326 | Tragic 14.2% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #324 | Tragic 14.1% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 0.0 /100 | #334 | Tragic 1.9% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 0.0 /100 | #305 | Tragic 6.3% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #325 | Tragic 8.2% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 0.0 /100 | #326 | Tragic 15.3% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 0.0 /100 | #332 | Tragic 30.4% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 0.0 /100 | #332 | Tragic 53.1% |
| Vision | 0.0 /100 | #327 | Tragic 3.0% |
| Hearing | 0.0 /100 | #330 | Tragic 4.2% |
| Cognitive | 0.1 /100 | #289 | Tragic 18.1% |
| Ambulatory | 0.0 /100 | #327 | Tragic 7.5% |
| Self-Care | 0.0 /100 | #307 | Tragic 2.8% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Natives/Alaskans in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Natives/Alaskans in the United States are:
#1
Average Family Size
3.45
(100.0/100)
#2
Percentage of Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available
8.2%
(100.0/100)
#3
Percentage of Family Households
66.4%
(100.0/100)
#4
Percentage of Households with 3 or More Vehicles Available
22.7%
(100.0/100)
#5
Percentage of Family Households with Children
28.4%
(99.8/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Natives/Alaskans in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Natives/Alaskans in the United States are:
#1
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 45 and 54
77.1%
(0.0/100)
#2
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 35 and 44
78.9%
(0.0/100)
#3
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 64
73.9%
(0.0/100)
#4
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34
79.2%
(0.0/100)
#5
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Ages 16 and over
60.6%
(0.0/100)
What is Native/Alaskan per capita income in the United States?
Native/Alaskan per capita income in the United States is $33,279, which is tragic, ranking it 334th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan median family income in the United States?
Native/Alaskan median family income in the United States is $80,908, which is tragic, ranking it 332nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan median household income in the United States?
Native/Alaskan median household income in the United States is $67,879, which is tragic, ranking it 331st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan median earnings in the United States?
Native/Alaskan median earnings in the United States is $38,896, which is tragic, ranking it 335th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan median male earnings in the United States?
Native/Alaskan median male earnings in the United States is $44,775, which is tragic, ranking it 331st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan median female earnings in the United States?
Native/Alaskan median female earnings in the United States is $33,806, which is tragic, ranking it 331st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Native/Alaskan wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 24.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 123rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan poverty level in the United States?
Native/Alaskan poverty level in the United States is 18.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 332nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan poverty level among families in the United States?
Native/Alaskan poverty level among families in the United States is 14.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 330th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan poverty level among males in the United States?
Native/Alaskan poverty level among males in the United States is 16.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 333rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan poverty level among females in the United States?
Native/Alaskan poverty level among females in the United States is 19.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 331st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Native/Alaskan poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 23.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 330th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan poverty level among single males in the United States?
Native/Alaskan poverty level among single males in the United States is 19.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 332nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan poverty level among single females in the United States?
Native/Alaskan poverty level among single females in the United States is 28.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 331st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Native/Alaskan poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 22.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 333rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Native/Alaskan poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 36.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 330th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Native/Alaskan percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 17.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 321st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan unemployment in the United States?
Native/Alaskan unemployment in the United States is 7.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 325th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Native/Alaskan unemployment rate among males in the United States is 7.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 328th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Native/Alaskan unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 6.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 326th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan percentage of family households in the United States?
Native/Alaskan percentage of family households in the United States is 66.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 51st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Native/Alaskan percentage of family households with children in the United States is 28.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 80th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Native/Alaskan percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 43.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 267th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan average family size in the United States?
Native/Alaskan average family size in the United States is 3.45, which is exceptional, ranking it 24th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan percentage of single father households in the United States?
Native/Alaskan percentage of single father households in the United States is 3.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 333rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Native/Alaskan percentage of single mother households in the United States is 8.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 304th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Native/Alaskan percentage of population currently married in the United States is 42.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 288th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Native/Alaskan percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 13.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 297th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Native/Alaskan percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 43.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 331st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Native/Alaskan percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 14.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 325th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Native/Alaskan percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 14.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 326th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Native/Alaskan percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Native/Alaskan percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 14.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 324th 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.