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SOCIAL INDEX
85.2/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
50th/ 347
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New Zealander Geographic Distribution
New Zealander Income
In terms of income, New Zealanders residing in the United States exhibit better per capita income ($50,575), median earnings ($51,246), and household income with householder over the age of 65 ($67,333), but there is room for improvement in wage/income gap percentage (27.7%), household income with householder under the age of 25 ($53,294), and household income with householder between the ages 45 and 64 ($111,286).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 100.0 /100 | #49 | Exceptional $50,575 |
| Median Family Income | 99.8 /100 | #56 | Exceptional $115,230 |
| Median Household Income | 99.8 /100 | #57 | Exceptional $95,146 |
| Median Earnings | 99.9 /100 | #64 | Exceptional $51,246 |
| Median Male Earnings | 99.9 /100 | #58 | Exceptional $61,199 |
| Median Female Earnings | 99.7 /100 | #75 | Exceptional $42,446 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 93.7 /100 | #129 | Exceptional $53,294 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 99.7 /100 | #64 | Exceptional $105,085 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 99.6 /100 | #66 | Exceptional $111,286 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 99.9 /100 | #42 | Exceptional $67,333 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 1.0 /100 | #268 | Tragic 27.7% |
New Zealander Poverty
In terms of poverty, New Zealanders residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among married-couple families (4.4%), percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps (9.9%), and poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (10.0%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (21.7%), poverty level among single males (13.2%), and poverty level among single fathers (16.6%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 88.7 /100 | #121 | Excellent 11.7% |
| Families | 95.8 /100 | #100 | Exceptional 8.1% |
| Males | 82.9 /100 | #134 | Excellent 10.8% |
| Females | 90.6 /100 | #120 | Exceptional 12.7% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 0.2 /100 | #273 | Tragic 21.7% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 83.4 /100 | #141 | Excellent 13.1% |
| Children Under 5 years | 78.7 /100 | #149 | Good 16.6% |
| Children Under 16 years | 86.9 /100 | #140 | Excellent 15.3% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 82.4 /100 | #146 | Excellent 15.7% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 87.2 /100 | #140 | Excellent 15.6% |
| Single Males | 10.7 /100 | #221 | Poor 13.2% |
| Single Females | 53.2 /100 | #170 | Average 21.0% |
| Single Fathers | 13.7 /100 | #207 | Poor 16.6% |
| Single Mothers | 55.1 /100 | #170 | Average 29.1% |
| Married Couples | 99.4 /100 | #69 | Exceptional 4.4% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 97.7 /100 | #76 | Exceptional 10.0% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 86.3 /100 | #115 | Excellent 11.7% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 98.8 /100 | #74 | Exceptional 9.9% |
New Zealander Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, New Zealanders residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (6.0%), unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (8.1%), and unemployment (4.9%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among population between the ages 60 and 64 (4.9%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (5.3%), and unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 18 (5.3%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 98.6 /100 | #67 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Males | 97.3 /100 | #71 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Females | 97.4 /100 | #80 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Youth < 25 | 97.2 /100 | #74 | Exceptional 11.2% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 98.0 /100 | #75 | Exceptional 16.8% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 97.8 /100 | #85 | Exceptional 9.9% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 99.8 /100 | #25 | Exceptional 6.0% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 82.5 /100 | #119 | Excellent 5.3% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 90.3 /100 | #108 | Exceptional 4.5% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 91.9 /100 | #109 | Exceptional 4.4% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 96.3 /100 | #91 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 17.4 /100 | #206 | Poor 4.9% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 76.1 /100 | #143 | Good 5.3% |
| Seniors > 65 | 83.2 /100 | #138 | Excellent 5.1% |
| Seniors > 75 | 99.5 /100 | #88 | Exceptional 8.1% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 97.8 /100 | #93 | Exceptional 7.2% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 98.4 /100 | #100 | Exceptional 8.6% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 79.9 /100 | #135 | Good 5.3% |
New Zealander Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, New Zealanders residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (65.7%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (38.0%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (85.0%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (84.1%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (82.6%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (75.2%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 96.0 /100 | #121 | Exceptional 65.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 69.4 /100 | #154 | Good 79.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 95.6 /100 | #128 | Exceptional 38.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 65.4 /100 | #161 | Good 75.2% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 91.5 /100 | #110 | Exceptional 85.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 89.5 /100 | #133 | Excellent 85.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 16.2 /100 | #210 | Poor 84.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 32.7 /100 | #183 | Fair 82.6% |
New Zealander Family Structure
In terms of family structure, New Zealanders residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (2.1%), percentage of single mother households (5.6%), and percentage of population currently divorced or separated (11.9%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of family households (62.9%), average family size (3.15), and percentage of family households with children (27.1%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 0.1 /100 | #282 | Tragic 62.9% |
| Family Households with Children | 9.6 /100 | #221 | Tragic 27.1% |
| Married-couple Households | 85.3 /100 | #136 | Excellent 47.2% |
| Average Family Size | 0.6 /100 | #273 | Tragic 3.15 |
| Single Father Households | 99.7 /100 | #82 | Exceptional 2.1% |
| Single Mother Households | 98.2 /100 | #76 | Exceptional 5.6% |
| Currently Married | 84.9 /100 | #127 | Excellent 47.4% |
| Divorced or Separated | 87.5 /100 | #133 | Excellent 11.9% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 85.5 /100 | #132 | Excellent 30.3% |
New Zealander Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, New Zealanders residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (56.7%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (20.4%), and percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (90.1%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with no vehicle available (10.2%), percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (6.5%), and percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (90.1%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 65.1 /100 | #161 | Good 10.2% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 73.8 /100 | #153 | Good 90.1% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 91.8 /100 | #124 | Exceptional 56.7% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 91.3 /100 | #128 | Exceptional 20.4% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 73.3 /100 | #150 | Good 6.5% |
New Zealander Education Level
In terms of education level, New Zealanders residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (2.5%), percentage of population with at least professional degree education (6.0%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (18.3%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least ged/equivalency education (88.0%), percentage of population with at least 8th grade education (96.6%), and percentage of population with at least 7th grade education (96.8%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 99.7 /100 | #64 | Exceptional 1.7% |
| Nursery School | 99.7 /100 | #61 | Exceptional 98.4% |
| Kindergarten | 99.7 /100 | #62 | Exceptional 98.4% |
| 1st Grade | 99.7 /100 | #58 | Exceptional 98.4% |
| 2nd Grade | 99.7 /100 | #65 | Exceptional 98.3% |
| 3rd Grade | 99.6 /100 | #65 | Exceptional 98.2% |
| 4th Grade | 99.6 /100 | #67 | Exceptional 98.0% |
| 5th Grade | 99.6 /100 | #67 | Exceptional 97.9% |
| 6th Grade | 99.6 /100 | #66 | Exceptional 97.7% |
| 7th Grade | 99.6 /100 | #70 | Exceptional 96.8% |
| 8th Grade | 99.5 /100 | #71 | Exceptional 96.6% |
| 9th Grade | 99.8 /100 | #59 | Exceptional 95.9% |
| 10th Grade | 99.8 /100 | #56 | Exceptional 95.0% |
| 11th Grade | 99.9 /100 | #57 | Exceptional 94.0% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 99.7 /100 | #56 | Exceptional 92.8% |
| High School Diploma | 99.7 /100 | #51 | Exceptional 91.1% |
| GED/Equivalency | 99.4 /100 | #55 | Exceptional 88.0% |
| College, Under 1 year | 99.9 /100 | #44 | Exceptional 70.2% |
| College, 1 year or more | 99.9 /100 | #49 | Exceptional 64.6% |
| Associate's Degree | 99.8 /100 | #58 | Exceptional 51.8% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 99.9 /100 | #60 | Exceptional 44.0% |
| Master's Degree | 99.9 /100 | #60 | Exceptional 18.3% |
| Professional Degree | 100.0 /100 | #41 | Exceptional 6.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 100.0 /100 | #42 | Exceptional 2.5% |
New Zealander Disability
In terms of disability, New Zealanders residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with self-care disability (2.3%), percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (46.2%), and percentage of females with a disability (11.7%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (7.0%), percentage of population with hearing disability (3.2%), and percentage of population with cognitive disability (17.4%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 87.0 /100 | #138 | Excellent 11.5% |
| Males | 52.9 /100 | #170 | Average 11.2% |
| Females | 98.1 /100 | #108 | Exceptional 11.7% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 81.4 /100 | #139 | Excellent 1.2% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 95.0 /100 | #126 | Exceptional 5.4% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 2.7 /100 | #233 | Tragic 7.0% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 79.3 /100 | #151 | Good 11.0% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 79.9 /100 | #148 | Good 22.9% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 98.8 /100 | #81 | Exceptional 46.2% |
| Vision | 88.2 /100 | #132 | Excellent 2.1% |
| Hearing | 6.8 /100 | #219 | Tragic 3.2% |
| Cognitive | 21.1 /100 | #195 | Fair 17.4% |
| Ambulatory | 97.6 /100 | #104 | Exceptional 5.8% |
| Self-Care | 99.5 /100 | #59 | Exceptional 2.3% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of New Zealanders in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of New Zealanders in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education
2.5%
(100.0/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with at least Professional Degree Education
6.0%
(100.0/100)
#3
Per Capita Income
$50,575
(100.0/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with at least Master's Degree Education
18.3%
(99.9/100)
#5
Median Earnings
$51,246
(99.9/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing New Zealanders in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing New Zealanders in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Family Households
62.9%
(0.1/100)
#2
Poverty Level Among Females Between the Ages 18 and 24
21.7%
(0.2/100)
#3
Average Family Size
3.15
(0.6/100)
#4
Wage/Income Gap Percentage
27.7%
(1.0/100)
#5
Percentage of Population with a Disability Between the Ages 18 and 35
7.0%
(2.7/100)
What is New Zealander per capita income in the United States?
New Zealander per capita income in the United States is $50,575, which is exceptional, ranking it 49th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander median family income in the United States?
New Zealander median family income in the United States is $115,230, which is exceptional, ranking it 56th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander median household income in the United States?
New Zealander median household income in the United States is $95,146, which is exceptional, ranking it 57th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander median earnings in the United States?
New Zealander median earnings in the United States is $51,246, which is exceptional, ranking it 64th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander median male earnings in the United States?
New Zealander median male earnings in the United States is $61,199, which is exceptional, ranking it 58th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander median female earnings in the United States?
New Zealander median female earnings in the United States is $42,446, which is exceptional, ranking it 75th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
New Zealander wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 27.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 268th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander poverty level in the United States?
New Zealander poverty level in the United States is 11.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 121st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander poverty level among families in the United States?
New Zealander poverty level among families in the United States is 8.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 100th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander poverty level among males in the United States?
New Zealander poverty level among males in the United States is 10.8%, which is excellent, ranking it 134th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander poverty level among females in the United States?
New Zealander poverty level among females in the United States is 12.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 120th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
New Zealander poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 15.3%, which is excellent, ranking it 140th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander poverty level among single males in the United States?
New Zealander poverty level among single males in the United States is 13.2%, which is poor, ranking it 221st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander poverty level among single females in the United States?
New Zealander poverty level among single females in the United States is 21.0%, which is average, ranking it 170th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
New Zealander poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 16.6%, which is poor, ranking it 207th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
New Zealander poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 29.1%, which is average, ranking it 170th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
New Zealander percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 9.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 74th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander unemployment in the United States?
New Zealander unemployment in the United States is 4.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 67th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander unemployment rate among males in the United States?
New Zealander unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 71st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
New Zealander unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 80th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander percentage of family households in the United States?
New Zealander percentage of family households in the United States is 62.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 282nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander percentage of family households with children in the United States?
New Zealander percentage of family households with children in the United States is 27.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 221st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
New Zealander percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 47.2%, which is excellent, ranking it 136th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander average family size in the United States?
New Zealander average family size in the United States is 3.15, which is tragic, ranking it 273rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander percentage of single father households in the United States?
New Zealander percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 82nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander percentage of single mother households in the United States?
New Zealander percentage of single mother households in the United States is 5.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 76th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander percentage of population currently married in the United States?
New Zealander percentage of population currently married in the United States is 47.4%, which is excellent, ranking it 127th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
New Zealander percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 11.9%, which is excellent, ranking it 133rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
New Zealander percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 30.3%, which is excellent, ranking it 132nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
New Zealander percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 11.5%, which is excellent, ranking it 138th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
New Zealander percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 11.2%, which is average, ranking it 170th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is New Zealander percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
New Zealander percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 11.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 108th 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.