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SOCIAL INDEX
73.2/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
112th/ 347
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Paraguayan Geographic Distribution
Paraguayan Income
In terms of income, Paraguayans residing in the United States exhibit better household income with householder under the age of 25 ($55,614), per capita income ($50,385), and median female earnings ($43,173), but there is room for improvement in wage/income gap percentage (25.8%), household income with householder over the age of 65 ($64,443), and household income with householder between the ages 45 and 64 ($109,447).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 99.9 /100 | #53 | Exceptional $50,385 |
| Median Family Income | 99.7 /100 | #66 | Exceptional $114,016 |
| Median Household Income | 99.9 /100 | #53 | Exceptional $95,737 |
| Median Earnings | 99.9 /100 | #68 | Exceptional $51,068 |
| Median Male Earnings | 99.5 /100 | #77 | Exceptional $59,975 |
| Median Female Earnings | 99.9 /100 | #58 | Exceptional $43,173 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 100.0 /100 | #44 | Exceptional $55,614 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 99.9 /100 | #54 | Exceptional $106,615 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 99.0 /100 | #76 | Exceptional $109,447 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 97.4 /100 | #89 | Exceptional $64,443 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 46.7 /100 | #176 | Average 25.8% |
Paraguayan Poverty
In terms of poverty, Paraguayans residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single males (11.6%), poverty level among single fathers (15.2%), and poverty level among single mothers (27.2%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (12.7%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (11.4%), and poverty level among married-couple families (5.1%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 94.9 /100 | #94 | Exceptional 11.4% |
| Families | 91.2 /100 | #122 | Exceptional 8.3% |
| Males | 97.1 /100 | #70 | Exceptional 10.2% |
| Females | 93.0 /100 | #110 | Exceptional 12.6% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 94.6 /100 | #123 | Exceptional 19.4% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 99.6 /100 | #51 | Exceptional 12.0% |
| Children Under 5 years | 99.4 /100 | #59 | Exceptional 15.0% |
| Children Under 16 years | 95.7 /100 | #97 | Exceptional 14.7% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 96.8 /100 | #91 | Exceptional 14.9% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 95.7 /100 | #100 | Exceptional 15.0% |
| Single Males | 99.9 /100 | #51 | Exceptional 11.6% |
| Single Females | 99.5 /100 | #69 | Exceptional 19.3% |
| Single Fathers | 99.7 /100 | #67 | Exceptional 15.2% |
| Single Mothers | 99.6 /100 | #59 | Exceptional 27.2% |
| Married Couples | 61.5 /100 | #166 | Good 5.1% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 11.3 /100 | #209 | Poor 11.4% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 11.1 /100 | #201 | Poor 12.7% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 93.0 /100 | #124 | Exceptional 10.7% |
Paraguayan Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Paraguayans residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (4.2%), unemployment rate among males (4.9%), and unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 6 (7.0%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (10.2%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (19.4%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (5.1%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 98.3 /100 | #73 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Males | 99.5 /100 | #35 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Females | 93.2 /100 | #106 | Exceptional 5.1% |
| Youth < 25 | 27.2 /100 | #195 | Fair 11.7% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 0.0 /100 | #275 | Tragic 19.4% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 88.6 /100 | #118 | Excellent 10.1% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 60.4 /100 | #161 | Good 6.6% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 96.4 /100 | #71 | Exceptional 5.1% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 99.6 /100 | #21 | Exceptional 4.2% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 98.6 /100 | #70 | Exceptional 4.3% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 0.3 /100 | #253 | Tragic 5.1% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 97.7 /100 | #104 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 0.9 /100 | #246 | Tragic 5.6% |
| Seniors > 65 | 0.5 /100 | #254 | Tragic 5.4% |
| Seniors > 75 | 62.2 /100 | #164 | Good 8.7% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 99.4 /100 | #68 | Exceptional 7.0% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 0.0 /100 | #306 | Tragic 10.2% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 94.8 /100 | #85 | Exceptional 5.2% |
Paraguayan Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Paraguayans residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (85.9%), labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (66.5%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (85.8%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (33.8%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (73.7%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (83.5%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 99.9 /100 | #52 | Exceptional 66.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 99.8 /100 | #36 | Exceptional 80.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 0.3 /100 | #279 | Tragic 33.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 0.8 /100 | #257 | Tragic 73.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 100.0 /100 | #27 | Exceptional 85.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 99.9 /100 | #31 | Exceptional 85.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 99.9 /100 | #25 | Exceptional 85.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 98.5 /100 | #57 | Exceptional 83.5% |
Paraguayan Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Paraguayans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (2.1%), percentage of population currently divorced or separated (11.5%), and percentage of single mother households (5.8%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of family households with children (27.1%), average family size (3.20), and percentage of family households (64.1%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 26.7 /100 | #188 | Fair 64.1% |
| Family Households with Children | 9.4 /100 | #222 | Tragic 27.1% |
| Married-couple Households | 78.7 /100 | #149 | Good 47.0% |
| Average Family Size | 16.3 /100 | #205 | Poor 3.20 |
| Single Father Households | 99.9 /100 | #65 | Exceptional 2.1% |
| Single Mother Households | 95.8 /100 | #107 | Exceptional 5.8% |
| Currently Married | 77.8 /100 | #137 | Good 47.2% |
| Divorced or Separated | 99.7 /100 | #71 | Exceptional 11.5% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 93.5 /100 | #108 | Exceptional 29.7% |
Paraguayan Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Paraguayans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (16.6%), percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (4.9%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (50.3%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (85.7%), percentage of households with no vehicle available (14.4%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (50.3%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 0.0 /100 | #295 | Tragic 14.4% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 0.0 /100 | #297 | Tragic 85.7% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 0.0 /100 | #298 | Tragic 50.3% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 0.0 /100 | #301 | Tragic 16.6% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 0.0 /100 | #308 | Tragic 4.9% |
Paraguayan Education Level
In terms of education level, Paraguayans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least professional degree education (5.9%), percentage of population with at least master's degree education (18.8%), and percentage of population with at least bachelor's degree education (44.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least 8th grade education (95.5%), percentage of population with at least 7th grade education (95.9%), and percentage of population with at least 3rd grade education (97.7%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 29.3 /100 | #193 | Fair 2.2% |
| Nursery School | 27.4 /100 | #193 | Fair 97.9% |
| Kindergarten | 29.6 /100 | #193 | Fair 97.9% |
| 1st Grade | 30.2 /100 | #192 | Fair 97.9% |
| 2nd Grade | 30.8 /100 | #191 | Fair 97.8% |
| 3rd Grade | 26.2 /100 | #196 | Fair 97.7% |
| 4th Grade | 28.9 /100 | #195 | Fair 97.4% |
| 5th Grade | 33.7 /100 | #188 | Fair 97.3% |
| 6th Grade | 26.6 /100 | #193 | Fair 96.9% |
| 7th Grade | 24.8 /100 | #198 | Fair 95.9% |
| 8th Grade | 22.6 /100 | #198 | Fair 95.5% |
| 9th Grade | 30.1 /100 | #193 | Fair 94.7% |
| 10th Grade | 45.3 /100 | #179 | Average 93.7% |
| 11th Grade | 68.7 /100 | #162 | Good 92.7% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 78.9 /100 | #150 | Good 91.5% |
| High School Diploma | 71.4 /100 | #151 | Good 89.5% |
| GED/Equivalency | 84.1 /100 | #140 | Excellent 86.5% |
| College, Under 1 year | 97.1 /100 | #98 | Exceptional 67.9% |
| College, 1 year or more | 98.8 /100 | #76 | Exceptional 62.9% |
| Associate's Degree | 99.8 /100 | #57 | Exceptional 51.8% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 99.9 /100 | #57 | Exceptional 44.0% |
| Master's Degree | 100.0 /100 | #48 | Exceptional 18.8% |
| Professional Degree | 100.0 /100 | #48 | Exceptional 5.9% |
| Doctorate Degree | 99.9 /100 | #65 | Exceptional 2.3% |
Paraguayan Disability
In terms of disability, Paraguayans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (45.0%), percentage of females with a disability (11.2%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 65 and 75 (20.5%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (2.0%), percentage of population with cognitive disability (16.8%), and percentage of population with vision disability (2.0%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 100.0 /100 | #32 | Exceptional 10.6% |
| Males | 99.9 /100 | #26 | Exceptional 10.1% |
| Females | 100.0 /100 | #41 | Exceptional 11.2% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 0.0 /100 | #336 | Tragic 2.0% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 99.9 /100 | #54 | Exceptional 5.1% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 99.7 /100 | #56 | Exceptional 5.9% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 99.8 /100 | #50 | Exceptional 9.8% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 100.0 /100 | #15 | Exceptional 20.5% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 100.0 /100 | #9 | Exceptional 45.0% |
| Vision | 98.3 /100 | #76 | Exceptional 2.0% |
| Hearing | 99.2 /100 | #50 | Exceptional 2.7% |
| Cognitive | 98.0 /100 | #103 | Exceptional 16.8% |
| Ambulatory | 99.9 /100 | #43 | Exceptional 5.5% |
| Self-Care | 99.9 /100 | #30 | Exceptional 2.3% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Paraguayans in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Paraguayans in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with at least Professional Degree Education
5.9%
(100.0/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with a Disability Over the Age of 75
45.0%
(100.0/100)
#3
Percentage of Females with a Disability
11.2%
(100.0/100)
#4
Household Income with Householder Under the Age of 25
$55,614
(100.0/100)
#5
Percentage of Population with a Disability Between the Ages 65 and 75
20.5%
(100.0/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Paraguayans in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Paraguayans in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with a Disability Under the Age of 5
2.0%
(0.0/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Women with Children Between the Ages 6 and 17
10.2%
(0.0/100)
#3
Percentage of Households with 1 or More Vehicles Available
85.7%
(0.0/100)
#4
Percentage of Households with No Vehicle Available
14.4%
(0.0/100)
#5
Percentage of Households with 2 or More Vehicles Available
50.3%
(0.0/100)
What is Paraguayan per capita income in the United States?
Paraguayan per capita income in the United States is $50,385, which is exceptional, ranking it 53rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan median family income in the United States?
Paraguayan median family income in the United States is $114,016, which is exceptional, ranking it 66th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan median household income in the United States?
Paraguayan median household income in the United States is $95,737, which is exceptional, ranking it 53rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan median earnings in the United States?
Paraguayan median earnings in the United States is $51,068, which is exceptional, ranking it 68th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan median male earnings in the United States?
Paraguayan median male earnings in the United States is $59,975, which is exceptional, ranking it 77th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan median female earnings in the United States?
Paraguayan median female earnings in the United States is $43,173, which is exceptional, ranking it 58th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Paraguayan wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 25.8%, which is average, ranking it 176th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan poverty level in the United States?
Paraguayan poverty level in the United States is 11.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 94th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan poverty level among families in the United States?
Paraguayan poverty level among families in the United States is 8.3%, which is exceptional, ranking it 122nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan poverty level among males in the United States?
Paraguayan poverty level among males in the United States is 10.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 70th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan poverty level among females in the United States?
Paraguayan poverty level among females in the United States is 12.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 110th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Paraguayan poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 14.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 97th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan poverty level among single males in the United States?
Paraguayan poverty level among single males in the United States is 11.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 51st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan poverty level among single females in the United States?
Paraguayan poverty level among single females in the United States is 19.3%, which is exceptional, ranking it 69th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Paraguayan poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 15.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 67th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Paraguayan poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 27.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 59th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Paraguayan percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 10.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 124th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan unemployment in the United States?
Paraguayan unemployment in the United States is 4.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 73rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Paraguayan unemployment rate among males in the United States is 4.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 35th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Paraguayan unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 106th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan percentage of family households in the United States?
Paraguayan percentage of family households in the United States is 64.1%, which is fair, ranking it 188th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Paraguayan percentage of family households with children in the United States is 27.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 222nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Paraguayan percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 47.0%, which is good, ranking it 149th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan average family size in the United States?
Paraguayan average family size in the United States is 3.20, which is poor, ranking it 205th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan percentage of single father households in the United States?
Paraguayan percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 65th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Paraguayan percentage of single mother households in the United States is 5.8%, which is exceptional, ranking it 107th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Paraguayan percentage of population currently married in the United States is 47.2%, which is good, ranking it 137th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Paraguayan percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 11.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 71st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Paraguayan percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 29.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 108th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Paraguayan percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 10.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 32nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Paraguayan percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 10.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 26th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Paraguayan percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Paraguayan percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 11.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 41st 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.