In terms of income, Pennsylvania Germans residing in the United States exhibit better household income with householder under the age of 25 ($45,571), household income with householder between the ages 25 and 44 ($78,866), and household income with householder between the ages 45 and 64 ($84,374), but there is room for improvement in median female earnings ($31,824), median earnings ($39,055), and per capita income ($34,620).

Income Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Per Capita Income	31.1 /100 \| #277	Fair $34,620
Median Family Income	34.2 /100 \| #260	Fair $84,412
Median Household Income	34.3 /100 \| #271	Fair $69,840
Median Earnings	31.0 /100 \| #269	Fair $39,055
Median Male Earnings	36.4 /100 \| #237	Fair $46,812
Median Female Earnings	19.3 /100 \| #306	Poor $31,824
Householder Age \| Under 25 years	51.0 /100 \| #245	Average $45,571
Householder Age \| 25 - 44 years	38.0 /100 \| #248	Fair $78,866
Householder Age \| 45 - 64 years	37.7 /100 \| #238	Fair $84,374
Householder Age \| Over 65 years	33.2 /100 \| #300	Fair $48,886
Wage/Income Gap	32.5 /100 \| #342	Fair 31.0%

Pennsylvania German Poverty

In terms of poverty, Pennsylvania Germans residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (9.3%), poverty level among married-couple families (5.0%), and poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (11.2%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among single mothers (34.0%), poverty level among single fathers (19.8%), and poverty level among single females (24.1%).

Poverty Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Poverty	80.0 /100 \| #144	Excellent 12.1%
Families	82.9 /100 \| #153	Excellent 8.8%
Males	80.5 /100 \| #153	Excellent 11.1%
Females	80.3 /100 \| #147	Excellent 13.1%
Females 18 to 24 years	70.7 /100 \| #168	Good 20.3%
Females 25 to 34 years	71.4 /100 \| #257	Good 15.4%
Children Under 5 years	63.4 /100 \| #244	Good 20.1%
Children Under 16 years	70.5 /100 \| #205	Good 17.5%
Boys Under 16 years	68.9 /100 \| #207	Good 18.0%
Girls Under 16 years	70.3 /100 \| #206	Good 17.7%
Single Males	72.8 /100 \| #306	Good 15.4%
Single Females	62.0 /100 \| #276	Good 24.1%
Single Fathers	58.0 /100 \| #317	Average 19.8%
Single Mothers	57.7 /100 \| #300	Average 34.0%
Married Couples	89.1 /100 \| #136	Excellent 5.0%
Seniors Over 65 years	91.9 /100 \| #51	Exceptional 9.3%
Seniors Over 75 years	85.2 /100 \| #85	Excellent 11.2%
Receiving Food Stamps	83.4 /100 \| #166	Excellent 11.3%

Pennsylvania German Unemployment

In terms of unemployment, Pennsylvania Germans residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among males (4.9%), unemployment (4.8%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (4.7%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (10.8%), unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 6 (10.7%), and unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (10.8%).

Unemployment Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Unemployment	96.0 /100 \| #13	Exceptional 4.8%
Males	97.1 /100 \| #24	Exceptional 4.9%
Females	92.2 /100 \| #40	Exceptional 4.9%
Youth < 25	93.6 /100 \| #36	Exceptional 11.3%
Age \| 16 to 19 years	93.4 /100 \| #26	Exceptional 16.9%
Age \| 20 to 24 years	90.0 /100 \| #200	Excellent 10.6%
Age \| 25 to 29 years	86.9 /100 \| #255	Excellent 7.4%
Age \| 30 to 34 years	87.7 /100 \| #274	Excellent 6.4%
Age \| 35 to 44 years	92.7 /100 \| #176	Exceptional 4.8%
Age \| 45 to 54 years	94.5 /100 \| #47	Exceptional 4.3%
Age \| 55 to 59 years	94.5 /100 \| #72	Exceptional 4.7%
Age \| 60 to 64 years	90.7 /100 \| #115	Exceptional 4.8%
Age \| 65 to 74 years	81.3 /100 \| #306	Excellent 6.0%
Seniors > 65	84.2 /100 \| #273	Excellent 5.6%
Seniors > 75	66.2 /100 \| #323	Good 10.8%
Women w/ Children < 6	67.5 /100 \| #329	Good 10.7%
Women w/ Children 6 to 17	71.9 /100 \| #323	Good 10.8%
Women w/ Children < 18	83.9 /100 \| #198	Excellent 5.8%

Pennsylvania German Labor Participation

In terms of labor participation, Pennsylvania Germans residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (45.8%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (78.1%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (81.6%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (63.6%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (83.6%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (82.6%).

Labor Participation Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
In Labor Force \| Age > 16	54.7 /100 \| #304	Average 63.6%
In Labor Force \| Age 20-64	74.8 /100 \| #268	Good 78.3%
In Labor Force \| Age 16-19	100 /100 \| #1	Exceptional 45.8%
In Labor Force \| Age 20-24	88.1 /100 \| #19	Excellent 78.1%
In Labor Force \| Age 25-29	69.8 /100 \| #249	Good 83.6%
In Labor Force \| Age 30-34	71.8 /100 \| #294	Good 82.6%
In Labor Force \| Age 35-44	73.9 /100 \| #287	Good 82.8%
In Labor Force \| Age 45-54	77.7 /100 \| #246	Good 81.6%

Pennsylvania German Family Structure

In terms of family structure, Pennsylvania Germans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population currently married (49.8%), percentage of married-couple family households (50.5%), and percentage of single father households (2.5%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.19), percentage of family households with children (27.5%), and percentage of family households (66.4%).

Family Structure Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Family Households	55.5 /100 \| #60	Average 66.4%
Family Households with Children	25.2 /100 \| #200	Fair 27.5%
Married-couple Households	86.2 /100 \| #10	Excellent 50.5%
Average Family Size	11.8 /100 \| #259	Poor 3.19
Single Father Households	80.7 /100 \| #236	Excellent 2.5%
Single Mother Households	78.2 /100 \| #116	Good 5.9%
Currently Married	87.0 /100 \| #14	Excellent 49.8%
Divorced or Separated	56.9 /100 \| #183	Average 12.3%
Births to Unmarried Women	61.2 /100 \| #239	Good 34.7%

Pennsylvania German Vehicle Availability

In terms of vehicle availability, Pennsylvania Germans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (10.6%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (89.6%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (59.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (7.6%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (22.6%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (59.0%).

Vehicle Availability Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
No Vehicles Available	87.3 /100 \| #192	Excellent 10.6%
1+ Vehicles Available	86.3 /100 \| #181	Excellent 89.6%
2+ Vehicles Available	85.3 /100 \| #58	Excellent 59.0%
3+ Vehicles Available	63.3 /100 \| #52	Good 22.6%
4+ Vehicles Available	50.7 /100 \| #55	Average 7.6%

Pennsylvania German Education Level

In terms of education level, Pennsylvania Germans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with no schooling (1.4%), percentage of population with at least 5th grade education (98.3%), and percentage of population with at least 4th grade education (98.5%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least professional degree education (2.9%), percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (1.3%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (10.5%).

Education Level Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
No Schooling Completed	95.1 /100 \| #26	Exceptional 1.4%
Nursery School	77.7 /100 \| #24	Good 98.7%
Kindergarten	77.4 /100 \| #24	Good 98.7%
1st Grade	84.8 /100 \| #24	Excellent 98.7%
2nd Grade	85.9 /100 \| #26	Excellent 98.6%
3rd Grade	77.2 /100 \| #24	Good 98.6%
4th Grade	92.5 /100 \| #17	Exceptional 98.5%
5th Grade	93.3 /100 \| #18	Exceptional 98.3%
6th Grade	80.1 /100 \| #15	Excellent 98.2%
7th Grade	84.1 /100 \| #12	Excellent 97.6%
8th Grade	83.1 /100 \| #13	Excellent 97.4%
9th Grade	58.4 /100 \| #277	Average 93.6%
10th Grade	60.7 /100 \| #276	Good 92.1%
11th Grade	57.8 /100 \| #283	Average 90.5%
12th Grade, No Diploma	57.1 /100 \| #280	Average 88.6%
High School Diploma	60.1 /100 \| #256	Good 87.0%
GED/Equivalency	56.9 /100 \| #264	Average 82.9%
College, Under 1 year	30.1 /100 \| #333	Fair 54.2%
College, 1 year or more	29.5 /100 \| #338	Fair 48.1%
Associate's Degree	35.2 /100 \| #321	Fair 36.7%
Bachelor's Degree	26.8 /100 \| #321	Fair 27.8%
Master's Degree	17.0 /100 \| #323	Poor 10.5%
Professional Degree	12.2 /100 \| #336	Poor 2.9%
Doctorate Degree	13.2 /100 \| #311	Poor 1.3%

Pennsylvania German Disability

In terms of disability, Pennsylvania Germans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (47.7%), percentage of population with cognitive disability (16.5%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 65 and 75 (24.1%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability (13.1%), percentage of males with a disability (13.0%), and percentage of females with a disability (13.3%).

Disability Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Disability	45.9 /100 \| #306	Average 13.1%
Males	46.9 /100 \| #305	Average 13.0%
Females	47.0 /100 \| #309	Average 13.3%
Age \| Under 5 years	66.5 /100 \| #339	Good 2.0%
Age \| 5 to 17 years	51.7 /100 \| #325	Average 6.5%
Age \| 18 to 34 years	49.6 /100 \| #315	Average 7.6%
Age \| 35 to 64 years	47.6 /100 \| #285	Average 13.0%
Age \| 65 to 74 years	74.8 /100 \| #221	Good 24.1%
Age \| Over 75 years	80.9 /100 \| #173	Excellent 47.7%
Vision	73.2 /100 \| #215	Good 2.2%
Hearing	58.9 /100 \| #305	Average 3.7%
Cognitive	80.8 /100 \| #68	Excellent 16.5%
Ambulatory	59.3 /100 \| #296	Average 6.8%
Self-Care	69.6 /100 \| #208	Good 2.5%

Common Questions

What are the strongest characteristics of Pennsylvania Germans in the United States?

The strongest characteristics of Pennsylvania Germans in the United States are:

Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 16 and 19

45.8%

(100/100)

Unemployment Rate Among Males

4.9%

(97.1/100)

Unemployment

4.8%

(96.0/100)

Percentage of Population with No Schooling

1.4%

(95.1/100)

Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 55 and 59

4.7%

(94.5/100)

What are the most vital challenges facing Pennsylvania Germans in the United States?

The most vital challenges facing Pennsylvania Germans in the United States are:

Average Family Size

3.19

(11.8/100)

Percentage of Population with at least Professional Degree Education

2.9%

(12.2/100)

Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education

1.3%

(13.2/100)

Percentage of Population with at least Master's Degree Education

10.5%

(17.0/100)

Median Female Earnings

$31,824

(19.3/100)

What is Pennsylvania German per capita income in the United States?

Pennsylvania German per capita income in the United States is $34,620, which is fair, ranking it 277th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German median family income in the United States?

Pennsylvania German median family income in the United States is $84,412, which is fair, ranking it 260th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German median household income in the United States?

Pennsylvania German median household income in the United States is $69,840, which is fair, ranking it 271st out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German median earnings in the United States?

Pennsylvania German median earnings in the United States is $39,055, which is fair, ranking it 269th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German median male earnings in the United States?

Pennsylvania German median male earnings in the United States is $46,812, which is fair, ranking it 237th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German median female earnings in the United States?

Pennsylvania German median female earnings in the United States is $31,824, which is poor, ranking it 306th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German wage/income gap percentage in the United States?

Pennsylvania German wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 31.0%, which is fair, ranking it 342nd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German poverty level in the United States?

Pennsylvania German poverty level in the United States is 12.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 144th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German poverty level among families in the United States?

Pennsylvania German poverty level among families in the United States is 8.8%, which is excellent, ranking it 153rd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German poverty level among males in the United States?

Pennsylvania German poverty level among males in the United States is 11.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 153rd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German poverty level among females in the United States?

Pennsylvania German poverty level among females in the United States is 13.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 147th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?

Pennsylvania German poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 17.5%, which is good, ranking it 205th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German poverty level among single males in the United States?

Pennsylvania German poverty level among single males in the United States is 15.4%, which is good, ranking it 306th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German poverty level among single females in the United States?

Pennsylvania German poverty level among single females in the United States is 24.1%, which is good, ranking it 276th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German poverty level among single fathers in the United States?

Pennsylvania German poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 19.8%, which is average, ranking it 317th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German poverty level among single mothers in the United States?

Pennsylvania German poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 34.0%, which is average, ranking it 300th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?

Pennsylvania German percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 11.3%, which is excellent, ranking it 166th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German unemployment in the United States?

Pennsylvania German unemployment in the United States is 4.8%, which is exceptional, ranking it 13th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German unemployment rate among males in the United States?

Pennsylvania German unemployment rate among males in the United States is 4.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 24th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?

Pennsylvania German unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 4.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 40th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German percentage of family households in the United States?

Pennsylvania German percentage of family households in the United States is 66.4%, which is average, ranking it 60th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German percentage of family households with children in the United States?

Pennsylvania German percentage of family households with children in the United States is 27.5%, which is fair, ranking it 200th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?

Pennsylvania German percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 50.5%, which is excellent, ranking it 10th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German average family size in the United States?

Pennsylvania German average family size in the United States is 3.19, which is poor, ranking it 259th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German percentage of single father households in the United States?

Pennsylvania German percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.5%, which is excellent, ranking it 236th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German percentage of single mother households in the United States?

Pennsylvania German percentage of single mother households in the United States is 5.9%, which is good, ranking it 116th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German percentage of population currently married in the United States?

Pennsylvania German percentage of population currently married in the United States is 49.8%, which is excellent, ranking it 14th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?

Pennsylvania German percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.3%, which is average, ranking it 183rd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?

Pennsylvania German percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 34.7%, which is good, ranking it 239th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German percentage of population with a disability in the United States?

Pennsylvania German percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 13.1%, which is average, ranking it 306th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German percentage of males with a disability in the United States?

Pennsylvania German percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 13.0%, which is average, ranking it 305th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Pennsylvania German percentage of females with a disability in the United States?

Pennsylvania German percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 13.3%, which is average, ranking it 309th 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.

Pennsylvania German Social Profile

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