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SOCIAL INDEX
39.9/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
202nd/ 347
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Samoan Geographic Distribution
Samoan Income
In terms of income, Samoans residing in the United States exhibit better household income with householder under the age of 25 ($54,610), household income with householder over the age of 65 ($65,427), and median household income ($86,498), but there is room for improvement in median female earnings ($37,498), per capita income ($39,826), and median earnings ($44,206).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 1.3 /100 | #251 | Tragic $39,826 |
| Median Family Income | 23.3 /100 | #196 | Fair $100,344 |
| Median Household Income | 71.0 /100 | #157 | Good $86,498 |
| Median Earnings | 4.2 /100 | #241 | Tragic $44,206 |
| Median Male Earnings | 4.6 /100 | #228 | Tragic $51,389 |
| Median Female Earnings | 1.0 /100 | #256 | Tragic $37,498 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 99.7 /100 | #69 | Exceptional $54,610 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 23.0 /100 | #193 | Fair $92,385 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 65.3 /100 | #166 | Good $101,580 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 99.1 /100 | #69 | Exceptional $65,427 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 38.6 /100 | #179 | Fair 26.0% |
Samoan Poverty
In terms of poverty, Samoans residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single fathers (13.8%), poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (18.2%), and poverty level among single males (11.7%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps (12.1%), poverty level among females between the ages 25 and 34 (13.5%), and poverty level among males (10.9%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 71.9 /100 | #151 | Good 12.0% |
| Families | 79.8 /100 | #152 | Good 8.6% |
| Males | 71.8 /100 | #144 | Good 10.9% |
| Females | 73.6 /100 | #152 | Good 13.1% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 100.0 /100 | #50 | Exceptional 18.2% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 56.8 /100 | #169 | Average 13.5% |
| Children Under 5 years | 83.0 /100 | #143 | Excellent 16.5% |
| Children Under 16 years | 77.3 /100 | #154 | Good 15.6% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 83.2 /100 | #145 | Excellent 15.7% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 84.2 /100 | #146 | Excellent 15.7% |
| Single Males | 99.9 /100 | #52 | Exceptional 11.7% |
| Single Females | 76.0 /100 | #155 | Good 20.6% |
| Single Fathers | 100.0 /100 | #8 | Exceptional 13.8% |
| Single Mothers | 88.1 /100 | #139 | Excellent 28.5% |
| Married Couples | 90.2 /100 | #134 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 98.0 /100 | #70 | Exceptional 10.0% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 98.7 /100 | #49 | Exceptional 11.1% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 31.0 /100 | #192 | Fair 12.1% |
Samoan Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Samoans residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (8.4%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (17.2%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (6.6%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (5.0%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (5.8%), and unemployment rate amomg seniors over the age of 65 (5.3%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 7.1 /100 | #226 | Tragic 5.5% |
| Males | 4.9 /100 | #215 | Tragic 5.5% |
| Females | 10.6 /100 | #213 | Poor 5.4% |
| Youth < 25 | 7.4 /100 | #215 | Tragic 11.9% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 83.7 /100 | #135 | Excellent 17.2% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 45.4 /100 | #175 | Average 10.3% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 64.6 /100 | #152 | Good 6.6% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 2.5 /100 | #225 | Tragic 5.8% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 1.8 /100 | #228 | Tragic 5.0% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 58.5 /100 | #164 | Average 4.5% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 47.1 /100 | #176 | Average 4.8% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 53.6 /100 | #171 | Average 4.9% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 5.7 /100 | #218 | Tragic 5.5% |
| Seniors > 65 | 4.2 /100 | #229 | Tragic 5.3% |
| Seniors > 75 | 5.7 /100 | #227 | Tragic 9.1% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 8.4 /100 | #222 | Tragic 7.9% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 99.7 /100 | #74 | Exceptional 8.4% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 54.1 /100 | #170 | Average 5.4% |
Samoan Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Samoans residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (77.4%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (39.1%), and labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (65.5%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (83.3%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (83.3%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (83.2%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 90.5 /100 | #141 | Exceptional 65.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 2.9 /100 | #236 | Tragic 79.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 99.6 /100 | #86 | Exceptional 39.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 100.0 /100 | #46 | Exceptional 77.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 0.0 /100 | #275 | Tragic 83.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 0.0 /100 | #281 | Tragic 83.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 0.0 /100 | #277 | Tragic 83.2% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 0.6 /100 | #243 | Tragic 81.8% |
Samoan Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Samoans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of family households (67.9%), percentage of family households with children (29.5%), and average family size (3.42), but there is room for improvement in percentage of single father households (2.6%), percentage of single mother households (6.5%), and percentage of births to unmarried women (32.6%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 100.0 /100 | #19 | Exceptional 67.9% |
| Family Households with Children | 100.0 /100 | #28 | Exceptional 29.5% |
| Married-couple Households | 99.4 /100 | #50 | Exceptional 48.7% |
| Average Family Size | 100.0 /100 | #30 | Exceptional 3.42 |
| Single Father Households | 0.1 /100 | #279 | Tragic 2.6% |
| Single Mother Households | 21.2 /100 | #191 | Fair 6.5% |
| Currently Married | 59.8 /100 | #165 | Average 46.8% |
| Divorced or Separated | 64.3 /100 | #162 | Good 12.0% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 21.9 /100 | #195 | Fair 32.6% |
Samoan Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Samoans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (9.2%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (25.0%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (61.5%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (92.4%), percentage of households with no vehicle available (7.6%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (61.5%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #28 | Exceptional 7.6% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #31 | Exceptional 92.4% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #13 | Exceptional 61.5% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #8 | Exceptional 25.0% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #9 | Exceptional 9.2% |
Samoan Education Level
In terms of education level, Samoans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 11th grade education (92.3%), percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (90.8%), and percentage of population with at least 10th grade education (93.4%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least master's degree education (11.5%), percentage of population with at least professional degree education (3.3%), and percentage of population with at least bachelor's degree education (31.8%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 8.2 /100 | #214 | Tragic 2.3% |
| Nursery School | 6.3 /100 | #217 | Tragic 97.8% |
| Kindergarten | 6.9 /100 | #216 | Tragic 97.8% |
| 1st Grade | 6.8 /100 | #217 | Tragic 97.7% |
| 2nd Grade | 7.1 /100 | #214 | Tragic 97.7% |
| 3rd Grade | 6.9 /100 | #216 | Tragic 97.5% |
| 4th Grade | 6.8 /100 | #216 | Tragic 97.3% |
| 5th Grade | 8.5 /100 | #211 | Tragic 97.1% |
| 6th Grade | 11.0 /100 | #208 | Poor 96.8% |
| 7th Grade | 7.0 /100 | #221 | Tragic 95.7% |
| 8th Grade | 8.4 /100 | #216 | Tragic 95.4% |
| 9th Grade | 17.3 /100 | #206 | Poor 94.6% |
| 10th Grade | 19.5 /100 | #207 | Poor 93.4% |
| 11th Grade | 25.1 /100 | #200 | Fair 92.3% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 20.4 /100 | #198 | Fair 90.8% |
| High School Diploma | 14.0 /100 | #210 | Poor 88.5% |
| GED/Equivalency | 13.7 /100 | #206 | Poor 84.9% |
| College, Under 1 year | 3.3 /100 | #228 | Tragic 63.0% |
| College, 1 year or more | 1.6 /100 | #237 | Tragic 56.2% |
| Associate's Degree | 0.2 /100 | #266 | Tragic 41.1% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0.1 /100 | #275 | Tragic 31.8% |
| Master's Degree | 0.1 /100 | #298 | Tragic 11.5% |
| Professional Degree | 0.1 /100 | #307 | Tragic 3.3% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.2 /100 | #294 | Tragic 1.4% |
Samoan Disability
In terms of disability, Samoans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability between the ages 5 and 17 (5.5%), percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.2%), and percentage of population with vision disability (2.2%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (49.5%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 65 and 75 (25.4%), and percentage of population with cognitive disability (17.9%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 2.6 /100 | #230 | Tragic 12.2% |
| Males | 1.1 /100 | #243 | Tragic 11.9% |
| Females | 13.4 /100 | #215 | Poor 12.4% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 77.7 /100 | #146 | Good 1.2% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 81.9 /100 | #148 | Excellent 5.5% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 3.2 /100 | #232 | Tragic 7.0% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 2.8 /100 | #242 | Tragic 12.1% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 0.2 /100 | #262 | Tragic 25.4% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 0.0 /100 | #283 | Tragic 49.5% |
| Vision | 15.7 /100 | #205 | Poor 2.2% |
| Hearing | 1.1 /100 | #241 | Tragic 3.3% |
| Cognitive | 0.7 /100 | #247 | Tragic 17.9% |
| Ambulatory | 12.1 /100 | #211 | Poor 6.3% |
| Self-Care | 5.1 /100 | #212 | Tragic 2.6% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Samoans in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Samoans in the United States are:
#1
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 16 and 19
41.9%
(100.0/100)
#2
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 24
77.5%
(100.0/100)
#3
Percentage of Households with 2 or More Vehicles Available
59.8%
(100.0/100)
#4
Percentage of Households with 1 or More Vehicles Available
92.3%
(99.9/100)
#5
Percentage of Households with No Vehicle Available
7.8%
(99.9/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Samoans in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Samoans in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with a Disability Under the Age of 5
1.5%
(0.0/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with Hearing Disability
3.6%
(0.0/100)
#3
Percentage of Population with a Disability Between the Ages 18 and 35
7.4%
(0.1/100)
#4
Percentage of Males with a Disability
12.3%
(0.1/100)
#5
Average Family Size
3.13
(0.1/100)
What is Samoan per capita income in the United States?
Samoan per capita income in the United States is $39,826, which is tragic, ranking it 251st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan median family income in the United States?
Samoan median family income in the United States is $100,344, which is fair, ranking it 196th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan median household income in the United States?
Samoan median household income in the United States is $86,498, which is good, ranking it 157th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan median earnings in the United States?
Samoan median earnings in the United States is $44,206, which is tragic, ranking it 241st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan median male earnings in the United States?
Samoan median male earnings in the United States is $51,389, which is tragic, ranking it 228th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan median female earnings in the United States?
Samoan median female earnings in the United States is $37,498, which is tragic, ranking it 256th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Samoan wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 26.0%, which is fair, ranking it 179th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan poverty level in the United States?
Samoan poverty level in the United States is 12.0%, which is good, ranking it 151st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan poverty level among families in the United States?
Samoan poverty level among families in the United States is 8.6%, which is good, ranking it 152nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan poverty level among males in the United States?
Samoan poverty level among males in the United States is 10.9%, which is good, ranking it 144th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan poverty level among females in the United States?
Samoan poverty level among females in the United States is 13.1%, which is good, ranking it 152nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Samoan poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 15.6%, which is good, ranking it 154th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan poverty level among single males in the United States?
Samoan poverty level among single males in the United States is 11.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 52nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan poverty level among single females in the United States?
Samoan poverty level among single females in the United States is 20.6%, which is good, ranking it 155th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Samoan poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 13.8%, which is exceptional, ranking it 8th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Samoan poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 28.5%, which is excellent, ranking it 139th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Samoan percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 12.1%, which is fair, ranking it 192nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan unemployment in the United States?
Samoan unemployment in the United States is 5.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 226th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Samoan unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 215th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Samoan unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.4%, which is poor, ranking it 213th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan percentage of family households in the United States?
Samoan percentage of family households in the United States is 67.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 19th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Samoan percentage of family households with children in the United States is 29.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 28th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Samoan percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 48.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 50th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan average family size in the United States?
Samoan average family size in the United States is 3.42, which is exceptional, ranking it 30th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan percentage of single father households in the United States?
Samoan percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 279th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Samoan percentage of single mother households in the United States is 6.5%, which is fair, ranking it 191st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Samoan percentage of population currently married in the United States is 46.8%, which is average, ranking it 165th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Samoan percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.0%, which is good, ranking it 162nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Samoan percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 32.6%, which is fair, ranking it 195th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Samoan percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 12.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 230th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Samoan percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 11.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 243rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Samoan percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Samoan percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 12.4%, which is poor, ranking it 215th 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.