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SOCIAL INDEX
65.7/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
189th/ 347
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Sierra Leonean Geographic Distribution
Sierra Leonean Income
In terms of income, Sierra Leoneans residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (19.6%), household income with householder over the age of 65 ($60,506), and median female earnings ($39,557), but there is room for improvement in median male earnings ($49,310), household income with householder between the ages 25 and 44 ($85,319), and per capita income ($39,826).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 49.9 /100 | #174 | Average $39,826 |
| Median Family Income | 51.4 /100 | #164 | Average $95,496 |
| Median Household Income | 53.9 /100 | #143 | Average $81,040 |
| Median Earnings | 52.0 /100 | #131 | Average $44,099 |
| Median Male Earnings | 43.9 /100 | #191 | Average $49,310 |
| Median Female Earnings | 66.4 /100 | #54 | Good $39,557 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 57.8 /100 | #176 | Average $47,357 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 47.9 /100 | #187 | Average $85,319 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 51.8 /100 | #166 | Average $93,505 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 68.0 /100 | #69 | Good $60,506 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 84.7 /100 | #17 | Excellent 19.6% |
Sierra Leonean Poverty
In terms of poverty, Sierra Leoneans residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single males (11.6%), poverty level among single mothers (27.2%), and poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (11.0%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among girls under the age of 16 (18.7%), poverty level among children under the age of 16 (18.2%), and poverty level among boys under the age of 16 (18.1%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 75.3 /100 | #199 | Good 12.8% |
| Families | 76.2 /100 | #213 | Good 9.8% |
| Males | 76.7 /100 | #190 | Good 11.7% |
| Females | 75.6 /100 | #199 | Good 13.9% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 77.3 /100 | #76 | Good 19.0% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 78.4 /100 | #197 | Good 14.0% |
| Children Under 5 years | 68.5 /100 | #215 | Good 18.9% |
| Children Under 16 years | 67.3 /100 | #224 | Good 18.2% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 68.3 /100 | #211 | Good 18.1% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 65.7 /100 | #231 | Good 18.7% |
| Single Males | 90.1 /100 | #51 | Exceptional 11.6% |
| Single Females | 83.8 /100 | #90 | Excellent 19.8% |
| Single Fathers | 73.4 /100 | #191 | Good 16.4% |
| Single Mothers | 86.4 /100 | #49 | Excellent 27.2% |
| Married Couples | 84.7 /100 | #201 | Excellent 5.5% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 85.4 /100 | #135 | Excellent 10.1% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 86.0 /100 | #71 | Excellent 11.0% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 80.0 /100 | #204 | Excellent 12.1% |
Sierra Leonean Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Sierra Leoneans residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (4.7%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (6.2%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 60 and 64 (5.0%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (9.8%), unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 18 (6.4%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (21.1%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 83.5 /100 | #286 | Excellent 6.2% |
| Males | 86.8 /100 | #288 | Excellent 6.4% |
| Females | 80.7 /100 | #263 | Excellent 5.9% |
| Youth < 25 | 76.6 /100 | #302 | Good 14.3% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 76.6 /100 | #290 | Good 21.1% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 79.7 /100 | #303 | Good 12.3% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 82.8 /100 | #297 | Excellent 8.0% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 89.2 /100 | #251 | Excellent 6.2% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 88.8 /100 | #253 | Excellent 5.3% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 90.6 /100 | #198 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 87.3 /100 | #308 | Excellent 5.5% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 89.1 /100 | #188 | Excellent 5.0% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 85.2 /100 | #206 | Excellent 5.5% |
| Seniors > 65 | 84.2 /100 | #274 | Excellent 5.6% |
| Seniors > 75 | 73.6 /100 | #259 | Good 9.8% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 81.5 /100 | #263 | Excellent 8.5% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 78.7 /100 | #287 | Good 9.8% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 76.1 /100 | #277 | Good 6.4% |
Sierra Leonean Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Sierra Leoneans residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (86.2%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (86.4%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (81.6%), but there is room for improvement in 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 (76.5%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (86.2%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 97.3 /100 | #5 | Exceptional 69.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 97.7 /100 | #5 | Exceptional 81.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 56.1 /100 | #147 | Average 36.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 78.4 /100 | #73 | Good 76.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 86.6 /100 | #7 | Excellent 86.2% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 99.7 /100 | #3 | Exceptional 86.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 100 /100 | #1 | Exceptional 86.2% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 97.2 /100 | #4 | Exceptional 84.6% |
Sierra Leonean Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Sierra Leoneans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (2.4%), percentage of births to unmarried women (36.1%), and percentage of population currently divorced or separated (12.4%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.34), percentage of family households with children (29.0%), and percentage of married-couple family households (42.1%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 38.8 /100 | #250 | Fair 63.6% |
| Family Households with Children | 35.7 /100 | #60 | Fair 29.0% |
| Married-couple Households | 36.5 /100 | #290 | Fair 42.1% |
| Average Family Size | 25.4 /100 | #95 | Fair 3.34 |
| Single Father Households | 81.7 /100 | #220 | Excellent 2.4% |
| Single Mother Households | 40.8 /100 | #288 | Average 7.9% |
| Currently Married | 44.3 /100 | #282 | Average 43.0% |
| Divorced or Separated | 54.7 /100 | #213 | Average 12.4% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 57.1 /100 | #255 | Average 36.1% |
Sierra Leonean Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Sierra Leoneans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (11.2%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (88.8%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (52.5%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (5.9%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (18.3%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (52.5%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 86.0 /100 | #216 | Excellent 11.2% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 84.2 /100 | #220 | Excellent 88.8% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 66.6 /100 | #257 | Good 52.5% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 42.9 /100 | #232 | Average 18.3% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 32.8 /100 | #226 | Fair 5.9% |
Sierra Leonean Education Level
In terms of education level, Sierra Leoneans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least ged/equivalency education (85.4%), percentage of population with at least 11th grade education (92.1%), and percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (90.6%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (1.9%), percentage of population with at least professional degree education (4.4%), and percentage of population with at least 3rd grade education (97.4%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 61.3 /100 | #268 | Good 2.4% |
| Nursery School | 48.5 /100 | #269 | Average 97.6% |
| Kindergarten | 48.1 /100 | #269 | Average 97.6% |
| 1st Grade | 53.0 /100 | #269 | Average 97.6% |
| 2nd Grade | 53.5 /100 | #266 | Average 97.5% |
| 3rd Grade | 47.6 /100 | #263 | Average 97.4% |
| 4th Grade | 56.3 /100 | #258 | Average 97.1% |
| 5th Grade | 58.8 /100 | #257 | Average 96.9% |
| 6th Grade | 50.5 /100 | #250 | Average 96.6% |
| 7th Grade | 59.8 /100 | #224 | Average 95.6% |
| 8th Grade | 59.2 /100 | #223 | Average 95.3% |
| 9th Grade | 68.6 /100 | #213 | Good 94.5% |
| 10th Grade | 72.5 /100 | #206 | Good 93.3% |
| 11th Grade | 73.2 /100 | #191 | Good 92.1% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 72.8 /100 | #199 | Good 90.6% |
| High School Diploma | 70.9 /100 | #199 | Good 88.5% |
| GED/Equivalency | 73.3 /100 | #181 | Good 85.4% |
| College, Under 1 year | 66.0 /100 | #177 | Good 65.1% |
| College, 1 year or more | 64.6 /100 | #164 | Good 59.4% |
| Associate's Degree | 63.1 /100 | #158 | Good 46.4% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 60.4 /100 | #136 | Good 39.0% |
| Master's Degree | 56.0 /100 | #116 | Average 16.3% |
| Professional Degree | 41.2 /100 | #166 | Average 4.4% |
| Doctorate Degree | 35.9 /100 | #153 | Fair 1.9% |
Sierra Leonean Disability
In terms of disability, Sierra Leoneans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with hearing disability (2.4%), percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.1%), and percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (47.7%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with cognitive disability (17.7%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (11.1%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (6.3%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 78.1 /100 | #84 | Good 10.8% |
| Males | 80.9 /100 | #80 | Excellent 10.3% |
| Females | 76.9 /100 | #87 | Good 11.2% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 89.9 /100 | #79 | Excellent 1.1% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 73.7 /100 | #162 | Good 5.4% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 70.7 /100 | #204 | Good 6.3% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 66.8 /100 | #171 | Good 11.1% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 79.0 /100 | #169 | Good 23.2% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 81.1 /100 | #168 | Excellent 47.7% |
| Vision | 80.5 /100 | #127 | Excellent 2.0% |
| Hearing | 92.9 /100 | #11 | Exceptional 2.4% |
| Cognitive | 52.9 /100 | #247 | Average 17.7% |
| Ambulatory | 80.8 /100 | #95 | Excellent 5.7% |
| Self-Care | 75.9 /100 | #112 | Good 2.3% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Sierra Leoneans in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Sierra Leoneans in the United States are:
#1
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 35 and 44
86.2%
(100/100)
#2
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34
86.4%
(99.7/100)
#3
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 64
81.6%
(97.7/100)
#4
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Ages 16 and over
69.3%
(97.3/100)
#5
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 45 and 54
84.6%
(97.2/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Sierra Leoneans in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Sierra Leoneans in the United States are:
#1
Average Family Size
3.34
(25.4/100)
#2
Percentage of Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available
5.9%
(32.8/100)
#3
Percentage of Family Households with Children
29.0%
(35.7/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education
1.9%
(35.9/100)
#5
Percentage of Married-couple Family Households
42.1%
(36.5/100)
What is Sierra Leonean per capita income in the United States?
Sierra Leonean per capita income in the United States is $39,826, which is average, ranking it 174th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean median family income in the United States?
Sierra Leonean median family income in the United States is $95,496, which is average, ranking it 164th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean median household income in the United States?
Sierra Leonean median household income in the United States is $81,040, which is average, ranking it 143rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean median earnings in the United States?
Sierra Leonean median earnings in the United States is $44,099, which is average, ranking it 131st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean median male earnings in the United States?
Sierra Leonean median male earnings in the United States is $49,310, which is average, ranking it 191st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean median female earnings in the United States?
Sierra Leonean median female earnings in the United States is $39,557, which is good, ranking it 54th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Sierra Leonean wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 19.6%, which is excellent, ranking it 17th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean poverty level in the United States?
Sierra Leonean poverty level in the United States is 12.8%, which is good, ranking it 199th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean poverty level among families in the United States?
Sierra Leonean poverty level among families in the United States is 9.8%, which is good, ranking it 213th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean poverty level among males in the United States?
Sierra Leonean poverty level among males in the United States is 11.7%, which is good, ranking it 190th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean poverty level among females in the United States?
Sierra Leonean poverty level among females in the United States is 13.9%, which is good, ranking it 199th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Sierra Leonean poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 18.2%, which is good, ranking it 224th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean poverty level among single males in the United States?
Sierra Leonean 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 Sierra Leonean poverty level among single females in the United States?
Sierra Leonean poverty level among single females in the United States is 19.8%, which is excellent, ranking it 90th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Sierra Leonean poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 16.4%, which is good, ranking it 191st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Sierra Leonean poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 27.2%, which is excellent, ranking it 49th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Sierra Leonean percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 12.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 204th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean unemployment in the United States?
Sierra Leonean unemployment in the United States is 6.2%, which is excellent, ranking it 286th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Sierra Leonean unemployment rate among males in the United States is 6.4%, which is excellent, ranking it 288th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Sierra Leonean unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.9%, which is excellent, ranking it 263rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean percentage of family households in the United States?
Sierra Leonean percentage of family households in the United States is 63.6%, which is fair, ranking it 250th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Sierra Leonean percentage of family households with children in the United States is 29.0%, which is fair, ranking it 60th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Sierra Leonean percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 42.1%, which is fair, ranking it 290th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean average family size in the United States?
Sierra Leonean average family size in the United States is 3.34, which is fair, ranking it 95th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean percentage of single father households in the United States?
Sierra Leonean percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.4%, which is excellent, ranking it 220th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Sierra Leonean percentage of single mother households in the United States is 7.9%, which is average, ranking it 288th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Sierra Leonean percentage of population currently married in the United States is 43.0%, which is average, ranking it 282nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Sierra Leonean percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.4%, which is average, ranking it 213th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Sierra Leonean percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 36.1%, which is average, ranking it 255th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Sierra Leonean percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 10.8%, which is good, ranking it 84th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Sierra Leonean percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 10.3%, which is excellent, ranking it 80th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sierra Leonean percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Sierra Leonean percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 11.2%, which is good, ranking it 87th 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.