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SOCIAL INDEX
53.5/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
240th/ 347
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Somali Geographic Distribution
Somali Income
In terms of income, Somalis residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (21.4%), household income with householder under the age of 25 ($43,042), and per capita income ($36,551), but there is room for improvement in median male earnings ($44,097), household income with householder between the ages 45 and 64 ($80,758), and median earnings ($39,340).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 38.1 /100 | #247 | Fair $36,551 |
| Median Family Income | 35.0 /100 | #252 | Fair $84,933 |
| Median Household Income | 32.6 /100 | #281 | Fair $68,894 |
| Median Earnings | 32.2 /100 | #263 | Fair $39,340 |
| Median Male Earnings | 28.2 /100 | #278 | Fair $44,097 |
| Median Female Earnings | 35.9 /100 | #245 | Fair $34,555 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 41.3 /100 | #302 | Average $43,042 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 32.5 /100 | #279 | Fair $75,309 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 32.1 /100 | #272 | Fair $80,758 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 36.3 /100 | #280 | Fair $49,899 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 76.6 /100 | #41 | Good 21.4% |
Somali Poverty
In terms of poverty, Somalis residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single fathers (14.8%), poverty level among single males (13.7%), and poverty level among married-couple families (6.0%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (25.6%), poverty level among children under the age of 16 (22.2%), and poverty level among girls under the age of 16 (22.3%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 55.7 /100 | #308 | Average 15.7% |
| Families | 63.6 /100 | #283 | Good 11.6% |
| Males | 57.1 /100 | #312 | Average 14.6% |
| Females | 57.0 /100 | #300 | Average 16.9% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 43.8 /100 | #325 | Average 25.6% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 70.7 /100 | #264 | Good 15.5% |
| Children Under 5 years | 54.7 /100 | #292 | Average 22.1% |
| Children Under 16 years | 49.1 /100 | #316 | Average 22.2% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 50.3 /100 | #309 | Average 22.1% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 49.1 /100 | #314 | Average 22.3% |
| Single Males | 80.4 /100 | #253 | Excellent 13.7% |
| Single Females | 54.3 /100 | #301 | Average 25.7% |
| Single Fathers | 80.5 /100 | #39 | Excellent 14.8% |
| Single Mothers | 62.9 /100 | #283 | Good 32.8% |
| Married Couples | 80.0 /100 | #255 | Good 6.0% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 70.8 /100 | #251 | Good 12.0% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 70.4 /100 | #252 | Good 13.2% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 73.9 /100 | #252 | Good 13.8% |
Somali Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Somalis residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (9.0%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (5.7%), and unemployment rate among youth under the age of 25 (10.9%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (10.2%), unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 18 (6.0%), and unemployment rate amomg seniors over the age of 65 (5.9%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 90.5 /100 | #182 | Exceptional 5.4% |
| Males | 92.0 /100 | #221 | Exceptional 5.6% |
| Females | 89.7 /100 | #104 | Excellent 5.1% |
| Youth < 25 | 95.9 /100 | #12 | Exceptional 10.9% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 94.5 /100 | #16 | Exceptional 16.7% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 100 /100 | #1 | Exceptional 9.0% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 99.6 /100 | #3 | Exceptional 5.7% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 94.0 /100 | #140 | Exceptional 5.5% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 90.7 /100 | #222 | Exceptional 5.1% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 87.3 /100 | #263 | Excellent 5.0% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 94.3 /100 | #79 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 92.7 /100 | #42 | Exceptional 4.6% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 90.5 /100 | #25 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Seniors > 65 | 81.9 /100 | #314 | Excellent 5.9% |
| Seniors > 75 | 70.7 /100 | #296 | Good 10.2% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 87.3 /100 | #133 | Excellent 7.5% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 84.7 /100 | #174 | Excellent 8.9% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 81.3 /100 | #236 | Excellent 6.0% |
Somali Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Somalis residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (69.4%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (86.1%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (81.5%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (83.3%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (86.7%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (85.5%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 98.2 /100 | #3 | Exceptional 69.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 97.3 /100 | #7 | Exceptional 81.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 95.3 /100 | #4 | Exceptional 44.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 95.1 /100 | #4 | Exceptional 79.2% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 89.9 /100 | #2 | Excellent 86.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 98.0 /100 | #9 | Exceptional 86.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 94.8 /100 | #10 | Exceptional 85.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 88.6 /100 | #62 | Excellent 83.3% |
Somali Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Somalis residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (2.5%), percentage of births to unmarried women (31.2%), and percentage of population currently divorced or separated (12.8%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of family households (58.0%), average family size (3.22), and percentage of married-couple family households (39.2%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 4.7 /100 | #346 | Tragic 58.0% |
| Family Households with Children | 21.4 /100 | #269 | Fair 27.0% |
| Married-couple Households | 19.4 /100 | #331 | Poor 39.2% |
| Average Family Size | 14.4 /100 | #220 | Poor 3.22 |
| Single Father Households | 79.2 /100 | #248 | Good 2.5% |
| Single Mother Households | 47.5 /100 | #262 | Average 7.6% |
| Currently Married | 34.9 /100 | #312 | Fair 41.5% |
| Divorced or Separated | 47.9 /100 | #257 | Average 12.8% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 71.5 /100 | #161 | Good 31.2% |
Somali Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Somalis residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (11.3%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (88.7%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (51.6%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (5.1%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (16.4%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (51.6%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 85.7 /100 | #223 | Excellent 11.3% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 83.9 /100 | #225 | Excellent 88.7% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 63.9 /100 | #281 | Good 51.6% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 34.0 /100 | #303 | Fair 16.4% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 24.6 /100 | #301 | Fair 5.1% |
Somali Education Level
In terms of education level, Somalis residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 11th grade education (91.8%), percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (90.1%), and percentage of population with at least high school diploma education (88.3%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (1.7%), percentage of population with at least professional degree education (4.0%), and percentage of population with at least kindergarten education (97.2%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 46.2 /100 | #306 | Average 2.8% |
| Nursery School | 36.4 /100 | #307 | Fair 97.2% |
| Kindergarten | 36.1 /100 | #306 | Fair 97.2% |
| 1st Grade | 39.9 /100 | #304 | Fair 97.1% |
| 2nd Grade | 40.2 /100 | #301 | Average 97.1% |
| 3rd Grade | 36.5 /100 | #300 | Fair 97.0% |
| 4th Grade | 45.9 /100 | #293 | Average 96.7% |
| 5th Grade | 51.2 /100 | #290 | Average 96.6% |
| 6th Grade | 45.6 /100 | #283 | Average 96.3% |
| 7th Grade | 56.3 /100 | #254 | Average 95.3% |
| 8th Grade | 56.5 /100 | #247 | Average 95.0% |
| 9th Grade | 65.1 /100 | #241 | Good 94.1% |
| 10th Grade | 69.1 /100 | #233 | Good 93.0% |
| 11th Grade | 69.6 /100 | #224 | Good 91.8% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 69.4 /100 | #219 | Good 90.1% |
| High School Diploma | 69.3 /100 | #210 | Good 88.3% |
| GED/Equivalency | 68.2 /100 | #215 | Good 84.6% |
| College, Under 1 year | 67.4 /100 | #162 | Good 65.5% |
| College, 1 year or more | 65.2 /100 | #162 | Good 59.6% |
| Associate's Degree | 62.1 /100 | #163 | Good 46.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 55.4 /100 | #176 | Average 37.3% |
| Master's Degree | 39.3 /100 | #215 | Fair 13.8% |
| Professional Degree | 33.8 /100 | #208 | Fair 4.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 29.3 /100 | #198 | Fair 1.7% |
Somali Disability
In terms of disability, Somalis residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.2%), percentage of population with hearing disability (2.8%), and percentage of population with vision disability (2.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with cognitive disability (19.8%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (12.9%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (7.0%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 65.0 /100 | #219 | Good 11.8% |
| Males | 67.3 /100 | #215 | Good 11.4% |
| Females | 64.2 /100 | #230 | Good 12.1% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 86.8 /100 | #189 | Excellent 1.2% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 61.5 /100 | #284 | Good 6.0% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 60.0 /100 | #274 | Average 7.0% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 48.4 /100 | #280 | Average 12.9% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 67.8 /100 | #273 | Good 25.6% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 78.4 /100 | #213 | Good 48.2% |
| Vision | 81.6 /100 | #104 | Excellent 2.0% |
| Hearing | 83.4 /100 | #120 | Excellent 2.8% |
| Cognitive | 7.3 /100 | #345 | Tragic 19.8% |
| Ambulatory | 80.9 /100 | #94 | Excellent 5.7% |
| Self-Care | 72.2 /100 | #176 | Good 2.4% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Somalis in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Somalis in the United States are:
#1
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 24
9.0%
(100/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 25 and 29
5.7%
(99.6/100)
#3
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Ages 16 and over
69.4%
(98.2/100)
#4
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34
86.1%
(98.0/100)
#5
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 64
81.5%
(97.3/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Somalis in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Somalis in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Family Households
58.0%
(4.7/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with Cognitive Disability
19.8%
(7.3/100)
#3
Average Family Size
3.22
(14.4/100)
#4
Percentage of Married-couple Family Households
39.2%
(19.4/100)
#5
Percentage of Family Households with Children
27.0%
(21.4/100)
What is Somali per capita income in the United States?
Somali per capita income in the United States is $36,551, which is fair, ranking it 247th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali median family income in the United States?
Somali median family income in the United States is $84,933, which is fair, ranking it 252nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali median household income in the United States?
Somali median household income in the United States is $68,894, which is fair, ranking it 281st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali median earnings in the United States?
Somali median earnings in the United States is $39,340, which is fair, ranking it 263rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali median male earnings in the United States?
Somali median male earnings in the United States is $44,097, which is fair, ranking it 278th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali median female earnings in the United States?
Somali median female earnings in the United States is $34,555, which is fair, ranking it 245th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Somali wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 21.4%, which is good, ranking it 41st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali poverty level in the United States?
Somali poverty level in the United States is 15.7%, which is average, ranking it 308th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali poverty level among families in the United States?
Somali poverty level among families in the United States is 11.6%, which is good, ranking it 283rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali poverty level among males in the United States?
Somali poverty level among males in the United States is 14.6%, which is average, ranking it 312th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali poverty level among females in the United States?
Somali poverty level among females in the United States is 16.9%, which is average, ranking it 300th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Somali poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 22.2%, which is average, ranking it 316th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali poverty level among single males in the United States?
Somali poverty level among single males in the United States is 13.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 253rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali poverty level among single females in the United States?
Somali poverty level among single females in the United States is 25.7%, which is average, ranking it 301st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Somali poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 14.8%, which is excellent, ranking it 39th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Somali poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 32.8%, which is good, ranking it 283rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Somali percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 13.8%, which is good, ranking it 252nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali unemployment in the United States?
Somali unemployment in the United States is 5.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 182nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Somali unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 221st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Somali unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 104th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of family households in the United States?
Somali percentage of family households in the United States is 58.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 346th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Somali percentage of family households with children in the United States is 27.0%, which is fair, ranking it 269th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Somali percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 39.2%, which is poor, ranking it 331st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali average family size in the United States?
Somali average family size in the United States is 3.22, which is poor, ranking it 220th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of single father households in the United States?
Somali percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.5%, which is good, ranking it 248th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Somali percentage of single mother households in the United States is 7.6%, which is average, ranking it 262nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Somali percentage of population currently married in the United States is 41.5%, which is fair, ranking it 312th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Somali percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.8%, which is average, ranking it 257th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Somali percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 31.2%, which is good, ranking it 161st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Somali percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 11.8%, which is good, ranking it 219th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Somali percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 11.4%, which is good, ranking it 215th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Somali percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Somali percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 12.1%, which is good, ranking it 230th 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.