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SOCIAL INDEX
65.2/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
193rd/ 347
SOCIAL RANK
South American Indian Geographic Distribution
South American Indian Income
In terms of income, South American Indians residing in the United States exhibit better household income with householder under the age of 25 ($48,771), wage/income gap percentage (24.7%), and household income with householder over the age of 65 ($56,889), but there is room for improvement in median male earnings ($49,726), median earnings ($42,977), and median female earnings ($36,669).

Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
Per Capita Income | 50.9 /100 | #166 | Average $40,100 |
Median Family Income | 51.2 /100 | #168 | Average $95,370 |
Median Household Income | 53.3 /100 | #144 | Average $80,689 |
Median Earnings | 47.3 /100 | #162 | Average $42,977 |
Median Male Earnings | 45.2 /100 | #177 | Average $49,726 |
Median Female Earnings | 48.8 /100 | #162 | Average $36,669 |
Householder Age | Under 25 years | 63.2 /100 | #109 | Good $48,771 |
Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 52.2 /100 | #152 | Average $88,089 |
Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 51.5 /100 | #169 | Average $93,275 |
Householder Age | Over 65 years | 57.2 /100 | #153 | Average $56,889 |
Wage/Income Gap | 61.6 /100 | #117 | Good 24.7% |
South American Indian Poverty
In terms of poverty, South American Indians residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single males (12.7%), poverty level among married-couple families (5.5%), and percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps (11.9%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (20.4%), poverty level among girls under the age of 16 (17.2%), and poverty level among children under the age of 16 (17.0%).

Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
Poverty | 74.9 /100 | #201 | Good 12.8% |
Families | 78.6 /100 | #194 | Good 9.4% |
Males | 76.3 /100 | #196 | Good 11.7% |
Females | 75.4 /100 | #202 | Good 13.9% |
Females 18 to 24 years | 69.9 /100 | #183 | Good 20.4% |
Females 25 to 34 years | 80.7 /100 | #168 | Excellent 13.6% |
Children Under 5 years | 75.1 /100 | #172 | Good 17.4% |
Children Under 16 years | 73.0 /100 | #191 | Good 17.0% |
Boys Under 16 years | 73.1 /100 | #187 | Good 17.0% |
Girls Under 16 years | 72.7 /100 | #196 | Good 17.2% |
Single Males | 85.2 /100 | #168 | Excellent 12.7% |
Single Females | 78.2 /100 | #151 | Good 20.9% |
Single Fathers | 75.6 /100 | #126 | Good 15.9% |
Single Mothers | 77.2 /100 | #167 | Good 29.4% |
Married Couples | 84.8 /100 | #200 | Excellent 5.5% |
Seniors Over 65 years | 77.5 /100 | #213 | Good 11.1% |
Seniors Over 75 years | 76.4 /100 | #206 | Good 12.4% |
Receiving Food Stamps | 80.8 /100 | #191 | Excellent 11.9% |
South American Indian Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, South American Indians residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (4.7%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (5.6%), and unemployment rate among males (5.6%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (9.3%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (19.3%), and unemploymnet rate among females (5.6%).

Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
Unemployment | 88.9 /100 | #222 | Excellent 5.6% |
Males | 92.3 /100 | #214 | Exceptional 5.6% |
Females | 84.1 /100 | #234 | Excellent 5.6% |
Youth < 25 | 85.4 /100 | #250 | Excellent 12.7% |
Age | 16 to 19 years | 84.0 /100 | #235 | Excellent 19.3% |
Age | 20 to 24 years | 87.3 /100 | #257 | Excellent 11.1% |
Age | 25 to 29 years | 89.8 /100 | #215 | Excellent 7.0% |
Age | 30 to 34 years | 93.2 /100 | #174 | Exceptional 5.6% |
Age | 35 to 44 years | 91.6 /100 | #205 | Exceptional 5.0% |
Age | 45 to 54 years | 89.4 /100 | #231 | Excellent 4.8% |
Age | 55 to 59 years | 94.0 /100 | #98 | Exceptional 4.7% |
Age | 60 to 64 years | 89.0 /100 | #195 | Excellent 5.0% |
Age | 65 to 74 years | 84.1 /100 | #251 | Excellent 5.7% |
Seniors > 65 | 86.6 /100 | #194 | Excellent 5.3% |
Seniors > 75 | 77.5 /100 | #186 | Good 9.3% |
Women w/ Children < 6 | 84.3 /100 | #219 | Excellent 8.0% |
Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 85.9 /100 | #137 | Excellent 8.8% |
Women w/ Children < 18 | 84.5 /100 | #188 | Excellent 5.7% |
South American Indian Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, South American Indians residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (84.6%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (84.4%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (82.6%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (34.9%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (74.8%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (84.1%).

Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 74.9 /100 | #78 | Good 66.3% |
In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 83.9 /100 | #153 | Excellent 79.6% |
In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 47.7 /100 | #204 | Average 34.9% |
In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 67.6 /100 | #179 | Good 74.8% |
In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 72.8 /100 | #216 | Good 84.1% |
In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 86.7 /100 | #152 | Excellent 84.6% |
In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 86.0 /100 | #144 | Excellent 84.4% |
In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 84.3 /100 | #164 | Excellent 82.6% |
South American Indian Family Structure
In terms of family structure, South American Indians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (2.3%), percentage of births to unmarried women (31.8%), and percentage of single mother households (6.7%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.32), percentage of family households with children (28.3%), and percentage of family households (65.0%).

Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
Family Households | 46.8 /100 | #138 | Average 65.0% |
Family Households with Children | 30.8 /100 | #113 | Fair 28.3% |
Married-couple Households | 59.6 /100 | #198 | Average 46.0% |
Average Family Size | 23.1 /100 | #117 | Fair 3.32 |
Single Father Households | 85.1 /100 | #160 | Excellent 2.3% |
Single Mother Households | 64.5 /100 | #189 | Good 6.7% |
Currently Married | 59.9 /100 | #217 | Average 45.5% |
Divorced or Separated | 64.4 /100 | #111 | Good 11.9% |
Births to Unmarried Women | 69.6 /100 | #182 | Good 31.8% |
South American Indian Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, South American Indians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (12.4%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (87.7%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (53.6%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (6.3%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (19.1%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (53.6%).

Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
No Vehicles Available | 83.1 /100 | #263 | Excellent 12.4% |
1+ Vehicles Available | 81.2 /100 | #264 | Excellent 87.7% |
2+ Vehicles Available | 69.7 /100 | #226 | Good 53.6% |
3+ Vehicles Available | 46.6 /100 | #191 | Average 19.1% |
4+ Vehicles Available | 36.7 /100 | #180 | Fair 6.3% |
South American Indian Education Level
In terms of education level, South American Indians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least ged/equivalency education (84.5%), percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (89.9%), and percentage of population with no schooling (2.2%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (2.0%), percentage of population with at least professional degree education (4.6%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (15.5%).

Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
No Schooling Completed | 66.6 /100 | #230 | Good 2.2% |
Nursery School | 53.2 /100 | #232 | Average 97.8% |
Kindergarten | 52.8 /100 | #231 | Average 97.8% |
1st Grade | 57.8 /100 | #231 | Average 97.8% |
2nd Grade | 58.0 /100 | #231 | Average 97.7% |
3rd Grade | 51.0 /100 | #236 | Average 97.5% |
4th Grade | 59.7 /100 | #238 | Average 97.2% |
5th Grade | 61.5 /100 | #242 | Good 97.0% |
6th Grade | 51.3 /100 | #245 | Average 96.6% |
7th Grade | 55.9 /100 | #259 | Average 95.3% |
8th Grade | 55.2 /100 | #256 | Average 94.9% |
9th Grade | 62.5 /100 | #257 | Good 93.9% |
10th Grade | 66.1 /100 | #250 | Good 92.6% |
11th Grade | 66.2 /100 | #241 | Good 91.4% |
12th Grade, No Diploma | 67.4 /100 | #228 | Good 89.9% |
High School Diploma | 65.5 /100 | #234 | Good 87.8% |
GED/Equivalency | 67.4 /100 | #217 | Good 84.5% |
College, Under 1 year | 63.9 /100 | #190 | Good 64.4% |
College, 1 year or more | 62.9 /100 | #179 | Good 58.9% |
Associate's Degree | 62.4 /100 | #161 | Good 46.1% |
Bachelor's Degree | 58.1 /100 | #152 | Average 38.2% |
Master's Degree | 50.5 /100 | #139 | Average 15.5% |
Professional Degree | 46.1 /100 | #130 | Average 4.6% |
Doctorate Degree | 41.6 /100 | #117 | Average 2.0% |
South American Indian Disability
In terms of disability, South American Indians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.3%), percentage of population with hearing disability (2.8%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 65 and 75 (23.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with cognitive disability (17.5%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (11.0%), and percentage of females with a disability (11.6%).

Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
Disability | 73.7 /100 | #129 | Good 11.1% |
Males | 76.6 /100 | #123 | Good 10.7% |
Females | 72.0 /100 | #138 | Good 11.6% |
Age | Under 5 years | 85.4 /100 | #227 | Excellent 1.3% |
Age | 5 to 17 years | 72.6 /100 | #172 | Good 5.4% |
Age | 18 to 34 years | 78.2 /100 | #126 | Good 5.9% |
Age | 35 to 64 years | 67.8 /100 | #159 | Good 11.0% |
Age | 65 to 74 years | 79.9 /100 | #156 | Good 23.0% |
Age | Over 75 years | 79.6 /100 | #194 | Good 48.0% |
Vision | 77.5 /100 | #169 | Good 2.1% |
Hearing | 83.9 /100 | #111 | Excellent 2.8% |
Cognitive | 59.0 /100 | #210 | Average 17.5% |
Ambulatory | 77.2 /100 | #132 | Good 5.9% |
Self-Care | 73.3 /100 | #152 | Good 2.4% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of South American Indians in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of South American Indians in the United States are:
#1
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 55 and 59
4.7%
(94.0/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34
5.6%
(93.2/100)
#3
Unemployment Rate Among Males
5.6%
(92.3/100)
#4
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 35 and 44
5.0%
(91.6/100)
#5
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 25 and 29
7.0%
(89.8/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing South American Indians in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing South American Indians in the United States are:
#1
Average Family Size
3.32
(23.1/100)
#2
Percentage of Family Households with Children
28.3%
(30.8/100)
#3
Percentage of Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available
6.3%
(36.7/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education
2.0%
(41.6/100)
#5
Median Male Earnings
$49,726
(45.2/100)
What is South American Indian per capita income in the United States?
South American Indian per capita income in the United States is $40,100, which is average, ranking it 166th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian median family income in the United States?
South American Indian median family income in the United States is $95,370, which is average, ranking it 168th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian median household income in the United States?
South American Indian median household income in the United States is $80,689, which is average, ranking it 144th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian median earnings in the United States?
South American Indian median earnings in the United States is $42,977, which is average, ranking it 162nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian median male earnings in the United States?
South American Indian median male earnings in the United States is $49,726, which is average, ranking it 177th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian median female earnings in the United States?
South American Indian median female earnings in the United States is $36,669, which is average, ranking it 162nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
South American Indian wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 24.7%, which is good, ranking it 117th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian poverty level in the United States?
South American Indian poverty level in the United States is 12.8%, which is good, ranking it 201st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian poverty level among families in the United States?
South American Indian poverty level among families in the United States is 9.4%, which is good, ranking it 194th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian poverty level among males in the United States?
South American Indian poverty level among males in the United States is 11.7%, which is good, ranking it 196th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian poverty level among females in the United States?
South American Indian poverty level among females in the United States is 13.9%, which is good, ranking it 202nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
South American Indian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 17.0%, which is good, ranking it 191st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian poverty level among single males in the United States?
South American Indian poverty level among single males in the United States is 12.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 168th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian poverty level among single females in the United States?
South American Indian poverty level among single females in the United States is 20.9%, which is good, ranking it 151st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
South American Indian poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 15.9%, which is good, ranking it 126th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
South American Indian poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 29.4%, which is good, ranking it 167th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
South American Indian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 11.9%, which is excellent, ranking it 191st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian unemployment in the United States?
South American Indian unemployment in the United States is 5.6%, which is excellent, ranking it 222nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian unemployment rate among males in the United States?
South American Indian unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 214th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
South American Indian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.6%, which is excellent, ranking it 234th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian percentage of family households in the United States?
South American Indian percentage of family households in the United States is 65.0%, which is average, ranking it 138th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian percentage of family households with children in the United States?
South American Indian percentage of family households with children in the United States is 28.3%, which is fair, ranking it 113th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
South American Indian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 46.0%, which is average, ranking it 198th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian average family size in the United States?
South American Indian average family size in the United States is 3.32, which is fair, ranking it 117th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian percentage of single father households in the United States?
South American Indian percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.3%, which is excellent, ranking it 160th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian percentage of single mother households in the United States?
South American Indian percentage of single mother households in the United States is 6.7%, which is good, ranking it 189th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian percentage of population currently married in the United States?
South American Indian percentage of population currently married in the United States is 45.5%, which is average, ranking it 217th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
South American Indian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 11.9%, which is good, ranking it 111th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
South American Indian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 31.8%, which is good, ranking it 182nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
South American Indian percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 11.1%, which is good, ranking it 129th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
South American Indian percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 10.7%, which is good, ranking it 123rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American Indian percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
South American Indian percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 11.6%, which is good, ranking it 138th 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.