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Income
Poverty
Unemployment
Labor Participation
Family Structure
Vehicle Availability
Education Level
Disability

South American Indian Social Profile
Good

7,425
SOCIAL INDEX
65.2/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
193rd/ 347
SOCIAL RANK

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).
South American Indian Income
Income MetricRating | RankValue
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%).
South American Indian Poverty
Poverty MetricRating | RankValue
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%).
South American Indian Unemployment
Unemployment MetricRating | RankValue
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%).
South American Indian Labor Participation
Labor Participation MetricRating | RankValue
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%).
South American Indian Family Structure
Family Structure MetricRating | RankValue
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%).
South American Indian Vehicle Availability
Vehicle Availability MetricRating | RankValue
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%).
South American Indian Education Level
Education Level MetricRating | RankValue
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%).
South American Indian Disability
Disability MetricRating | RankValue
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:
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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.