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:

Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 55 and 59

4.7%

(94.0/100)

Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34

5.6%

(93.2/100)

Unemployment Rate Among Males

5.6%

(92.3/100)

Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 35 and 44

5.0%

(91.6/100)

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:

Average Family Size

3.32

(23.1/100)

Percentage of Family Households with Children

28.3%

(30.8/100)

Percentage of Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available

6.3%

(36.7/100)

Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education

2.0%

(41.6/100)

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.

South American Indian Social Profile

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