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

South American Social Profile
Good

7,464
SOCIAL INDEX
65.8/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
188th/ 347
SOCIAL RANK

South American Income

In terms of income, South Americans residing in the United States exhibit better household income with householder under the age of 25 ($48,680), wage/income gap percentage (25.0%), and household income with householder over the age of 65 ($55,214), but there is room for improvement in median male earnings ($49,912), median female earnings ($36,314), and median earnings ($42,826).
South American Income
Income MetricRating | RankValue
Per Capita Income
51.5
/100
|
#158
Average
$40,264
Median Family Income
48.0
/100
|
#183
Average
$93,299
Median Household Income
51.6
/100
|
#156
Average
$79,722
Median Earnings
46.7
/100
|
#167
Average
$42,826
Median Male Earnings
45.7
/100
|
#175
Average
$49,912
Median Female Earnings
46.6
/100
|
#175
Average
$36,314
Householder Age | Under 25 years
62.9
/100
|
#118
Good
$48,680
Householder Age | 25 - 44 years
50.9
/100
|
#164
Average
$87,227
Householder Age | 45 - 64 years
50.1
/100
|
#175
Average
$92,419
Householder Age | Over 65 years
52.2
/100
|
#195
Average
$55,214
Wage/Income Gap
60.0
/100
|
#131
Average
25.0%

South American Poverty

In terms of poverty, South Americans residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single males (12.1%), poverty level among married-couple families (5.8%), and poverty level among females between the ages 25 and 34 (13.3%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (13.7%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (12.2%), and poverty level among boys under the age of 16 (16.7%).
South American Poverty
Poverty MetricRating | RankValue
Poverty
77.4
/100
|
#179
Good
12.5%
Families
78.3
/100
|
#196
Good
9.5%
Males
79.2
/100
|
#176
Good
11.3%
Females
77.2
/100
|
#184
Good
13.6%
Females 18 to 24 years
81.0
/100
|
#40
Excellent
18.2%
Females 25 to 34 years
82.0
/100
|
#149
Excellent
13.3%
Children Under 5 years
76.4
/100
|
#153
Good
17.0%
Children Under 16 years
75.5
/100
|
#173
Good
16.4%
Boys Under 16 years
74.5
/100
|
#174
Good
16.7%
Girls Under 16 years
76.3
/100
|
#170
Good
16.4%
Single Males
87.6
/100
|
#97
Excellent
12.1%
Single Females
81.0
/100
|
#119
Excellent
20.3%
Single Fathers
75.2
/100
|
#131
Good
16.0%
Single Mothers
80.5
/100
|
#125
Excellent
28.6%
Married Couples
82.3
/100
|
#234
Excellent
5.8%
Seniors Over 65 years
69.0
/100
|
#264
Good
12.2%
Seniors Over 75 years
66.8
/100
|
#267
Good
13.7%
Receiving Food Stamps
79.0
/100
|
#211
Good
12.4%

South American Unemployment

In terms of unemployment, South Americans residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among males (5.4%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (5.6%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (4.8%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (9.3%), unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (9.2%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (5.8%).
South American Unemployment
Unemployment MetricRating | RankValue
Unemployment
90.0
/100
|
#200
Excellent
5.5%
Males
93.7
/100
|
#173
Exceptional
5.4%
Females
84.7
/100
|
#224
Excellent
5.6%
Youth < 25
88.3
/100
|
#206
Excellent
12.2%
Age | 16 to 19 years
85.5
/100
|
#212
Excellent
18.9%
Age | 20 to 24 years
90.3
/100
|
#193
Exceptional
10.6%
Age | 25 to 29 years
91.1
/100
|
#191
Exceptional
6.8%
Age | 30 to 34 years
93.1
/100
|
#176
Exceptional
5.6%
Age | 35 to 44 years
93.1
/100
|
#164
Exceptional
4.8%
Age | 45 to 54 years
90.1
/100
|
#212
Exceptional
4.7%
Age | 55 to 59 years
92.2
/100
|
#208
Exceptional
4.9%
Age | 60 to 64 years
87.4
/100
|
#249
Excellent
5.1%
Age | 65 to 74 years
83.1
/100
|
#277
Excellent
5.8%
Seniors > 65
84.7
/100
|
#259
Excellent
5.5%
Seniors > 75
77.4
/100
|
#191
Good
9.3%
Women w/ Children < 6
86.7
/100
|
#153
Excellent
7.6%
Women w/ Children 6 to 17
82.7
/100
|
#222
Excellent
9.2%
Women w/ Children < 18
83.2
/100
|
#213
Excellent
5.8%

South American Labor Participation

In terms of labor participation, South Americans residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (84.6%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (83.0%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (84.5%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (32.7%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (73.3%), and labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (66.1%).
South American Labor Participation
Labor Participation MetricRating | RankValue
In Labor Force | Age > 16
73.7
/100
|
#94
Good
66.1%
In Labor Force | Age 20-64
85.7
/100
|
#106
Excellent
79.9%
In Labor Force | Age 16-19
37.3
/100
|
#286
Fair
32.7%
In Labor Force | Age 20-24
58.3
/100
|
#266
Average
73.3%
In Labor Force | Age 25-29
75.3
/100
|
#166
Good
84.5%
In Labor Force | Age 30-34
85.7
/100
|
#172
Excellent
84.5%
In Labor Force | Age 35-44
87.4
/100
|
#105
Excellent
84.6%
In Labor Force | Age 45-54
86.9
/100
|
#113
Excellent
83.0%

South American Family Structure

In terms of family structure, South Americans 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 population currently married (46.2%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.32), percentage of family households with children (28.7%), and percentage of family households (66.3%).
South American Family Structure
Family Structure MetricRating | RankValue
Family Households
54.8
/100
|
#65
Average
66.3%
Family Households with Children
33.7
/100
|
#82
Fair
28.7%
Married-couple Households
63.9
/100
|
#172
Good
46.7%
Average Family Size
23.1
/100
|
#116
Fair
3.32
Single Father Households
84.9
/100
|
#164
Excellent
2.3%
Single Mother Households
63.0
/100
|
#196
Good
6.7%
Currently Married
64.1
/100
|
#197
Good
46.2%
Divorced or Separated
55.9
/100
|
#196
Average
12.3%
Births to Unmarried Women
69.5
/100
|
#183
Good
31.8%

South American Vehicle Availability

In terms of vehicle availability, South Americans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (11.0%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (89.0%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (51.7%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (5.5%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (17.5%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (51.7%).
South American Vehicle Availability
Vehicle Availability MetricRating | RankValue
No Vehicles Available
86.3
/100
|
#211
Excellent
11.0%
1+ Vehicles Available
84.7
/100
|
#213
Excellent
89.0%
2+ Vehicles Available
64.1
/100
|
#278
Good
51.7%
3+ Vehicles Available
39.2
/100
|
#271
Fair
17.5%
4+ Vehicles Available
28.6
/100
|
#263
Fair
5.5%

South American Education Level

In terms of education level, South Americans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (90.1%), percentage of population with at least ged/equivalency education (84.5%), and percentage of population with at least 11th grade education (91.4%), 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 (4.6%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (15.3%).
South American Education Level
Education Level MetricRating | RankValue
No Schooling Completed
65.5
/100
|
#237
Good
2.3%
Nursery School
52.1
/100
|
#239
Average
97.8%
Kindergarten
51.6
/100
|
#241
Average
97.7%
1st Grade
56.5
/100
|
#241
Average
97.7%
2nd Grade
56.7
/100
|
#241
Average
97.6%
3rd Grade
50.0
/100
|
#244
Average
97.5%
4th Grade
58.1
/100
|
#250
Average
97.2%
5th Grade
59.7
/100
|
#251
Average
96.9%
6th Grade
50.3
/100
|
#255
Average
96.5%
7th Grade
55.0
/100
|
#265
Average
95.2%
8th Grade
54.1
/100
|
#267
Average
94.8%
9th Grade
61.6
/100
|
#262
Good
93.8%
10th Grade
65.7
/100
|
#253
Good
92.6%
11th Grade
66.6
/100
|
#240
Good
91.4%
12th Grade, No Diploma
68.7
/100
|
#222
Good
90.1%
High School Diploma
64.7
/100
|
#237
Good
87.7%
GED/Equivalency
67.1
/100
|
#220
Good
84.5%
College, Under 1 year
61.7
/100
|
#202
Good
63.8%
College, 1 year or more
61.8
/100
|
#186
Good
58.6%
Associate's Degree
63.0
/100
|
#159
Good
46.4%
Bachelor's Degree
58.0
/100
|
#155
Average
38.2%
Master's Degree
49.0
/100
|
#149
Average
15.3%
Professional Degree
44.8
/100
|
#141
Average
4.6%
Doctorate Degree
30.3
/100
|
#191
Fair
1.7%

South American Disability

In terms of disability, South Americans 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 (2.6%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (5.5%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with self-care disability (2.4%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 5 and 17 (5.2%), and percentage of population with cognitive disability (16.6%).
South American Disability
Disability MetricRating | RankValue
Disability
81.2
/100
|
#55
Excellent
10.6%
Males
83.3
/100
|
#51
Excellent
10.1%
Females
79.8
/100
|
#62
Good
11.0%
Age | Under 5 years
88.0
/100
|
#153
Excellent
1.2%
Age | 5 to 17 years
76.2
/100
|
#126
Good
5.2%
Age | 18 to 34 years
85.4
/100
|
#47
Excellent
5.5%
Age | 35 to 64 years
79.4
/100
|
#59
Good
9.8%
Age | 65 to 74 years
83.9
/100
|
#106
Excellent
22.1%
Age | Over 75 years
84.7
/100
|
#119
Excellent
47.0%
Vision
79.7
/100
|
#140
Good
2.1%
Hearing
87.7
/100
|
#55
Excellent
2.6%
Cognitive
77.1
/100
|
#104
Good
16.6%
Ambulatory
81.2
/100
|
#88
Excellent
5.7%
Self-Care
74.9
/100
|
#128
Good
2.4%

Common Questions

What are the strongest characteristics of South Americans in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of South Americans in the United States are:
#1
Unemployment Rate Among Males
5.4%
(93.7/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34
5.6%
(93.1/100)
#3
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 35 and 44
4.8%
(93.1/100)
#4
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 55 and 59
4.9%
(92.2/100)
#5
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 25 and 29
6.8%
(91.1/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing South Americans in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing South Americans in the United States are:
#1
Average Family Size
3.32
(23.1/100)
#2
Percentage of Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available
5.5%
(28.6/100)
#3
Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education
1.7%
(30.3/100)
#4
Percentage of Family Households with Children
28.7%
(33.7/100)
#5
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 16 and 19
32.7%
(37.3/100)
What is South American per capita income in the United States?
South American per capita income in the United States is $40,264, which is average, ranking it 158th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American median family income in the United States?
South American median family income in the United States is $93,299, which is average, ranking it 183rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American median household income in the United States?
South American median household income in the United States is $79,722, which is average, ranking it 156th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American median earnings in the United States?
South American median earnings in the United States is $42,826, which is average, ranking it 167th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American median male earnings in the United States?
South American median male earnings in the United States is $49,912, which is average, ranking it 175th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American median female earnings in the United States?
South American median female earnings in the United States is $36,314, which is average, ranking it 175th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
South American wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 25.0%, which is average, ranking it 131st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American poverty level in the United States?
South American poverty level in the United States is 12.5%, which is good, ranking it 179th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American poverty level among families in the United States?
South American poverty level among families in the United States is 9.5%, which is good, ranking it 196th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American poverty level among males in the United States?
South American poverty level among males in the United States is 11.3%, which is good, ranking it 176th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American poverty level among females in the United States?
South American poverty level among females in the United States is 13.6%, which is good, ranking it 184th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
South American poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 16.4%, which is good, ranking it 173rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American poverty level among single males in the United States?
South American poverty level among single males in the United States is 12.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 97th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American poverty level among single females in the United States?
South American poverty level among single females in the United States is 20.3%, which is excellent, ranking it 119th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
South American poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 16.0%, which is good, ranking it 131st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
South American poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 28.6%, which is excellent, ranking it 125th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
South American percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 12.4%, which is good, ranking it 211th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American unemployment in the United States?
South American unemployment in the United States is 5.5%, which is excellent, ranking it 200th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American unemployment rate among males in the United States?
South American unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 173rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
South American unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.6%, which is excellent, ranking it 224th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American percentage of family households in the United States?
South American percentage of family households in the United States is 66.3%, which is average, ranking it 65th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American percentage of family households with children in the United States?
South American percentage of family households with children in the United States is 28.7%, which is fair, ranking it 82nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
South American percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 46.7%, which is good, ranking it 172nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American average family size in the United States?
South American average family size in the United States is 3.32, which is fair, ranking it 116th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American percentage of single father households in the United States?
South American percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.3%, which is excellent, ranking it 164th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American percentage of single mother households in the United States?
South American percentage of single mother households in the United States is 6.7%, which is good, ranking it 196th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American percentage of population currently married in the United States?
South American percentage of population currently married in the United States is 46.2%, which is good, ranking it 197th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
South American percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.3%, which is average, ranking it 196th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
South American percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 31.8%, which is good, ranking it 183rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
South American percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 10.6%, which is excellent, ranking it 55th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
South American percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 10.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 51st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is South American percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
South American percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 11.0%, which is good, ranking it 62nd 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.