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SOCIAL INDEX
65.8/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
188th/ 347
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South American Geographic Distribution
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).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| 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%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| 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%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| 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%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| 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%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| 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%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| 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%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| 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%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| 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:
- 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.