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SOCIAL INDEX
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SOCIAL RATING
202nd/ 347
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Sudanese Geographic Distribution
Sudanese Income
In terms of income, Sudanese residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (23.8%), household income with householder over the age of 65 ($53,477), and household income with householder under the age of 25 ($43,532), but there is room for improvement in household income with householder between the ages 25 and 44 ($76,759), median male earnings ($46,284), and median earnings ($40,222).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 40.8 /100 | #236 | Average $37,313 |
| Median Family Income | 39.4 /100 | #226 | Fair $87,754 |
| Median Household Income | 36.9 /100 | #254 | Fair $71,335 |
| Median Earnings | 35.9 /100 | #249 | Fair $40,222 |
| Median Male Earnings | 34.8 /100 | #250 | Fair $46,284 |
| Median Female Earnings | 36.9 /100 | #241 | Fair $34,722 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 43.2 /100 | #293 | Average $43,532 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 34.7 /100 | #271 | Fair $76,759 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 38.8 /100 | #236 | Fair $85,119 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 47.0 /100 | #222 | Average $53,477 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 65.4 /100 | #92 | Good 23.8% |
Sudanese Poverty
In terms of poverty, Sudanese residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single males (12.7%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (10.3%), and poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (11.3%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (23.6%), poverty level among children under the age of 16 (19.1%), and poverty level among boys under the age of 16 (19.2%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 66.3 /100 | #243 | Good 14.1% |
| Families | 72.8 /100 | #230 | Good 10.2% |
| Males | 68.4 /100 | #243 | Good 12.9% |
| Females | 66.5 /100 | #242 | Good 15.3% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 53.9 /100 | #306 | Average 23.6% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 76.4 /100 | #217 | Good 14.4% |
| Children Under 5 years | 64.8 /100 | #231 | Good 19.8% |
| Children Under 16 years | 63.1 /100 | #237 | Good 19.1% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 63.3 /100 | #238 | Good 19.2% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 63.5 /100 | #240 | Good 19.2% |
| Single Males | 85.1 /100 | #172 | Excellent 12.7% |
| Single Females | 65.9 /100 | #262 | Good 23.3% |
| Single Fathers | 74.5 /100 | #160 | Good 16.1% |
| Single Mothers | 69.9 /100 | #244 | Good 31.1% |
| Married Couples | 83.2 /100 | #222 | Excellent 5.7% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 84.2 /100 | #155 | Excellent 10.3% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 84.2 /100 | #97 | Excellent 11.3% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 80.1 /100 | #202 | Excellent 12.1% |
Sudanese Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Sudanese residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (5.7%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (4.9%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (9.6%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 6 (7.8%), unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 18 (5.5%), and unemploymnet rate among females (5.0%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 93.6 /100 | #72 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Males | 95.4 /100 | #76 | Exceptional 5.1% |
| Females | 91.0 /100 | #64 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Youth < 25 | 93.7 /100 | #34 | Exceptional 11.3% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 93.4 /100 | #25 | Exceptional 16.9% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 96.7 /100 | #22 | Exceptional 9.6% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 99.3 /100 | #4 | Exceptional 5.7% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 97.8 /100 | #8 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 95.8 /100 | #34 | Exceptional 4.4% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 92.6 /100 | #112 | Exceptional 4.5% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 94.7 /100 | #64 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 95.1 /100 | #8 | Exceptional 4.4% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 92.6 /100 | #7 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Seniors > 65 | 93.7 /100 | #6 | Exceptional 4.5% |
| Seniors > 75 | 92.7 /100 | #12 | Exceptional 7.4% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 85.8 /100 | #167 | Excellent 7.8% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 94.0 /100 | #11 | Exceptional 7.6% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 86.8 /100 | #156 | Excellent 5.5% |
Sudanese Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Sudanese residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (85.1%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (80.5%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (84.6%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (41.4%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (85.4%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (77.6%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 87.5 /100 | #14 | Excellent 68.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 89.9 /100 | #34 | Excellent 80.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 79.0 /100 | #27 | Good 41.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 85.3 /100 | #27 | Excellent 77.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 81.1 /100 | #54 | Excellent 85.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 90.4 /100 | #81 | Exceptional 85.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 87.7 /100 | #97 | Excellent 84.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 85.9 /100 | #131 | Excellent 82.8% |
Sudanese Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Sudanese residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (2.4%), percentage of births to unmarried women (32.9%), and percentage of single mother households (7.1%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.25), percentage of family households (60.9%), and percentage of family households with children (27.8%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 22.3 /100 | #338 | Fair 60.9% |
| Family Households with Children | 26.9 /100 | #175 | Fair 27.8% |
| Married-couple Households | 40.0 /100 | #282 | Fair 42.7% |
| Average Family Size | 16.7 /100 | #196 | Poor 3.25 |
| Single Father Households | 82.4 /100 | #209 | Excellent 2.4% |
| Single Mother Households | 56.4 /100 | #227 | Average 7.1% |
| Currently Married | 51.5 /100 | #253 | Average 44.2% |
| Divorced or Separated | 53.8 /100 | #225 | Average 12.5% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 66.3 /100 | #201 | Good 32.9% |
Sudanese Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Sudanese residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (9.9%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (90.1%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (54.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (5.7%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (18.1%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (54.0%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 89.0 /100 | #148 | Excellent 9.9% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 87.6 /100 | #149 | Excellent 90.1% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 70.9 /100 | #215 | Good 54.0% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 41.9 /100 | #242 | Average 18.1% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 30.7 /100 | #245 | Fair 5.7% |
Sudanese Education Level
In terms of education level, Sudanese residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (90.5%), percentage of population with at least 10th grade education (93.3%), and percentage of population with at least 11th grade education (92.1%), 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 (15.0%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 65.4 /100 | #240 | Good 2.3% |
| Nursery School | 51.9 /100 | #242 | Average 97.8% |
| Kindergarten | 51.7 /100 | #239 | Average 97.7% |
| 1st Grade | 56.6 /100 | #240 | Average 97.7% |
| 2nd Grade | 57.1 /100 | #237 | Average 97.7% |
| 3rd Grade | 50.8 /100 | #239 | Average 97.5% |
| 4th Grade | 60.9 /100 | #230 | Good 97.3% |
| 5th Grade | 63.6 /100 | #227 | Good 97.1% |
| 6th Grade | 54.9 /100 | #218 | Average 96.8% |
| 7th Grade | 61.8 /100 | #212 | Good 95.8% |
| 8th Grade | 61.0 /100 | #209 | Good 95.4% |
| 9th Grade | 69.7 /100 | #202 | Good 94.6% |
| 10th Grade | 72.7 /100 | #204 | Good 93.3% |
| 11th Grade | 72.5 /100 | #201 | Good 92.1% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 72.7 /100 | #200 | Good 90.5% |
| High School Diploma | 72.3 /100 | #191 | Good 88.7% |
| GED/Equivalency | 71.1 /100 | #191 | Good 85.1% |
| College, Under 1 year | 67.7 /100 | #159 | Good 65.6% |
| College, 1 year or more | 65.0 /100 | #163 | Good 59.6% |
| Associate's Degree | 62.1 /100 | #166 | Good 46.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 56.9 /100 | #159 | Average 37.8% |
| Master's Degree | 46.9 /100 | #164 | Average 15.0% |
| Professional Degree | 45.1 /100 | #140 | Average 4.6% |
| Doctorate Degree | 43.5 /100 | #110 | Average 2.0% |
Sudanese Disability
In terms of disability, Sudanese residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.1%), percentage of population with self-care disability (2.2%), and percentage of population with hearing disability (2.8%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with cognitive disability (18.7%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (11.8%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 5 and 17 (5.8%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 71.4 /100 | #158 | Good 11.3% |
| Males | 73.4 /100 | #167 | Good 10.9% |
| Females | 70.5 /100 | #152 | Good 11.7% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 88.7 /100 | #123 | Excellent 1.1% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 66.1 /100 | #250 | Good 5.8% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 68.0 /100 | #226 | Good 6.5% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 59.4 /100 | #237 | Average 11.8% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 76.5 /100 | #208 | Good 23.7% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 80.6 /100 | #180 | Excellent 47.8% |
| Vision | 78.2 /100 | #160 | Good 2.1% |
| Hearing | 81.6 /100 | #148 | Excellent 2.8% |
| Cognitive | 31.5 /100 | #330 | Fair 18.7% |
| Ambulatory | 80.5 /100 | #98 | Excellent 5.7% |
| Self-Care | 82.1 /100 | #25 | Excellent 2.2% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Sudanese in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Sudanese in the United States are:
#1
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 25 and 29
5.7%
(99.3/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34
4.9%
(97.8/100)
#3
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 24
9.6%
(96.7/100)
#4
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 35 and 44
4.4%
(95.8/100)
#5
Unemployment Rate Among Males
5.1%
(95.4/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Sudanese in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Sudanese in the United States are:
#1
Average Family Size
3.25
(16.7/100)
#2
Percentage of Family Households
60.9%
(22.3/100)
#3
Percentage of Family Households with Children
27.8%
(26.9/100)
#4
Percentage of Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available
5.7%
(30.7/100)
#5
Percentage of Population with Cognitive Disability
18.7%
(31.5/100)
What is Sudanese per capita income in the United States?
Sudanese per capita income in the United States is $37,313, which is average, ranking it 236th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese median family income in the United States?
Sudanese median family income in the United States is $87,754, which is fair, ranking it 226th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese median household income in the United States?
Sudanese median household income in the United States is $71,335, which is fair, ranking it 254th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese median earnings in the United States?
Sudanese median earnings in the United States is $40,222, which is fair, ranking it 249th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese median male earnings in the United States?
Sudanese median male earnings in the United States is $46,284, which is fair, ranking it 250th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese median female earnings in the United States?
Sudanese median female earnings in the United States is $34,722, which is fair, ranking it 241st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Sudanese wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 23.8%, which is good, ranking it 92nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese poverty level in the United States?
Sudanese poverty level in the United States is 14.1%, which is good, ranking it 243rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese poverty level among families in the United States?
Sudanese poverty level among families in the United States is 10.2%, which is good, ranking it 230th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese poverty level among males in the United States?
Sudanese poverty level among males in the United States is 12.9%, which is good, ranking it 243rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese poverty level among females in the United States?
Sudanese poverty level among females in the United States is 15.3%, which is good, ranking it 242nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Sudanese poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 19.1%, which is good, ranking it 237th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese poverty level among single males in the United States?
Sudanese poverty level among single males in the United States is 12.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 172nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese poverty level among single females in the United States?
Sudanese poverty level among single females in the United States is 23.3%, which is good, ranking it 262nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Sudanese poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 16.1%, which is good, ranking it 160th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Sudanese poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 31.1%, which is good, ranking it 244th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Sudanese percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 12.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 202nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese unemployment in the United States?
Sudanese unemployment in the United States is 5.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 72nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Sudanese unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 76th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Sudanese unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 64th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese percentage of family households in the United States?
Sudanese percentage of family households in the United States is 60.9%, which is fair, ranking it 338th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Sudanese percentage of family households with children in the United States is 27.8%, which is fair, ranking it 175th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Sudanese percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 42.7%, which is fair, ranking it 282nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese average family size in the United States?
Sudanese average family size in the United States is 3.25, which is poor, ranking it 196th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese percentage of single father households in the United States?
Sudanese percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.4%, which is excellent, ranking it 209th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Sudanese percentage of single mother households in the United States is 7.1%, which is average, ranking it 227th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Sudanese percentage of population currently married in the United States is 44.2%, which is average, ranking it 253rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Sudanese percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.5%, which is average, ranking it 225th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Sudanese percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 32.9%, which is good, ranking it 201st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Sudanese percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 11.3%, which is good, ranking it 158th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Sudanese percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 10.9%, which is good, ranking it 167th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Sudanese percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Sudanese percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 11.7%, which is good, ranking it 152nd 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.