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SOCIAL INDEX
73.0/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
132nd/ 347
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Syrian Geographic Distribution
Syrian Income
In terms of income, Syrians residing in the United States exhibit better household income with householder over the age of 65 ($57,966), per capita income ($42,701), and household income with householder between the ages 45 and 64 ($97,811), but there is room for improvement in wage/income gap percentage (27.6%), median female earnings ($37,387), and household income with householder under the age of 25 ($46,587).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 60.3 /100 | #109 | Good $42,701 |
| Median Family Income | 58.2 /100 | #113 | Average $99,923 |
| Median Household Income | 56.2 /100 | #127 | Average $82,346 |
| Median Earnings | 55.5 /100 | #112 | Average $44,928 |
| Median Male Earnings | 56.3 /100 | #106 | Average $53,429 |
| Median Female Earnings | 53.1 /100 | #130 | Average $37,387 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 54.9 /100 | #201 | Average $46,587 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 56.5 /100 | #124 | Average $90,857 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 58.5 /100 | #110 | Average $97,811 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 60.4 /100 | #123 | Good $57,966 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 48.4 /100 | #244 | Average 27.6% |
Syrian Poverty
In terms of poverty, Syrians residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among married-couple families (5.0%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (10.1%), and percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps (10.9%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among single fathers (16.9%), poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (20.2%), and poverty level among children under the age of 5 (17.1%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 80.1 /100 | #143 | Excellent 12.1% |
| Families | 83.3 /100 | #146 | Excellent 8.7% |
| Males | 81.0 /100 | #143 | Excellent 11.0% |
| Females | 80.4 /100 | #142 | Excellent 13.1% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 71.2 /100 | #162 | Good 20.2% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 82.6 /100 | #137 | Excellent 13.2% |
| Children Under 5 years | 76.3 /100 | #155 | Good 17.1% |
| Children Under 16 years | 77.3 /100 | #156 | Good 16.0% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 76.9 /100 | #148 | Good 16.2% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 77.1 /100 | #158 | Good 16.3% |
| Single Males | 84.0 /100 | #196 | Excellent 12.9% |
| Single Females | 79.4 /100 | #142 | Good 20.7% |
| Single Fathers | 70.9 /100 | #234 | Good 16.9% |
| Single Mothers | 78.0 /100 | #157 | Good 29.2% |
| Married Couples | 88.4 /100 | #155 | Excellent 5.0% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 85.9 /100 | #128 | Excellent 10.1% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 82.7 /100 | #131 | Excellent 11.5% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 84.7 /100 | #152 | Excellent 10.9% |
Syrian Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Syrians residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among males (5.3%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (5.5%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (4.7%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (8.9%), unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (9.4%), and unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 6 (8.0%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 91.4 /100 | #164 | Exceptional 5.3% |
| Males | 94.2 /100 | #155 | Exceptional 5.3% |
| Females | 87.3 /100 | #175 | Excellent 5.4% |
| Youth < 25 | 88.9 /100 | #187 | Excellent 12.1% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 88.7 /100 | #125 | Excellent 18.1% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 89.7 /100 | #209 | Excellent 10.7% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 92.6 /100 | #141 | Exceptional 6.6% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 93.8 /100 | #151 | Exceptional 5.5% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 93.4 /100 | #149 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 92.1 /100 | #133 | Exceptional 4.5% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 91.8 /100 | #225 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 90.1 /100 | #147 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 86.6 /100 | #131 | Excellent 5.4% |
| Seniors > 65 | 88.2 /100 | #99 | Excellent 5.1% |
| Seniors > 75 | 80.9 /100 | #133 | Excellent 8.9% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 84.4 /100 | #217 | Excellent 8.0% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 81.5 /100 | #247 | Excellent 9.4% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 85.6 /100 | #176 | Excellent 5.6% |
Syrian Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Syrians residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (84.8%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (84.1%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (82.4%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (36.7%), labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (65.2%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (74.8%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 66.4 /100 | #193 | Good 65.2% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 82.4 /100 | #171 | Excellent 79.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 56.4 /100 | #144 | Average 36.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 67.9 /100 | #177 | Good 74.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 77.7 /100 | #103 | Good 84.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 87.7 /100 | #134 | Excellent 84.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 83.6 /100 | #191 | Excellent 84.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 83.2 /100 | #181 | Excellent 82.4% |
Syrian Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Syrians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (2.1%), percentage of single mother households (6.1%), and percentage of births to unmarried women (30.4%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.21), percentage of family households with children (27.8%), and percentage of family households (64.5%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 44.0 /100 | #177 | Average 64.5% |
| Family Households with Children | 26.8 /100 | #177 | Fair 27.8% |
| Married-couple Households | 69.0 /100 | #125 | Good 47.6% |
| Average Family Size | 13.3 /100 | #235 | Poor 3.21 |
| Single Father Households | 89.4 /100 | #107 | Excellent 2.1% |
| Single Mother Households | 75.6 /100 | #140 | Good 6.1% |
| Currently Married | 73.1 /100 | #125 | Good 47.6% |
| Divorced or Separated | 64.0 /100 | #117 | Good 11.9% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 73.6 /100 | #138 | Good 30.4% |
Syrian Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Syrians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (10.3%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (89.8%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (55.5%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (6.1%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (19.0%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (55.5%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 88.1 /100 | #167 | Excellent 10.3% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 86.7 /100 | #165 | Excellent 89.8% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 75.1 /100 | #165 | Good 55.5% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 46.4 /100 | #194 | Average 19.0% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 35.3 /100 | #196 | Fair 6.1% |
Syrian Education Level
In terms of education level, Syrians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (91.9%), percentage of population with at least 11th grade education (93.3%), and percentage of population with at least 10th grade education (94.4%), 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 (5.0%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (16.5%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 82.0 /100 | #115 | Excellent 1.8% |
| Nursery School | 65.7 /100 | #122 | Good 98.3% |
| Kindergarten | 65.3 /100 | #124 | Good 98.2% |
| 1st Grade | 71.6 /100 | #122 | Good 98.2% |
| 2nd Grade | 72.4 /100 | #122 | Good 98.2% |
| 3rd Grade | 64.7 /100 | #122 | Good 98.1% |
| 4th Grade | 76.9 /100 | #115 | Good 97.9% |
| 5th Grade | 78.4 /100 | #116 | Good 97.7% |
| 6th Grade | 66.4 /100 | #121 | Good 97.4% |
| 7th Grade | 71.1 /100 | #106 | Good 96.6% |
| 8th Grade | 70.6 /100 | #111 | Good 96.3% |
| 9th Grade | 80.0 /100 | #102 | Excellent 95.5% |
| 10th Grade | 83.5 /100 | #99 | Excellent 94.4% |
| 11th Grade | 83.5 /100 | #107 | Excellent 93.3% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 84.2 /100 | #107 | Excellent 91.9% |
| High School Diploma | 83.2 /100 | #107 | Excellent 90.1% |
| GED/Equivalency | 83.2 /100 | #104 | Excellent 87.0% |
| College, Under 1 year | 72.8 /100 | #115 | Good 67.1% |
| College, 1 year or more | 70.5 /100 | #119 | Good 61.3% |
| Associate's Degree | 69.4 /100 | #112 | Good 48.6% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 64.8 /100 | #109 | Good 40.4% |
| Master's Degree | 57.0 /100 | #110 | Average 16.5% |
| Professional Degree | 53.3 /100 | #102 | Average 5.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 43.4 /100 | #112 | Average 2.0% |
Syrian Disability
In terms of disability, Syrians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.2%), percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (46.9%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 65 and 75 (22.4%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (10.9%), percentage of females with a disability (11.8%), and percentage of population with a disability (11.5%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 69.1 /100 | #179 | Good 11.5% |
| Males | 71.1 /100 | #186 | Good 11.1% |
| Females | 68.4 /100 | #175 | Good 11.8% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 86.1 /100 | #207 | Excellent 1.2% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 69.8 /100 | #202 | Good 5.6% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 73.0 /100 | #179 | Good 6.2% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 68.0 /100 | #158 | Good 10.9% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 82.6 /100 | #124 | Excellent 22.4% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 85.2 /100 | #111 | Excellent 46.9% |
| Vision | 79.7 /100 | #141 | Good 2.1% |
| Hearing | 76.9 /100 | #200 | Good 3.0% |
| Cognitive | 69.9 /100 | #157 | Good 17.0% |
| Ambulatory | 74.4 /100 | #170 | Good 6.1% |
| Self-Care | 71.9 /100 | #179 | Good 2.4% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Syrians in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Syrians in the United States are:
#1
Unemployment Rate Among Males
5.3%
(94.2/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34
5.5%
(93.8/100)
#3
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 35 and 44
4.7%
(93.4/100)
#4
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 25 and 29
6.6%
(92.6/100)
#5
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 45 and 54
4.5%
(92.1/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Syrians in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Syrians in the United States are:
#1
Average Family Size
3.21
(13.3/100)
#2
Percentage of Family Households with Children
27.8%
(26.8/100)
#3
Percentage of Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available
6.1%
(35.3/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education
2.0%
(43.4/100)
#5
Percentage of Family Households
64.5%
(44.0/100)
What is Syrian per capita income in the United States?
Syrian per capita income in the United States is $42,701, which is good, ranking it 109th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian median family income in the United States?
Syrian median family income in the United States is $99,923, which is average, ranking it 113th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian median household income in the United States?
Syrian median household income in the United States is $82,346, which is average, ranking it 127th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian median earnings in the United States?
Syrian median earnings in the United States is $44,928, which is average, ranking it 112th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian median male earnings in the United States?
Syrian median male earnings in the United States is $53,429, which is average, ranking it 106th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian median female earnings in the United States?
Syrian median female earnings in the United States is $37,387, which is average, ranking it 130th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Syrian wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 27.6%, which is average, ranking it 244th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian poverty level in the United States?
Syrian poverty level in the United States is 12.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 143rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian poverty level among families in the United States?
Syrian poverty level among families in the United States is 8.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 146th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian poverty level among males in the United States?
Syrian poverty level among males in the United States is 11.0%, which is excellent, ranking it 143rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian poverty level among females in the United States?
Syrian poverty level among females in the United States is 13.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 142nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Syrian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 16.0%, which is good, ranking it 156th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian poverty level among single males in the United States?
Syrian poverty level among single males in the United States is 12.9%, which is excellent, ranking it 196th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian poverty level among single females in the United States?
Syrian poverty level among single females in the United States is 20.7%, which is good, ranking it 142nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Syrian poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 16.9%, which is good, ranking it 234th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Syrian poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 29.2%, which is good, ranking it 157th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Syrian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 10.9%, which is excellent, ranking it 152nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian unemployment in the United States?
Syrian unemployment in the United States is 5.3%, which is exceptional, ranking it 164th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Syrian unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.3%, which is exceptional, ranking it 155th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Syrian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.4%, which is excellent, ranking it 175th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian percentage of family households in the United States?
Syrian percentage of family households in the United States is 64.5%, which is average, ranking it 177th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Syrian percentage of family households with children in the United States is 27.8%, which is fair, ranking it 177th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Syrian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 47.6%, which is good, ranking it 125th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian average family size in the United States?
Syrian average family size in the United States is 3.21, which is poor, ranking it 235th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian percentage of single father households in the United States?
Syrian percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 107th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Syrian percentage of single mother households in the United States is 6.1%, which is good, ranking it 140th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Syrian percentage of population currently married in the United States is 47.6%, which is good, ranking it 125th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Syrian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 11.9%, which is good, ranking it 117th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Syrian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 30.4%, which is good, ranking it 138th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Syrian percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 11.5%, which is good, ranking it 179th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Syrian percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 11.1%, which is good, ranking it 186th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Syrian percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Syrian percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 11.8%, which is good, ranking it 175th 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.