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SOCIAL INDEX
78.1/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
76th/ 347
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Tongan Geographic Distribution
Tongan Income
In terms of income, Tongans residing in the United States exhibit better household income with householder under the age of 25 ($53,229), household income with householder over the age of 65 ($63,611), and median household income ($86,540), but there is room for improvement in median female earnings ($35,084), median earnings ($42,019), and median male earnings ($49,341).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 44.3 /100 | #209 | Average $38,267 |
| Median Family Income | 56.5 /100 | #127 | Average $98,806 |
| Median Household Income | 63.6 /100 | #68 | Good $86,540 |
| Median Earnings | 43.4 /100 | #194 | Average $42,019 |
| Median Male Earnings | 44.0 /100 | #190 | Average $49,341 |
| Median Female Earnings | 39.1 /100 | #229 | Fair $35,084 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 80.2 /100 | #18 | Excellent $53,229 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 59.6 /100 | #101 | Average $92,892 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 62.2 /100 | #85 | Good $100,248 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 77.3 /100 | #30 | Good $63,611 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 47.8 /100 | #252 | Average 27.7% |
Tongan Poverty
In terms of poverty, Tongans residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single males (10.3%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (9.1%), and poverty level among single fathers (11.9%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (17.3%), poverty level among females (11.9%), and poverty level (10.9%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 87.9 /100 | #45 | Excellent 10.9% |
| Families | 90.8 /100 | #49 | Exceptional 7.7% |
| Males | 88.6 /100 | #44 | Excellent 9.9% |
| Females | 87.8 /100 | #46 | Excellent 11.9% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 85.5 /100 | #14 | Excellent 17.3% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 90.9 /100 | #29 | Exceptional 11.6% |
| Children Under 5 years | 89.2 /100 | #23 | Excellent 14.1% |
| Children Under 16 years | 88.9 /100 | #23 | Excellent 13.5% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 88.6 /100 | #22 | Excellent 13.6% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 89.5 /100 | #22 | Excellent 13.5% |
| Single Males | 95.6 /100 | #5 | Exceptional 10.3% |
| Single Females | 90.0 /100 | #26 | Exceptional 18.6% |
| Single Fathers | 93.3 /100 | #3 | Exceptional 11.9% |
| Single Mothers | 88.1 /100 | #39 | Excellent 26.8% |
| Married Couples | 90.9 /100 | #100 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 93.4 /100 | #40 | Exceptional 9.1% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 89.7 /100 | #40 | Excellent 10.5% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 90.1 /100 | #55 | Exceptional 9.5% |
Tongan Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Tongans residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (5.8%), unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (7.0%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (9.5%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (9.9%), unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 6 (7.9%), and unemploymnet rate among females (5.1%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 94.0 /100 | #54 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Males | 96.8 /100 | #30 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Females | 90.3 /100 | #88 | Exceptional 5.1% |
| Youth < 25 | 92.9 /100 | #55 | Exceptional 11.4% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 92.5 /100 | #40 | Exceptional 17.2% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 97.2 /100 | #17 | Exceptional 9.5% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 98.5 /100 | #7 | Exceptional 5.8% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 96.0 /100 | #45 | Exceptional 5.2% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 95.1 /100 | #73 | Exceptional 4.5% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 95.7 /100 | #16 | Exceptional 4.2% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 95.2 /100 | #48 | Exceptional 4.6% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 93.7 /100 | #24 | Exceptional 4.6% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 91.8 /100 | #12 | Exceptional 4.8% |
| Seniors > 65 | 91.2 /100 | #21 | Exceptional 4.8% |
| Seniors > 75 | 73.2 /100 | #269 | Good 9.9% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 84.8 /100 | #200 | Excellent 7.9% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 97.5 /100 | #4 | Exceptional 7.0% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 92.2 /100 | #39 | Exceptional 5.1% |
Tongan Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Tongans residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (80.2%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (78.1%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (83.1%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (39.8%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (84.5%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (83.2%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 85.9 /100 | #18 | Excellent 67.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 88.3 /100 | #48 | Excellent 80.2% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 71.4 /100 | #53 | Good 39.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 87.9 /100 | #20 | Excellent 78.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 75.8 /100 | #146 | Good 84.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 76.3 /100 | #280 | Good 83.2% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 80.4 /100 | #239 | Excellent 83.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 87.2 /100 | #99 | Excellent 83.1% |
Tongan Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Tongans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of married-couple family households (51.7%), percentage of births to unmarried women (27.8%), and percentage of single father households (2.5%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.54), percentage of family households with children (31.4%), and percentage of family households (69.8%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 76.4 /100 | #3 | Good 69.8% |
| Family Households with Children | 52.1 /100 | #5 | Average 31.4% |
| Married-couple Households | 93.5 /100 | #4 | Exceptional 51.7% |
| Average Family Size | 44.1 /100 | #16 | Average 3.54 |
| Single Father Households | 79.7 /100 | #244 | Good 2.5% |
| Single Mother Households | 79.0 /100 | #110 | Good 5.9% |
| Currently Married | 78.1 /100 | #71 | Good 48.4% |
| Divorced or Separated | 76.7 /100 | #36 | Good 11.2% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 81.4 /100 | #58 | Excellent 27.8% |
Tongan Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Tongans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (63.6%), percentage of households with no vehicle available (7.0%), and percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (93.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (10.1%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (26.5%), and percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (93.0%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 95.6 /100 | #15 | Exceptional 7.0% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 95.0 /100 | #14 | Exceptional 93.0% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 98.6 /100 | #2 | Exceptional 63.6% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 81.6 /100 | #3 | Excellent 26.5% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 77.2 /100 | #4 | Good 10.1% |
Tongan Education Level
In terms of education level, Tongans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (90.5%), percentage of population with no schooling (2.1%), and percentage of population with at least 11th grade education (91.9%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least professional degree education (3.7%), percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (1.7%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (12.4%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 71.6 /100 | #200 | Good 2.1% |
| Nursery School | 56.9 /100 | #205 | Average 98.0% |
| Kindergarten | 56.5 /100 | #205 | Average 97.9% |
| 1st Grade | 61.8 /100 | #206 | Good 97.9% |
| 2nd Grade | 62.2 /100 | #206 | Good 97.8% |
| 3rd Grade | 55.4 /100 | #204 | Average 97.7% |
| 4th Grade | 62.7 /100 | #218 | Good 97.4% |
| 5th Grade | 64.4 /100 | #224 | Good 97.1% |
| 6th Grade | 56.1 /100 | #211 | Average 96.9% |
| 7th Grade | 57.1 /100 | #245 | Average 95.4% |
| 8th Grade | 57.1 /100 | #238 | Average 95.1% |
| 9th Grade | 67.3 /100 | #225 | Good 94.3% |
| 10th Grade | 70.8 /100 | #218 | Good 93.1% |
| 11th Grade | 71.1 /100 | #211 | Good 91.9% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 72.1 /100 | #204 | Good 90.5% |
| High School Diploma | 68.7 /100 | #215 | Good 88.2% |
| GED/Equivalency | 70.2 /100 | #196 | Good 85.0% |
| College, Under 1 year | 63.7 /100 | #191 | Good 64.4% |
| College, 1 year or more | 59.3 /100 | #212 | Average 57.7% |
| Associate's Degree | 52.6 /100 | #228 | Average 42.7% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 45.4 /100 | #237 | Average 34.0% |
| Master's Degree | 29.8 /100 | #251 | Fair 12.4% |
| Professional Degree | 27.7 /100 | #250 | Fair 3.7% |
| Doctorate Degree | 28.5 /100 | #205 | Fair 1.7% |
Tongan Disability
In terms of disability, Tongans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with ambulatory disability (5.3%), percentage of population with vision disability (1.9%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 5 and 17 (4.8%), 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 (10.2%), and percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (48.7%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 84.3 /100 | #34 | Excellent 10.4% |
| Males | 84.6 /100 | #44 | Excellent 10.0% |
| Females | 84.6 /100 | #33 | Excellent 10.7% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 84.4 /100 | #240 | Excellent 1.3% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 84.8 /100 | #33 | Excellent 4.8% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 79.0 /100 | #114 | Good 5.8% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 75.7 /100 | #92 | Good 10.2% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 77.4 /100 | #192 | Good 23.5% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 76.2 /100 | #243 | Good 48.7% |
| Vision | 86.5 /100 | #43 | Excellent 1.9% |
| Hearing | 82.8 /100 | #130 | Excellent 2.8% |
| Cognitive | 58.9 /100 | #211 | Average 17.5% |
| Ambulatory | 89.9 /100 | #17 | Excellent 5.3% |
| Self-Care | 84.3 /100 | #14 | Excellent 2.1% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Tongans in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Tongans in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Households with 2 or More Vehicles Available
63.6%
(98.6/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 25 and 29
5.8%
(98.5/100)
#3
Unemployment Rate Among Women with Children Between the Ages 6 and 17
7.0%
(97.5/100)
#4
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 24
9.5%
(97.2/100)
#5
Unemployment Rate Among Males
4.9%
(96.8/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Tongans in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Tongans in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with at least Professional Degree Education
3.7%
(27.7/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education
1.7%
(28.5/100)
#3
Percentage of Population with at least Master's Degree Education
12.4%
(29.8/100)
#4
Median Female Earnings
$35,084
(39.1/100)
#5
Median Earnings
$42,019
(43.4/100)
What is Tongan per capita income in the United States?
Tongan per capita income in the United States is $38,267, which is average, ranking it 209th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan median family income in the United States?
Tongan median family income in the United States is $98,806, which is average, ranking it 127th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan median household income in the United States?
Tongan median household income in the United States is $86,540, which is good, ranking it 68th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan median earnings in the United States?
Tongan median earnings in the United States is $42,019, which is average, ranking it 194th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan median male earnings in the United States?
Tongan median male earnings in the United States is $49,341, which is average, ranking it 190th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan median female earnings in the United States?
Tongan median female earnings in the United States is $35,084, which is fair, ranking it 229th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Tongan wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 27.7%, which is average, ranking it 252nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan poverty level in the United States?
Tongan poverty level in the United States is 10.9%, which is excellent, ranking it 45th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan poverty level among families in the United States?
Tongan poverty level among families in the United States is 7.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 49th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan poverty level among males in the United States?
Tongan poverty level among males in the United States is 9.9%, which is excellent, ranking it 44th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan poverty level among females in the United States?
Tongan poverty level among females in the United States is 11.9%, which is excellent, ranking it 46th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Tongan poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 13.5%, which is excellent, ranking it 23rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan poverty level among single males in the United States?
Tongan poverty level among single males in the United States is 10.3%, which is exceptional, ranking it 5th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan poverty level among single females in the United States?
Tongan poverty level among single females in the United States is 18.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 26th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Tongan poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 11.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 3rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Tongan poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 26.8%, which is excellent, ranking it 39th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Tongan percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 9.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 55th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan unemployment in the United States?
Tongan unemployment in the United States is 5.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 54th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Tongan unemployment rate among males in the United States is 4.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 30th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Tongan unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 88th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan percentage of family households in the United States?
Tongan percentage of family households in the United States is 69.8%, which is good, ranking it 3rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Tongan percentage of family households with children in the United States is 31.4%, which is average, ranking it 5th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Tongan percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 51.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 4th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan average family size in the United States?
Tongan average family size in the United States is 3.54, which is average, ranking it 16th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan percentage of single father households in the United States?
Tongan percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.5%, which is good, ranking it 244th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Tongan percentage of single mother households in the United States is 5.9%, which is good, ranking it 110th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Tongan percentage of population currently married in the United States is 48.4%, which is good, ranking it 71st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Tongan percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 11.2%, which is good, ranking it 36th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Tongan percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 27.8%, which is excellent, ranking it 58th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Tongan percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 10.4%, which is excellent, ranking it 34th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Tongan percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 10.0%, which is excellent, ranking it 44th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Tongan percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Tongan percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 10.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 33rd 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.