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SOCIAL INDEX
6.2/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
335th/ 347
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West Indian Geographic Distribution
West Indian Income
In terms of income, West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (19.6%), median female earnings ($40,317), and household income with householder under the age of 25 ($51,583), but there is room for improvement in household income with householder over the age of 65 ($54,936), household income with householder between the ages 45 and 64 ($89,906), and median family income ($92,765).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 6.0 /100 | #225 | Tragic $41,217 |
| Median Family Income | 0.6 /100 | #250 | Tragic $92,765 |
| Median Household Income | 1.4 /100 | #249 | Tragic $78,455 |
| Median Earnings | 13.9 /100 | #224 | Poor $45,132 |
| Median Male Earnings | 2.3 /100 | #240 | Tragic $50,682 |
| Median Female Earnings | 78.4 /100 | #152 | Good $40,317 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 18.5 /100 | #192 | Poor $51,583 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 1.7 /100 | #242 | Tragic $87,205 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 0.5 /100 | #255 | Tragic $89,906 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 0.2 /100 | #259 | Tragic $54,936 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 100.0 /100 | #15 | Exceptional 19.6% |
West Indian Poverty
In terms of poverty, West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single females (22.3%), poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (21.1%), and poverty level among single mothers (30.8%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (15.7%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (14.1%), and percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps (16.3%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 0.0 /100 | #284 | Tragic 15.0% |
| Families | 0.0 /100 | #290 | Tragic 11.5% |
| Males | 0.0 /100 | #285 | Tragic 13.8% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #281 | Tragic 16.1% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 1.9 /100 | #251 | Tragic 21.1% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 0.3 /100 | #256 | Tragic 15.2% |
| Children Under 5 years | 0.0 /100 | #276 | Tragic 20.6% |
| Children Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #284 | Tragic 20.1% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #286 | Tragic 20.3% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #282 | Tragic 20.3% |
| Single Males | 0.2 /100 | #264 | Tragic 13.8% |
| Single Females | 1.9 /100 | #243 | Tragic 22.3% |
| Single Fathers | 0.0 /100 | #290 | Tragic 18.0% |
| Single Mothers | 0.9 /100 | #247 | Tragic 30.8% |
| Married Couples | 0.0 /100 | #280 | Tragic 6.4% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 0.0 /100 | #304 | Tragic 14.1% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 0.0 /100 | #302 | Tragic 15.7% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 0.0 /100 | #304 | Tragic 16.3% |
West Indian Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (8.8%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (5.5%), and unemployment rate amomg seniors over the age of 65 (5.4%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among youth under the age of 25 (14.6%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (22.4%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (12.8%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 0.0 /100 | #302 | Tragic 6.4% |
| Males | 0.0 /100 | #304 | Tragic 6.7% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #297 | Tragic 6.1% |
| Youth < 25 | 0.0 /100 | #319 | Tragic 14.6% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 0.0 /100 | #321 | Tragic 22.4% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 0.0 /100 | #315 | Tragic 12.8% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 0.0 /100 | #301 | Tragic 7.9% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #293 | Tragic 6.5% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 0.0 /100 | #304 | Tragic 5.7% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 0.0 /100 | #297 | Tragic 5.3% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 0.0 /100 | #276 | Tragic 5.2% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 0.0 /100 | #285 | Tragic 5.3% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 2.7 /100 | #229 | Tragic 5.5% |
| Seniors > 65 | 0.6 /100 | #251 | Tragic 5.4% |
| Seniors > 75 | 41.9 /100 | #178 | Average 8.8% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 0.3 /100 | #262 | Tragic 8.4% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 0.4 /100 | #265 | Tragic 9.5% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 0.0 /100 | #283 | Tragic 6.3% |
West Indian Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (64.5%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (83.9%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (84.1%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (71.3%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (31.3%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (78.3%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 3.0 /100 | #245 | Tragic 64.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 0.0 /100 | #268 | Tragic 78.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 0.0 /100 | #321 | Tragic 31.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 0.0 /100 | #323 | Tragic 71.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 0.1 /100 | #263 | Tragic 83.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 1.9 /100 | #233 | Tragic 84.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 2.4 /100 | #236 | Tragic 83.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 0.1 /100 | #267 | Tragic 81.4% |
West Indian Family Structure
In terms of family structure, West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better average family size (3.29), percentage of single father households (2.2%), and percentage of population currently divorced or separated (12.4%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of married-couple family households (40.3%), percentage of population currently married (41.3%), and percentage of single mother households (7.8%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 0.3 /100 | #275 | Tragic 63.1% |
| Family Households with Children | 0.0 /100 | #307 | Tragic 26.3% |
| Married-couple Households | 0.0 /100 | #320 | Tragic 40.3% |
| Average Family Size | 98.5 /100 | #102 | Exceptional 3.29 |
| Single Father Households | 94.1 /100 | #138 | Exceptional 2.2% |
| Single Mother Households | 0.0 /100 | #291 | Tragic 7.8% |
| Currently Married | 0.0 /100 | #314 | Tragic 41.3% |
| Divorced or Separated | 4.4 /100 | #234 | Tragic 12.4% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 0.1 /100 | #279 | Tragic 37.3% |
West Indian Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (4.2%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (13.7%), and percentage of households with no vehicle available (23.7%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with no vehicle available (23.7%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (76.4%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (41.3%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 0.0 /100 | #330 | Tragic 23.7% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 0.0 /100 | #331 | Tragic 76.4% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 0.0 /100 | #331 | Tragic 41.3% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 0.0 /100 | #330 | Tragic 13.7% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 0.0 /100 | #331 | Tragic 4.2% |
West Indian Education Level
In terms of education level, West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least master's degree education (14.5%), percentage of population with at least professional degree education (4.1%), and percentage of population with at least bachelor's degree education (35.8%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least high school diploma education (86.9%), percentage of population with at least 11th grade education (91.0%), and percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (89.3%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 0.4 /100 | #265 | Tragic 2.5% |
| Nursery School | 0.3 /100 | #268 | Tragic 97.5% |
| Kindergarten | 0.3 /100 | #269 | Tragic 97.5% |
| 1st Grade | 0.3 /100 | #269 | Tragic 97.5% |
| 2nd Grade | 0.3 /100 | #269 | Tragic 97.4% |
| 3rd Grade | 0.3 /100 | #264 | Tragic 97.3% |
| 4th Grade | 0.4 /100 | #262 | Tragic 97.0% |
| 5th Grade | 0.3 /100 | #264 | Tragic 96.8% |
| 6th Grade | 0.2 /100 | #269 | Tragic 96.3% |
| 7th Grade | 0.5 /100 | #263 | Tragic 95.2% |
| 8th Grade | 0.3 /100 | #266 | Tragic 94.8% |
| 9th Grade | 0.2 /100 | #276 | Tragic 93.7% |
| 10th Grade | 0.2 /100 | #275 | Tragic 92.4% |
| 11th Grade | 0.1 /100 | #272 | Tragic 91.0% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 0.2 /100 | #267 | Tragic 89.3% |
| High School Diploma | 0.1 /100 | #271 | Tragic 86.9% |
| GED/Equivalency | 0.2 /100 | #265 | Tragic 83.1% |
| College, Under 1 year | 0.4 /100 | #252 | Tragic 61.5% |
| College, 1 year or more | 1.8 /100 | #235 | Tragic 56.3% |
| Associate's Degree | 5.2 /100 | #224 | Tragic 43.8% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 9.7 /100 | #219 | Tragic 35.8% |
| Master's Degree | 27.4 /100 | #198 | Fair 14.5% |
| Professional Degree | 9.8 /100 | #216 | Tragic 4.1% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.5 /100 | #239 | Tragic 1.6% |
West Indian Disability
In terms of disability, West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with hearing disability (2.6%), percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.1%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (6.3%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with self-care disability (2.8%), percentage of population with ambulatory disability (6.9%), and percentage of population with cognitive disability (18.1%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 2.9 /100 | #228 | Tragic 12.2% |
| Males | 18.4 /100 | #196 | Poor 11.4% |
| Females | 0.5 /100 | #265 | Tragic 12.8% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 98.0 /100 | #78 | Exceptional 1.1% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 2.4 /100 | #240 | Tragic 5.9% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 92.0 /100 | #127 | Exceptional 6.3% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 3.7 /100 | #238 | Tragic 12.0% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 3.4 /100 | #237 | Tragic 24.5% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 0.8 /100 | #250 | Tragic 48.6% |
| Vision | 0.2 /100 | #257 | Tragic 2.4% |
| Hearing | 99.4 /100 | #42 | Exceptional 2.6% |
| Cognitive | 0.1 /100 | #280 | Tragic 18.1% |
| Ambulatory | 0.0 /100 | #291 | Tragic 6.9% |
| Self-Care | 0.0 /100 | #297 | Tragic 2.8% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of West Indians in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of West Indians in the United States are:
#1
Wage/Income Gap Percentage
19.6%
(100.0/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with Hearing Disability
2.6%
(99.4/100)
#3
Average Family Size
3.29
(98.5/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with a Disability Under the Age of 5
1.1%
(98.0/100)
#5
Percentage of Single Father Households
2.2%
(94.1/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing West Indians in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing West Indians in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Households with 2 or More Vehicles Available
41.3%
(0.0/100)
#2
Percentage of Households with No Vehicle Available
23.7%
(0.0/100)
#3
Percentage of Households with 1 or More Vehicles Available
76.4%
(0.0/100)
#4
Unemployment Rate Among Youth Under the Age of 25
14.6%
(0.0/100)
#5
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 24
12.8%
(0.0/100)
What is West Indian per capita income in the United States?
West Indian per capita income in the United States is $41,217, which is tragic, ranking it 225th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian median family income in the United States?
West Indian median family income in the United States is $92,765, which is tragic, ranking it 250th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian median household income in the United States?
West Indian median household income in the United States is $78,455, which is tragic, ranking it 249th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian median earnings in the United States?
West Indian median earnings in the United States is $45,132, which is poor, ranking it 224th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian median male earnings in the United States?
West Indian median male earnings in the United States is $50,682, which is tragic, ranking it 240th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian median female earnings in the United States?
West Indian median female earnings in the United States is $40,317, which is good, ranking it 152nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
West Indian wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 19.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 15th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian poverty level in the United States?
West Indian poverty level in the United States is 15.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 284th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian poverty level among families in the United States?
West Indian poverty level among families in the United States is 11.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 290th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian poverty level among males in the United States?
West Indian poverty level among males in the United States is 13.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 285th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian poverty level among females in the United States?
West Indian poverty level among females in the United States is 16.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 281st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
West Indian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 20.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 284th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian poverty level among single males in the United States?
West Indian poverty level among single males in the United States is 13.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 264th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian poverty level among single females in the United States?
West Indian poverty level among single females in the United States is 22.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 243rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
West Indian poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 18.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 290th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
West Indian poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 30.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 247th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
West Indian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 16.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 304th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian unemployment in the United States?
West Indian unemployment in the United States is 6.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 302nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian unemployment rate among males in the United States?
West Indian unemployment rate among males in the United States is 6.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 304th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
West Indian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 6.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 297th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian percentage of family households in the United States?
West Indian percentage of family households in the United States is 63.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 275th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian percentage of family households with children in the United States?
West Indian percentage of family households with children in the United States is 26.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 307th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
West Indian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 40.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 320th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian average family size in the United States?
West Indian average family size in the United States is 3.29, which is exceptional, ranking it 102nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian percentage of single father households in the United States?
West Indian percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 138th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian percentage of single mother households in the United States?
West Indian percentage of single mother households in the United States is 7.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 291st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian percentage of population currently married in the United States?
West Indian percentage of population currently married in the United States is 41.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 314th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
West Indian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 234th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
West Indian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 37.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 279th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
West Indian percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 12.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 228th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
West Indian percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 11.4%, which is poor, ranking it 196th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is West Indian percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
West Indian percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 12.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 265th 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.