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SOCIAL INDEX
79.6/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
60th/ 347
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Zimbabwean Geographic Distribution
Zimbabwean Income
In terms of income, Zimbabweans residing in the United States exhibit better household income with householder over the age of 65 ($58,685), median family income ($100,995), and household income with householder between the ages 45 and 64 ($98,584), but there is room for improvement in household income with householder under the age of 25 ($42,412), median female earnings ($36,951), and median earnings ($43,889).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 54.1 /100 | #142 | Average $40,981 |
| Median Family Income | 59.9 /100 | #98 | Average $100,995 |
| Median Household Income | 58.4 /100 | #107 | Average $83,580 |
| Median Earnings | 51.1 /100 | #139 | Average $43,889 |
| Median Male Earnings | 53.1 /100 | #128 | Average $52,348 |
| Median Female Earnings | 50.5 /100 | #149 | Average $36,951 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 38.9 /100 | #312 | Fair $42,412 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 54.4 /100 | #135 | Average $89,512 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 59.7 /100 | #102 | Average $98,584 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 62.5 /100 | #109 | Good $58,685 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 52.5 /100 | #202 | Average 26.7% |
Zimbabwean Poverty
In terms of poverty, Zimbabweans residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among married-couple families (4.0%), percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps (8.8%), and poverty level among single mothers (26.4%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (22.0%), poverty level among single fathers (17.4%), and poverty level among single males (13.8%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 82.4 /100 | #119 | Excellent 11.7% |
| Families | 88.4 /100 | #82 | Excellent 8.0% |
| Males | 82.9 /100 | #127 | Excellent 10.8% |
| Females | 83.1 /100 | #114 | Excellent 12.6% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 62.3 /100 | #271 | Good 22.0% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 87.8 /100 | #62 | Excellent 12.2% |
| Children Under 5 years | 85.0 /100 | #52 | Excellent 15.0% |
| Children Under 16 years | 82.7 /100 | #92 | Excellent 14.8% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 82.1 /100 | #86 | Excellent 15.0% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 82.1 /100 | #98 | Excellent 15.2% |
| Single Males | 80.1 /100 | #258 | Excellent 13.8% |
| Single Females | 84.0 /100 | #86 | Excellent 19.8% |
| Single Fathers | 68.6 /100 | #271 | Good 17.4% |
| Single Mothers | 89.6 /100 | #22 | Excellent 26.4% |
| Married Couples | 97.0 /100 | #14 | Exceptional 4.0% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 87.1 /100 | #106 | Excellent 9.9% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 85.8 /100 | #76 | Excellent 11.1% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 92.7 /100 | #20 | Exceptional 8.8% |
Zimbabwean Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Zimbabweans residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (4.1%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (9.4%), and unemployment rate among males (4.9%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (11.1%), unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (9.8%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (6.1%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 94.0 /100 | #53 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Males | 96.9 /100 | #29 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Females | 91.3 /100 | #57 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Youth < 25 | 94.9 /100 | #22 | Exceptional 11.1% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 93.7 /100 | #21 | Exceptional 16.9% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 97.5 /100 | #13 | Exceptional 9.4% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 89.7 /100 | #218 | Excellent 7.0% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 96.6 /100 | #26 | Exceptional 5.1% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 96.3 /100 | #21 | Exceptional 4.4% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 93.8 /100 | #73 | Exceptional 4.4% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 99.5 /100 | #2 | Exceptional 4.1% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 91.5 /100 | #75 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 80.2 /100 | #319 | Excellent 6.1% |
| Seniors > 65 | 83.0 /100 | #294 | Excellent 5.7% |
| Seniors > 75 | 63.5 /100 | #330 | Good 11.1% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 87.5 /100 | #129 | Excellent 7.5% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 79.0 /100 | #283 | Good 9.8% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 87.2 /100 | #148 | Excellent 5.5% |
Zimbabwean Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Zimbabweans residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (85.4%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (83.8%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (80.7%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (73.3%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (37.1%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (84.4%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 85.5 /100 | #19 | Excellent 67.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 91.6 /100 | #21 | Exceptional 80.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 58.5 /100 | #129 | Average 37.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 58.4 /100 | #264 | Average 73.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 75.1 /100 | #171 | Good 84.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 90.5 /100 | #76 | Exceptional 85.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 93.9 /100 | #18 | Exceptional 85.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 92.2 /100 | #20 | Exceptional 83.8% |
Zimbabwean Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Zimbabweans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of births to unmarried women (26.6%), percentage of single father households (2.3%), and percentage of population currently married (47.5%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.22), percentage of family households with children (29.6%), and percentage of family households (64.8%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 45.7 /100 | #155 | Average 64.8% |
| Family Households with Children | 39.9 /100 | #37 | Fair 29.6% |
| Married-couple Households | 70.2 /100 | #115 | Good 47.8% |
| Average Family Size | 13.8 /100 | #226 | Poor 3.22 |
| Single Father Households | 84.5 /100 | #170 | Excellent 2.3% |
| Single Mother Households | 69.2 /100 | #170 | Good 6.4% |
| Currently Married | 72.5 /100 | #129 | Good 47.5% |
| Divorced or Separated | 67.9 /100 | #87 | Good 11.7% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 84.8 /100 | #31 | Excellent 26.6% |
Zimbabwean Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Zimbabweans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (7.2%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (92.8%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (57.6%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (6.3%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (20.0%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (57.6%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 95.2 /100 | #20 | Exceptional 7.2% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 94.5 /100 | #20 | Exceptional 92.8% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 81.1 /100 | #106 | Excellent 57.6% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 51.0 /100 | #150 | Average 20.0% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 37.2 /100 | #172 | Fair 6.3% |
Zimbabwean Education Level
In terms of education level, Zimbabweans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least high school diploma education (91.3%), percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (92.9%), and percentage of population with at least ged/equivalency education (88.3%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (2.1%), percentage of population with at least professional degree education (4.9%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (17.1%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 89.1 /100 | #64 | Excellent 1.6% |
| Nursery School | 70.3 /100 | #79 | Good 98.4% |
| Kindergarten | 70.0 /100 | #79 | Good 98.4% |
| 1st Grade | 76.8 /100 | #79 | Good 98.4% |
| 2nd Grade | 77.7 /100 | #79 | Good 98.4% |
| 3rd Grade | 69.6 /100 | #78 | Good 98.3% |
| 4th Grade | 82.0 /100 | #79 | Excellent 98.1% |
| 5th Grade | 84.2 /100 | #74 | Excellent 97.9% |
| 6th Grade | 72.5 /100 | #65 | Good 97.8% |
| 7th Grade | 76.5 /100 | #56 | Good 97.0% |
| 8th Grade | 76.2 /100 | #55 | Good 96.8% |
| 9th Grade | 87.5 /100 | #48 | Excellent 96.1% |
| 10th Grade | 90.1 /100 | #49 | Exceptional 95.1% |
| 11th Grade | 90.6 /100 | #42 | Exceptional 94.1% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 92.1 /100 | #36 | Exceptional 92.9% |
| High School Diploma | 92.3 /100 | #35 | Exceptional 91.3% |
| GED/Equivalency | 91.8 /100 | #30 | Exceptional 88.3% |
| College, Under 1 year | 81.1 /100 | #48 | Excellent 69.6% |
| College, 1 year or more | 78.8 /100 | #50 | Good 64.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 75.2 /100 | #64 | Good 50.6% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 71.5 /100 | #64 | Good 42.6% |
| Master's Degree | 60.9 /100 | #85 | Good 17.1% |
| Professional Degree | 50.4 /100 | #112 | Average 4.9% |
| Doctorate Degree | 48.1 /100 | #87 | Average 2.1% |
Zimbabwean Disability
In terms of disability, Zimbabweans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (0.97%), percentage of population with ambulatory disability (5.2%), and percentage of population with vision disability (1.8%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with cognitive disability (17.3%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (6.2%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 5 and 17 (5.4%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 83.8 /100 | #37 | Excellent 10.4% |
| Males | 83.2 /100 | #54 | Excellent 10.1% |
| Females | 85.4 /100 | #27 | Excellent 10.7% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 92.7 /100 | #21 | Exceptional 0.97% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 73.8 /100 | #160 | Good 5.4% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 72.7 /100 | #181 | Good 6.2% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 75.4 /100 | #95 | Good 10.2% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 87.7 /100 | #49 | Excellent 21.3% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 78.8 /100 | #209 | Good 48.2% |
| Vision | 90.9 /100 | #19 | Exceptional 1.8% |
| Hearing | 86.0 /100 | #78 | Excellent 2.7% |
| Cognitive | 61.4 /100 | #199 | Good 17.3% |
| Ambulatory | 92.0 /100 | #12 | Exceptional 5.2% |
| Self-Care | 89.2 /100 | #3 | Excellent 2.0% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Zimbabweans in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Zimbabweans in the United States are:
#1
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 55 and 59
4.1%
(99.5/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 24
9.4%
(97.5/100)
#3
Poverty Level Among Married-Couple Families
4.0%
(97.0/100)
#4
Unemployment Rate Among Males
4.9%
(96.9/100)
#5
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34
5.1%
(96.6/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Zimbabweans in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Zimbabweans in the United States are:
#1
Average Family Size
3.22
(13.8/100)
#2
Percentage of Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available
6.3%
(37.2/100)
#3
Household Income with Householder Under the Age of 25
$42,412
(38.9/100)
#4
Percentage of Family Households with Children
29.6%
(39.9/100)
#5
Percentage of Family Households
64.8%
(45.7/100)
What is Zimbabwean per capita income in the United States?
Zimbabwean per capita income in the United States is $40,981, which is average, ranking it 142nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean median family income in the United States?
Zimbabwean median family income in the United States is $100,995, which is average, ranking it 98th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean median household income in the United States?
Zimbabwean median household income in the United States is $83,580, which is average, ranking it 107th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean median earnings in the United States?
Zimbabwean median earnings in the United States is $43,889, which is average, ranking it 139th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean median male earnings in the United States?
Zimbabwean median male earnings in the United States is $52,348, which is average, ranking it 128th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean median female earnings in the United States?
Zimbabwean median female earnings in the United States is $36,951, which is average, ranking it 149th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Zimbabwean wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 26.7%, which is average, ranking it 202nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean poverty level in the United States?
Zimbabwean poverty level in the United States is 11.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 119th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean poverty level among families in the United States?
Zimbabwean poverty level among families in the United States is 8.0%, which is excellent, ranking it 82nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean poverty level among males in the United States?
Zimbabwean poverty level among males in the United States is 10.8%, which is excellent, ranking it 127th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean poverty level among females in the United States?
Zimbabwean poverty level among females in the United States is 12.6%, which is excellent, ranking it 114th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Zimbabwean poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 14.8%, which is excellent, ranking it 92nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean poverty level among single males in the United States?
Zimbabwean poverty level among single males in the United States is 13.8%, which is excellent, ranking it 258th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean poverty level among single females in the United States?
Zimbabwean poverty level among single females in the United States is 19.8%, which is excellent, ranking it 86th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Zimbabwean poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 17.4%, which is good, ranking it 271st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Zimbabwean poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 26.4%, which is excellent, ranking it 22nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Zimbabwean percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 8.8%, which is exceptional, ranking it 20th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean unemployment in the United States?
Zimbabwean unemployment in the United States is 5.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 53rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Zimbabwean unemployment rate among males in the United States is 4.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 29th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Zimbabwean unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 57th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean percentage of family households in the United States?
Zimbabwean percentage of family households in the United States is 64.8%, which is average, ranking it 155th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Zimbabwean percentage of family households with children in the United States is 29.6%, which is fair, ranking it 37th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Zimbabwean percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 47.8%, which is good, ranking it 115th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean average family size in the United States?
Zimbabwean average family size in the United States is 3.22, which is poor, ranking it 226th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean percentage of single father households in the United States?
Zimbabwean percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.3%, which is excellent, ranking it 170th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Zimbabwean percentage of single mother households in the United States is 6.4%, which is good, ranking it 170th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Zimbabwean percentage of population currently married in the United States is 47.5%, which is good, ranking it 129th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Zimbabwean percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 11.7%, which is good, ranking it 87th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Zimbabwean percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 26.6%, which is excellent, ranking it 31st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Zimbabwean percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 10.4%, which is excellent, ranking it 37th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Zimbabwean percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 10.1%, which is excellent, ranking it 54th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Zimbabwean percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Zimbabwean percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 10.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 27th 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.