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SOCIAL INDEX
90.4/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
23rd/ 347
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Chinese Geographic Distribution
Chinese Income
In terms of income, Chinese residing in the United States exhibit better household income with householder over the age of 65 ($77,465), household income with householder under the age of 25 ($58,162), and median household income ($98,496), but there is room for improvement in wage/income gap percentage (25.9%), median male earnings ($56,872), and per capita income ($46,098).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 93.9 /100 | #117 | Exceptional $46,098 |
| Median Family Income | 99.9 /100 | #49 | Exceptional $116,188 |
| Median Household Income | 100.0 /100 | #33 | Exceptional $98,496 |
| Median Earnings | 96.7 /100 | #115 | Exceptional $48,836 |
| Median Male Earnings | 91.1 /100 | #126 | Exceptional $56,872 |
| Median Female Earnings | 97.5 /100 | #109 | Exceptional $41,461 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 100.0 /100 | #9 | Exceptional $58,162 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 99.5 /100 | #72 | Exceptional $104,264 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 100.0 /100 | #33 | Exceptional $116,156 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 100.0 /100 | #1 | Exceptional $77,465 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 42.0 /100 | #178 | Average 25.9% |
Chinese Poverty
In terms of poverty, Chinese residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (16.2%), poverty level among single females (16.1%), and poverty level among single mothers (24.6%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps (9.8%), poverty level among single fathers (15.4%), and poverty level among families (6.5%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 100.0 /100 | #2 | Exceptional 9.5% |
| Families | 100.0 /100 | #2 | Exceptional 6.5% |
| Males | 100.0 /100 | #2 | Exceptional 8.7% |
| Females | 100.0 /100 | #2 | Exceptional 10.4% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 100.0 /100 | #2 | Exceptional 16.2% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 100.0 /100 | #7 | Exceptional 11.0% |
| Children Under 5 years | 100.0 /100 | #7 | Exceptional 13.1% |
| Children Under 16 years | 100.0 /100 | #5 | Exceptional 11.9% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 100.0 /100 | #5 | Exceptional 11.9% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 100.0 /100 | #7 | Exceptional 12.3% |
| Single Males | 100.0 /100 | #14 | Exceptional 11.0% |
| Single Females | 100.0 /100 | #1 | Exceptional 16.1% |
| Single Fathers | 99.3 /100 | #83 | Exceptional 15.4% |
| Single Mothers | 100.0 /100 | #7 | Exceptional 24.6% |
| Married Couples | 100.0 /100 | #2 | Exceptional 3.6% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 100.0 /100 | #1 | Exceptional 8.3% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 100.0 /100 | #1 | Exceptional 9.1% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 99.2 /100 | #63 | Exceptional 9.8% |
Chinese Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Chinese residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate amomg seniors over the age of 65 (4.2%), unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (5.9%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (4.4%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (9.3%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (5.1%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (4.3%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 99.9 /100 | #16 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Males | 99.3 /100 | #41 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Females | 100.0 /100 | #7 | Exceptional 4.5% |
| Youth < 25 | 99.9 /100 | #29 | Exceptional 10.7% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 99.9 /100 | #29 | Exceptional 16.0% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 100.0 /100 | #18 | Exceptional 9.4% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 99.6 /100 | #32 | Exceptional 6.1% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 97.7 /100 | #55 | Exceptional 5.1% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 99.1 /100 | #32 | Exceptional 4.3% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 100.0 /100 | #8 | Exceptional 4.0% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 100.0 /100 | #19 | Exceptional 4.4% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 100.0 /100 | #3 | Exceptional 4.0% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 100.0 /100 | #2 | Exceptional 4.4% |
| Seniors > 65 | 100.0 /100 | #1 | Exceptional 4.2% |
| Seniors > 75 | 100.0 /100 | #2 | Exceptional 5.9% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 99.9 /100 | #53 | Exceptional 6.8% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 5.2 /100 | #225 | Tragic 9.3% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 99.5 /100 | #25 | Exceptional 4.9% |
Chinese Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Chinese residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (77.3%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (84.1%), 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 ages 16 and over (64.7%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (84.3%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (85.0%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 7.3 /100 | #230 | Tragic 64.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 99.9 /100 | #33 | Exceptional 80.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 98.8 /100 | #107 | Exceptional 38.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 100.0 /100 | #49 | Exceptional 77.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 12.7 /100 | #210 | Poor 84.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 89.6 /100 | #131 | Excellent 85.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 99.4 /100 | #57 | Exceptional 85.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 99.9 /100 | #13 | Exceptional 84.1% |
Chinese Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Chinese residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of family households (68.1%), percentage of married-couple family households (50.4%), and percentage of single father households (2.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of family households with children (26.0%), percentage of births to unmarried women (30.2%), and percentage of single mother households (5.2%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 100.0 /100 | #17 | Exceptional 68.1% |
| Family Households with Children | 0.0 /100 | #324 | Tragic 26.0% |
| Married-couple Households | 100.0 /100 | #10 | Exceptional 50.4% |
| Average Family Size | 100.0 /100 | #63 | Exceptional 3.34 |
| Single Father Households | 100.0 /100 | #32 | Exceptional 2.0% |
| Single Mother Households | 99.9 /100 | #19 | Exceptional 5.2% |
| Currently Married | 99.9 /100 | #16 | Exceptional 49.5% |
| Divorced or Separated | 100.0 /100 | #42 | Exceptional 11.2% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 87.1 /100 | #127 | Excellent 30.2% |
Chinese Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Chinese residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (8.8%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (23.9%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (60.1%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with no vehicle available (8.2%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (91.9%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (60.1%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 99.8 /100 | #62 | Exceptional 8.2% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 99.8 /100 | #63 | Exceptional 91.9% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #36 | Exceptional 60.1% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #19 | Exceptional 23.9% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #14 | Exceptional 8.8% |
Chinese Education Level
In terms of education level, Chinese residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 11th grade education (94.6%), percentage of population with no schooling (1.5%), and percentage of population with at least 10th grade education (95.5%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (1.8%), percentage of population with at least master's degree education (14.6%), and percentage of population with at least professional degree education (4.5%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 100.0 /100 | #21 | Exceptional 1.5% |
| Nursery School | 100.0 /100 | #34 | Exceptional 98.6% |
| Kindergarten | 100.0 /100 | #34 | Exceptional 98.5% |
| 1st Grade | 100.0 /100 | #35 | Exceptional 98.5% |
| 2nd Grade | 100.0 /100 | #34 | Exceptional 98.5% |
| 3rd Grade | 100.0 /100 | #33 | Exceptional 98.4% |
| 4th Grade | 100.0 /100 | #32 | Exceptional 98.3% |
| 5th Grade | 100.0 /100 | #34 | Exceptional 98.1% |
| 6th Grade | 100.0 /100 | #35 | Exceptional 97.9% |
| 7th Grade | 99.9 /100 | #42 | Exceptional 97.1% |
| 8th Grade | 100.0 /100 | #42 | Exceptional 96.9% |
| 9th Grade | 100.0 /100 | #29 | Exceptional 96.3% |
| 10th Grade | 100.0 /100 | #20 | Exceptional 95.5% |
| 11th Grade | 100.0 /100 | #13 | Exceptional 94.6% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 100.0 /100 | #8 | Exceptional 93.6% |
| High School Diploma | 100.0 /100 | #8 | Exceptional 92.0% |
| GED/Equivalency | 99.9 /100 | #9 | Exceptional 89.0% |
| College, Under 1 year | 98.3 /100 | #87 | Exceptional 68.3% |
| College, 1 year or more | 97.2 /100 | #96 | Exceptional 62.2% |
| Associate's Degree | 92.5 /100 | #125 | Exceptional 48.5% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 66.6 /100 | #159 | Good 38.5% |
| Master's Degree | 32.5 /100 | #194 | Fair 14.6% |
| Professional Degree | 58.6 /100 | #169 | Average 4.5% |
| Doctorate Degree | 25.1 /100 | #197 | Fair 1.8% |
Chinese Disability
In terms of disability, Chinese residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability between the ages 5 and 17 (4.7%), percentage of population with cognitive disability (15.9%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 65 and 75 (21.7%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with hearing disability (3.7%), percentage of males with a disability (12.1%), and percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (48.7%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 2.0 /100 | #236 | Tragic 12.2% |
| Males | 0.4 /100 | #255 | Tragic 12.1% |
| Females | 22.1 /100 | #201 | Fair 12.3% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 97.2 /100 | #90 | Exceptional 1.1% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 100.0 /100 | #15 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 91.9 /100 | #128 | Exceptional 6.3% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 98.7 /100 | #95 | Exceptional 10.3% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 99.2 /100 | #70 | Exceptional 21.7% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 0.5 /100 | #255 | Tragic 48.7% |
| Vision | 97.2 /100 | #85 | Exceptional 2.0% |
| Hearing | 0.0 /100 | #289 | Tragic 3.7% |
| Cognitive | 100.0 /100 | #3 | Exceptional 15.9% |
| Ambulatory | 1.0 /100 | #250 | Tragic 6.5% |
| Self-Care | 2.9 /100 | #226 | Tragic 2.6% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Chinese in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Chinese in the United States are:
#1
Unemployment Rate Amomg Seniors Over the Age of 65
4.2%
(100.0/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Seniors Over the Age of 75
5.9%
(100.0/100)
#3
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 65 and 74
4.4%
(100.0/100)
#4
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 60 and 64
4.0%
(100.0/100)
#5
Percentage of Family Households
68.1%
(100.0/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Chinese in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Chinese in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with Hearing Disability
3.7%
(0.0/100)
#2
Percentage of Family Households with Children
26.0%
(0.0/100)
#3
Percentage of Males with a Disability
12.1%
(0.4/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with a Disability Over the Age of 75
48.7%
(0.5/100)
#5
Percentage of Population with Ambulatory Disability
6.5%
(1.0/100)
What is Chinese per capita income in the United States?
Chinese per capita income in the United States is $46,098, which is exceptional, ranking it 117th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese median family income in the United States?
Chinese median family income in the United States is $116,188, which is exceptional, ranking it 49th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese median household income in the United States?
Chinese median household income in the United States is $98,496, which is exceptional, ranking it 33rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese median earnings in the United States?
Chinese median earnings in the United States is $48,836, which is exceptional, ranking it 115th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese median male earnings in the United States?
Chinese median male earnings in the United States is $56,872, which is exceptional, ranking it 126th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese median female earnings in the United States?
Chinese median female earnings in the United States is $41,461, which is exceptional, ranking it 109th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Chinese wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 25.9%, which is average, ranking it 178th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese poverty level in the United States?
Chinese poverty level in the United States is 9.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 2nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese poverty level among families in the United States?
Chinese poverty level among families in the United States is 6.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 2nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese poverty level among males in the United States?
Chinese poverty level among males in the United States is 8.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 2nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese poverty level among females in the United States?
Chinese poverty level among females in the United States is 10.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 2nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Chinese poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 11.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 5th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese poverty level among single males in the United States?
Chinese poverty level among single males in the United States is 11.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 14th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese poverty level among single females in the United States?
Chinese poverty level among single females in the United States is 16.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 1st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Chinese poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 15.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 83rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Chinese poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 24.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 7th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Chinese percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 9.8%, which is exceptional, ranking it 63rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese unemployment in the United States?
Chinese unemployment in the United States is 4.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 16th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Chinese unemployment rate among males in the United States is 4.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 41st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Chinese unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 4.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 7th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese percentage of family households in the United States?
Chinese percentage of family households in the United States is 68.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 17th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Chinese percentage of family households with children in the United States is 26.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 324th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Chinese percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 50.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 10th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese average family size in the United States?
Chinese average family size in the United States is 3.34, which is exceptional, ranking it 63rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese percentage of single father households in the United States?
Chinese percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 32nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Chinese percentage of single mother households in the United States is 5.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 19th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Chinese percentage of population currently married in the United States is 49.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 16th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Chinese percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 11.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 42nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Chinese percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 30.2%, which is excellent, ranking it 127th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Chinese percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 12.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 236th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Chinese percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 12.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 255th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Chinese percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Chinese percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 12.3%, which is fair, ranking it 201st 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.