In terms of income, Dutch West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (26.3%), median male earnings ($46,656), and per capita income ($35,922), but there is room for improvement in household income with householder under the age of 25 ($45,816), median female earnings ($34,106), and household income with householder over the age of 65 ($50,475).

Income Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Per Capita Income	0.0 /100 \| #317	Tragic $35,922
Median Family Income	0.0 /100 \| #329	Tragic $81,852
Median Household Income	0.0 /100 \| #329	Tragic $68,412
Median Earnings	0.0 /100 \| #318	Tragic $40,107
Median Male Earnings	0.0 /100 \| #306	Tragic $46,656
Median Female Earnings	0.0 /100 \| #325	Tragic $34,106
Householder Age \| Under 25 years	0.0 /100 \| #324	Tragic $45,816
Householder Age \| 25 - 44 years	0.0 /100 \| #324	Tragic $77,260
Householder Age \| 45 - 64 years	0.0 /100 \| #329	Tragic $79,171
Householder Age \| Over 65 years	0.0 /100 \| #332	Tragic $50,475
Wage/Income Gap	21.0 /100 \| #199	Fair 26.3%

Dutch West Indian Poverty

In terms of poverty, Dutch West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (13.5%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (12.4%), and percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps (14.3%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among single mothers (36.8%), poverty level among single males (16.1%), and poverty level among single females (27.5%).

Poverty Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Poverty	0.0 /100 \| #310	Tragic 15.6%
Families	0.0 /100 \| #299	Tragic 11.7%
Males	0.0 /100 \| #307	Tragic 14.2%
Females	0.0 /100 \| #314	Tragic 17.1%
Females 18 to 24 years	0.0 /100 \| #319	Tragic 24.5%
Females 25 to 34 years	0.0 /100 \| #324	Tragic 18.4%
Children Under 5 years	0.0 /100 \| #318	Tragic 23.3%
Children Under 16 years	0.0 /100 \| #311	Tragic 21.5%
Boys Under 16 years	0.0 /100 \| #319	Tragic 21.8%
Girls Under 16 years	0.0 /100 \| #311	Tragic 21.6%
Single Males	0.0 /100 \| #316	Tragic 16.1%
Single Females	0.0 /100 \| #327	Tragic 27.5%
Single Fathers	0.0 /100 \| #318	Tragic 19.2%
Single Mothers	0.0 /100 \| #332	Tragic 36.8%
Married Couples	0.0 /100 \| #284	Tragic 6.4%
Seniors Over 65 years	0.2 /100 \| #258	Tragic 12.4%
Seniors Over 75 years	0.6 /100 \| #243	Tragic 13.5%
Receiving Food Stamps	0.2 /100 \| #267	Tragic 14.3%

Dutch West Indian Unemployment

In terms of unemployment, Dutch West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (5.5%), unemployment rate amomg seniors over the age of 65 (5.3%), and unemployment (5.6%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among population between the ages 60 and 64 (5.7%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (8.2%), and unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 6 (9.5%).

Unemployment Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Unemployment	1.2 /100 \| #244	Tragic 5.6%
Males	0.1 /100 \| #258	Tragic 5.8%
Females	0.3 /100 \| #257	Tragic 5.7%
Youth < 25	1.1 /100 \| #240	Tragic 12.1%
Age \| 16 to 19 years	0.0 /100 \| #282	Tragic 19.7%
Age \| 20 to 24 years	0.3 /100 \| #258	Tragic 10.9%
Age \| 25 to 29 years	0.0 /100 \| #312	Tragic 8.2%
Age \| 30 to 34 years	0.0 /100 \| #299	Tragic 6.6%
Age \| 35 to 44 years	0.0 /100 \| #291	Tragic 5.5%
Age \| 45 to 54 years	0.0 /100 \| #278	Tragic 5.0%
Age \| 55 to 59 years	0.0 /100 \| #295	Tragic 5.3%
Age \| 60 to 64 years	0.0 /100 \| #321	Tragic 5.7%
Age \| 65 to 74 years	11.5 /100 \| #208	Poor 5.5%
Seniors > 65	6.9 /100 \| #219	Tragic 5.3%
Seniors > 75	0.0 /100 \| #314	Tragic 10.2%
Women w/ Children < 6	0.0 /100 \| #317	Tragic 9.5%
Women w/ Children 6 to 17	0.0 /100 \| #308	Tragic 10.2%
Women w/ Children < 18	0.0 /100 \| #275	Tragic 6.2%

Dutch West Indian Labor Participation

In terms of labor participation, Dutch West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (35.6%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (73.7%), and labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (61.7%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (75.5%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (81.0%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (80.4%).

Labor Participation Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
In Labor Force \| Age > 16	0.0 /100 \| #328	Tragic 61.7%
In Labor Force \| Age 20-64	0.0 /100 \| #322	Tragic 75.5%
In Labor Force \| Age 16-19	10.7 /100 \| #216	Poor 35.6%
In Labor Force \| Age 20-24	0.7 /100 \| #259	Tragic 73.7%
In Labor Force \| Age 25-29	0.0 /100 \| #325	Tragic 81.1%
In Labor Force \| Age 30-34	0.0 /100 \| #325	Tragic 81.0%
In Labor Force \| Age 35-44	0.0 /100 \| #325	Tragic 80.4%
In Labor Force \| Age 45-54	0.0 /100 \| #324	Tragic 78.2%

Dutch West Indian Family Structure

In terms of family structure, Dutch West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better average family size (3.23), percentage of family households (64.3%), and percentage of family households with children (27.2%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population currently divorced or separated (14.0%), percentage of births to unmarried women (38.4%), and percentage of single father households (2.6%).

Family Structure Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Family Households	53.9 /100 \| #172	Average 64.3%
Family Households with Children	15.8 /100 \| #209	Poor 27.2%
Married-couple Households	2.6 /100 \| #225	Tragic 44.9%
Average Family Size	56.9 /100 \| #167	Average 3.23
Single Father Households	0.1 /100 \| #282	Tragic 2.6%
Single Mother Households	0.4 /100 \| #247	Tragic 7.3%
Currently Married	6.7 /100 \| #214	Tragic 45.5%
Divorced or Separated	0.0 /100 \| #335	Tragic 14.0%
Births to Unmarried Women	0.0 /100 \| #297	Tragic 38.4%

Dutch West Indian Vehicle Availability

In terms of vehicle availability, Dutch West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (7.1%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (20.9%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (55.6%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with no vehicle available (11.2%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (89.0%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (55.6%).

Vehicle Availability Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
No Vehicles Available	10.2 /100 \| #217	Poor 11.2%
1+ Vehicles Available	13.5 /100 \| #210	Poor 89.0%
2+ Vehicles Available	59.8 /100 \| #164	Average 55.6%
3+ Vehicles Available	97.8 /100 \| #103	Exceptional 20.9%
4+ Vehicles Available	99.3 /100 \| #94	Exceptional 7.1%

Dutch West Indian Education Level

In terms of education level, Dutch West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least nursery school education (98.0%), percentage of population with at least kindergarten education (98.0%), and percentage of population with at least 1st grade education (98.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least college, under 1 year education (57.2%), percentage of population with at least associate's degree education (36.5%), and percentage of population with at least college, 1 year or more education (50.5%).

Education Level Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
No Schooling Completed	59.9 /100 \| #166	Average 2.1%
Nursery School	70.2 /100 \| #152	Good 98.0%
Kindergarten	70.1 /100 \| #152	Good 98.0%
1st Grade	69.8 /100 \| #151	Good 98.0%
2nd Grade	63.8 /100 \| #156	Good 97.9%
3rd Grade	55.5 /100 \| #166	Average 97.8%
4th Grade	35.8 /100 \| #186	Fair 97.5%
5th Grade	36.2 /100 \| #185	Fair 97.3%
6th Grade	28.3 /100 \| #190	Fair 96.9%
7th Grade	16.1 /100 \| #209	Poor 95.8%
8th Grade	8.1 /100 \| #218	Tragic 95.4%
9th Grade	2.0 /100 \| #244	Tragic 94.2%
10th Grade	0.4 /100 \| #265	Tragic 92.6%
11th Grade	0.0 /100 \| #281	Tragic 90.7%
12th Grade, No Diploma	0.0 /100 \| #289	Tragic 88.5%
High School Diploma	0.0 /100 \| #282	Tragic 86.5%
GED/Equivalency	0.0 /100 \| #301	Tragic 81.6%
College, Under 1 year	0.0 /100 \| #313	Tragic 57.2%
College, 1 year or more	0.0 /100 \| #328	Tragic 50.5%
Associate's Degree	0.0 /100 \| #327	Tragic 36.5%
Bachelor's Degree	0.0 /100 \| #324	Tragic 28.5%
Master's Degree	0.0 /100 \| #324	Tragic 10.6%
Professional Degree	0.0 /100 \| #327	Tragic 3.1%
Doctorate Degree	0.1 /100 \| #321	Tragic 1.3%

Dutch West Indian Disability

In terms of disability, Dutch West Indians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with cognitive disability (18.1%), percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (51.5%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 5 and 17 (6.7%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability (14.9%), percentage of males with a disability (14.8%), and percentage of females with a disability (15.0%).

Disability Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Disability	0.0 /100 \| #338	Tragic 14.9%
Males	0.0 /100 \| #335	Tragic 14.8%
Females	0.0 /100 \| #338	Tragic 15.0%
Age \| Under 5 years	0.0 /100 \| #333	Tragic 1.9%
Age \| 5 to 17 years	0.0 /100 \| #330	Tragic 6.7%
Age \| 18 to 34 years	0.0 /100 \| #334	Tragic 8.4%
Age \| 35 to 64 years	0.0 /100 \| #331	Tragic 15.6%
Age \| 65 to 74 years	0.0 /100 \| #325	Tragic 29.6%
Age \| Over 75 years	0.0 /100 \| #321	Tragic 51.5%
Vision	0.0 /100 \| #337	Tragic 3.2%
Hearing	0.0 /100 \| #333	Tragic 4.3%
Cognitive	0.1 /100 \| #287	Tragic 18.1%
Ambulatory	0.0 /100 \| #337	Tragic 8.2%
Self-Care	0.0 /100 \| #333	Tragic 3.0%

Common Questions

What are the strongest characteristics of Dutch West Indians in the United States?

The strongest characteristics of Dutch West Indians in the United States are:

Percentage of Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available

7.1%

(99.3/100)

Percentage of Households with 3 or More Vehicles Available

20.9%

(97.8/100)

Percentage of Population with at least Nursery School Education

98.0%

(70.2/100)

Percentage of Population with at least Kindergarten Education

98.0%

(70.1/100)

Percentage of Population with at least 1st Grade Education

98.0%

(69.8/100)

What are the most vital challenges facing Dutch West Indians in the United States?

The most vital challenges facing Dutch West Indians in the United States are:

Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 45 and 54

78.2%

(0.0/100)

Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 35 and 44

80.4%

(0.0/100)

Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 64

75.5%

(0.0/100)

Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34

81.0%

(0.0/100)

Percentage of Population with Ambulatory Disability

8.2%

(0.0/100)

What is Dutch West Indian per capita income in the United States?

Dutch West Indian per capita income in the United States is $35,922, which is tragic, ranking it 317th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian median family income in the United States?

Dutch West Indian median family income in the United States is $81,852, which is tragic, ranking it 329th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian median household income in the United States?

Dutch West Indian median household income in the United States is $68,412, which is tragic, ranking it 329th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian median earnings in the United States?

Dutch West Indian median earnings in the United States is $40,107, which is tragic, ranking it 318th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian median male earnings in the United States?

Dutch West Indian median male earnings in the United States is $46,656, which is tragic, ranking it 306th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian median female earnings in the United States?

Dutch West Indian median female earnings in the United States is $34,106, which is tragic, ranking it 325th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian wage/income gap percentage in the United States?

Dutch West Indian wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 26.3%, which is fair, ranking it 199th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian poverty level in the United States?

Dutch West Indian poverty level in the United States is 15.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 310th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian poverty level among families in the United States?

Dutch West Indian poverty level among families in the United States is 11.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 299th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian poverty level among males in the United States?

Dutch West Indian poverty level among males in the United States is 14.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 307th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian poverty level among females in the United States?

Dutch West Indian poverty level among females in the United States is 17.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 314th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?

Dutch West Indian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 21.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 311th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian poverty level among single males in the United States?

Dutch West Indian poverty level among single males in the United States is 16.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 316th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian poverty level among single females in the United States?

Dutch West Indian poverty level among single females in the United States is 27.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 327th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian poverty level among single fathers in the United States?

Dutch West Indian poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 19.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 318th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian poverty level among single mothers in the United States?

Dutch West Indian poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 36.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 332nd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 14.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 267th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian unemployment in the United States?

Dutch West Indian unemployment in the United States is 5.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 244th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian unemployment rate among males in the United States?

Dutch West Indian unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 258th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?

Dutch West Indian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 257th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of family households in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of family households in the United States is 64.3%, which is average, ranking it 172nd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of family households with children in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of family households with children in the United States is 27.2%, which is poor, ranking it 209th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 44.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 225th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian average family size in the United States?

Dutch West Indian average family size in the United States is 3.23, which is average, ranking it 167th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of single father households in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 282nd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of single mother households in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of single mother households in the United States is 7.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 247th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of population currently married in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of population currently married in the United States is 45.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 214th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 14.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 335th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 38.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 297th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of population with a disability in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 14.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 338th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of males with a disability in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 14.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 335th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Dutch West Indian percentage of females with a disability in the United States?

Dutch West Indian percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 15.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 338th 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.

Dutch West Indian Social Profile

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