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SOCIAL INDEX
29.2/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
230th/ 347
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Fijian Geographic Distribution
Fijian Income
In terms of income, Fijians residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (22.9%), household income with householder over the age of 65 ($56,768), and household income with householder under the age of 25 ($50,132), but there is room for improvement in median female earnings ($35,114), median earnings ($40,193), and median male earnings ($45,607).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 0.0 /100 | #308 | Tragic $36,690 |
| Median Family Income | 0.0 /100 | #294 | Tragic $87,387 |
| Median Household Income | 0.1 /100 | #289 | Tragic $74,205 |
| Median Earnings | 0.0 /100 | #317 | Tragic $40,193 |
| Median Male Earnings | 0.0 /100 | #321 | Tragic $45,607 |
| Median Female Earnings | 0.0 /100 | #306 | Tragic $35,114 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 0.6 /100 | #264 | Tragic $50,132 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 0.0 /100 | #310 | Tragic $79,956 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 0.1 /100 | #297 | Tragic $85,187 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 1.2 /100 | #238 | Tragic $56,768 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 99.9 /100 | #75 | Exceptional 22.9% |
Fijian Poverty
In terms of poverty, Fijians residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single fathers (15.7%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (11.8%), and poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (10.7%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among females between the ages 25 and 34 (15.9%), poverty level among single mothers (31.6%), and poverty level among single females (23.1%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 0.8 /100 | #232 | Tragic 13.7% |
| Families | 2.1 /100 | #233 | Tragic 10.1% |
| Males | 0.6 /100 | #233 | Tragic 12.6% |
| Females | 1.1 /100 | #234 | Tragic 14.9% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 59.1 /100 | #168 | Average 20.0% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #279 | Tragic 15.9% |
| Children Under 5 years | 0.3 /100 | #254 | Tragic 19.9% |
| Children Under 16 years | 1.1 /100 | #233 | Tragic 18.4% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 1.8 /100 | #230 | Tragic 18.3% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 1.1 /100 | #234 | Tragic 18.6% |
| Single Males | 0.3 /100 | #262 | Tragic 13.8% |
| Single Females | 0.2 /100 | #268 | Tragic 23.1% |
| Single Fathers | 96.8 /100 | #101 | Exceptional 15.7% |
| Single Mothers | 0.1 /100 | #273 | Tragic 31.6% |
| Married Couples | 2.5 /100 | #240 | Tragic 5.8% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 75.6 /100 | #153 | Good 10.7% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 83.8 /100 | #124 | Excellent 11.8% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 4.3 /100 | #225 | Tragic 13.0% |
Fijian Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Fijians residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (6.6%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 60 and 64 (3.9%), and unemployment rate amomg seniors over the age of 65 (4.2%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 6 (9.3%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (4.9%), and unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (8.7%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 97.6 /100 | #82 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Males | 78.3 /100 | #142 | Good 5.2% |
| Females | 99.9 /100 | #21 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Youth < 25 | 90.2 /100 | #113 | Exceptional 11.3% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 99.8 /100 | #42 | Exceptional 16.3% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 95.3 /100 | #99 | Exceptional 10.0% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 99.3 /100 | #41 | Exceptional 6.1% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 99.0 /100 | #39 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 8.7 /100 | #212 | Tragic 4.9% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 100.0 /100 | #2 | Exceptional 3.8% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 100.0 /100 | #1 | Exceptional 4.1% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 100.0 /100 | #2 | Exceptional 3.9% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 100.0 /100 | #3 | Exceptional 4.5% |
| Seniors > 65 | 100.0 /100 | #3 | Exceptional 4.2% |
| Seniors > 75 | 56.4 /100 | #169 | Average 8.7% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 0.0 /100 | #314 | Tragic 9.3% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 100.0 /100 | #2 | Exceptional 6.6% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 96.9 /100 | #67 | Exceptional 5.1% |
Fijian Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Fijians residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (40.4%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (77.4%), and labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (64.8%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (80.2%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (82.9%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (82.9%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 14.1 /100 | #211 | Poor 64.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 0.1 /100 | #262 | Tragic 78.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 100.0 /100 | #56 | Exceptional 40.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 100.0 /100 | #44 | Exceptional 77.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 0.0 /100 | #299 | Tragic 82.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 0.0 /100 | #278 | Tragic 83.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 0.0 /100 | #285 | Tragic 82.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 0.0 /100 | #300 | Tragic 80.2% |
Fijian Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Fijians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of family households with children (29.0%), average family size (3.36), and percentage of family households (65.9%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of single father households (3.0%), percentage of population currently divorced or separated (12.6%), and percentage of single mother households (7.2%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 99.9 /100 | #66 | Exceptional 65.9% |
| Family Households with Children | 100.0 /100 | #45 | Exceptional 29.0% |
| Married-couple Households | 29.2 /100 | #187 | Fair 46.1% |
| Average Family Size | 100.0 /100 | #52 | Exceptional 3.36 |
| Single Father Households | 0.0 /100 | #324 | Tragic 3.0% |
| Single Mother Households | 0.6 /100 | #242 | Tragic 7.2% |
| Currently Married | 30.3 /100 | #189 | Fair 46.3% |
| Divorced or Separated | 0.4 /100 | #268 | Tragic 12.6% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 31.1 /100 | #193 | Fair 32.3% |
Fijian Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Fijians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (7.8%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (22.2%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (57.6%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (90.5%), percentage of households with no vehicle available (9.5%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (57.6%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 92.7 /100 | #119 | Exceptional 9.5% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 91.8 /100 | #123 | Exceptional 90.5% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 98.4 /100 | #100 | Exceptional 57.6% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 99.9 /100 | #62 | Exceptional 22.2% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #43 | Exceptional 7.8% |
Fijian Education Level
In terms of education level, Fijians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 1st grade education (97.5%), percentage of population with at least 2nd grade education (97.5%), and percentage of population with at least kindergarten education (97.5%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least 11th grade education (90.0%), percentage of population with at least college, under 1 year education (57.7%), and percentage of population with at least 10th grade education (91.5%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 0.4 /100 | #266 | Tragic 2.5% |
| Nursery School | 0.3 /100 | #263 | Tragic 97.6% |
| Kindergarten | 0.5 /100 | #260 | Tragic 97.5% |
| 1st Grade | 0.5 /100 | #259 | Tragic 97.5% |
| 2nd Grade | 0.5 /100 | #259 | Tragic 97.5% |
| 3rd Grade | 0.2 /100 | #269 | Tragic 97.3% |
| 4th Grade | 0.1 /100 | #272 | Tragic 96.9% |
| 5th Grade | 0.1 /100 | #283 | Tragic 96.6% |
| 6th Grade | 0.1 /100 | #284 | Tragic 96.2% |
| 7th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #293 | Tragic 94.7% |
| 8th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #295 | Tragic 94.2% |
| 9th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #297 | Tragic 93.1% |
| 10th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #297 | Tragic 91.5% |
| 11th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #296 | Tragic 90.0% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 0.0 /100 | #296 | Tragic 88.2% |
| High School Diploma | 0.0 /100 | #290 | Tragic 86.0% |
| GED/Equivalency | 0.0 /100 | #300 | Tragic 81.6% |
| College, Under 1 year | 0.0 /100 | #307 | Tragic 57.7% |
| College, 1 year or more | 0.0 /100 | #314 | Tragic 51.3% |
| Associate's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #319 | Tragic 37.4% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #323 | Tragic 28.7% |
| Master's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #330 | Tragic 10.3% |
| Professional Degree | 0.0 /100 | #336 | Tragic 2.9% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0 /100 | #343 | Tragic 1.1% |
Fijian Disability
In terms of disability, Fijians residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.2%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 5 and 17 (5.7%), and percentage of population with cognitive disability (17.7%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability between the ages 65 and 75 (27.0%), percentage of population with a disability (12.8%), and percentage of males with a disability (12.6%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 0.0 /100 | #279 | Tragic 12.8% |
| Males | 0.0 /100 | #275 | Tragic 12.6% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #286 | Tragic 13.1% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 84.7 /100 | #135 | Excellent 1.2% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 31.7 /100 | #186 | Fair 5.7% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 0.6 /100 | #250 | Tragic 7.2% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 0.0 /100 | #288 | Tragic 13.2% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 0.0 /100 | #297 | Tragic 27.0% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 0.2 /100 | #271 | Tragic 49.0% |
| Vision | 0.1 /100 | #261 | Tragic 2.4% |
| Hearing | 0.0 /100 | #272 | Tragic 3.5% |
| Cognitive | 3.4 /100 | #224 | Tragic 17.7% |
| Ambulatory | 0.0 /100 | #285 | Tragic 6.8% |
| Self-Care | 0.0 /100 | #284 | Tragic 2.7% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Fijians in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Fijians in the United States are:
#1
Unemployment Rate Among Women with Children Between the Ages 6 and 17
6.6%
(100.0/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 60 and 64
3.9%
(100.0/100)
#3
Unemployment Rate Amomg Seniors Over the Age of 65
4.2%
(100.0/100)
#4
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 65 and 74
4.5%
(100.0/100)
#5
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 55 and 59
4.1%
(100.0/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Fijians in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Fijians in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Single Father Households
3.0%
(0.0/100)
#2
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 45 and 54
80.2%
(0.0/100)
#3
Unemployment Rate Among Women with Children Under the Age of 6
9.3%
(0.0/100)
#4
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 25 and 29
82.9%
(0.0/100)
#5
Percentage of Population with at least 11th Grade Education
90.0%
(0.0/100)
What is Fijian per capita income in the United States?
Fijian per capita income in the United States is $36,690, which is tragic, ranking it 308th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian median family income in the United States?
Fijian median family income in the United States is $87,387, which is tragic, ranking it 294th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian median household income in the United States?
Fijian median household income in the United States is $74,205, which is tragic, ranking it 289th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian median earnings in the United States?
Fijian median earnings in the United States is $40,193, which is tragic, ranking it 317th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian median male earnings in the United States?
Fijian median male earnings in the United States is $45,607, which is tragic, ranking it 321st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian median female earnings in the United States?
Fijian median female earnings in the United States is $35,114, which is tragic, ranking it 306th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Fijian wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 22.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 75th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian poverty level in the United States?
Fijian poverty level in the United States is 13.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 232nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian poverty level among families in the United States?
Fijian poverty level among families in the United States is 10.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 233rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian poverty level among males in the United States?
Fijian poverty level among males in the United States is 12.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 233rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian poverty level among females in the United States?
Fijian poverty level among females in the United States is 14.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 234th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Fijian poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 18.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 233rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian poverty level among single males in the United States?
Fijian poverty level among single males in the United States is 13.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 262nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian poverty level among single females in the United States?
Fijian poverty level among single females in the United States is 23.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 268th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Fijian poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 15.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 101st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Fijian poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 31.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 273rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Fijian percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 13.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 225th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian unemployment in the United States?
Fijian unemployment in the United States is 5.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 82nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Fijian unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.2%, which is good, ranking it 142nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Fijian unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 4.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 21st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian percentage of family households in the United States?
Fijian percentage of family households in the United States is 65.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 66th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Fijian percentage of family households with children in the United States is 29.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 45th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Fijian percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 46.1%, which is fair, ranking it 187th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian average family size in the United States?
Fijian average family size in the United States is 3.36, which is exceptional, ranking it 52nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian percentage of single father households in the United States?
Fijian percentage of single father households in the United States is 3.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 324th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Fijian percentage of single mother households in the United States is 7.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 242nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Fijian percentage of population currently married in the United States is 46.3%, which is fair, ranking it 189th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Fijian percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 268th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Fijian percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 32.3%, which is fair, ranking it 193rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Fijian percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 12.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 279th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Fijian percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 12.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 275th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Fijian percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Fijian percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 13.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 286th 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.