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SOCIAL INDEX
44.9/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
196th/ 347
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Hmong Geographic Distribution
Hmong Income
In terms of income, Hmong residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (27.7%), household income with householder over the age of 65 ($56,339), and household income with householder between the ages 25 and 44 ($84,258), but there is room for improvement in median female earnings ($35,498), household income with householder under the age of 25 ($49,364), and per capita income ($38,120).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 0.2 /100 | #276 | Tragic $38,120 |
| Median Family Income | 0.3 /100 | #265 | Tragic $91,296 |
| Median Household Income | 0.3 /100 | #270 | Tragic $75,839 |
| Median Earnings | 0.2 /100 | #280 | Tragic $42,111 |
| Median Male Earnings | 0.2 /100 | #279 | Tragic $48,254 |
| Median Female Earnings | 0.0 /100 | #297 | Tragic $35,498 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 0.1 /100 | #280 | Tragic $49,364 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 0.3 /100 | #267 | Tragic $84,258 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 0.2 /100 | #267 | Tragic $88,115 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 0.8 /100 | #244 | Tragic $56,339 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 1.0 /100 | #266 | Tragic 27.7% |
Hmong Poverty
In terms of poverty, Hmong residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single fathers (15.9%), poverty level among seniors over the age of 65 (10.4%), and percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps (10.9%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among single males (14.2%), poverty level among single females (23.1%), and poverty level among single mothers (31.2%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 15.0 /100 | #203 | Poor 12.8% |
| Families | 40.2 /100 | #181 | Average 9.1% |
| Males | 15.8 /100 | #196 | Poor 11.6% |
| Females | 21.1 /100 | #202 | Fair 13.9% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 55.4 /100 | #169 | Average 20.0% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 20.3 /100 | #200 | Fair 13.9% |
| Children Under 5 years | 5.0 /100 | #216 | Tragic 18.5% |
| Children Under 16 years | 14.0 /100 | #204 | Poor 17.1% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 38.4 /100 | #186 | Fair 16.6% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 10.6 /100 | #207 | Poor 17.5% |
| Single Males | 0.0 /100 | #280 | Tragic 14.2% |
| Single Females | 0.2 /100 | #269 | Tragic 23.1% |
| Single Fathers | 91.1 /100 | #126 | Exceptional 15.9% |
| Single Mothers | 0.3 /100 | #262 | Tragic 31.2% |
| Married Couples | 83.2 /100 | #144 | Excellent 5.0% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 90.0 /100 | #123 | Exceptional 10.4% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 70.8 /100 | #144 | Good 12.0% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 88.4 /100 | #139 | Excellent 10.9% |
Hmong Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Hmong residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (4.2%), unemployment rate amomg seniors over the age of 65 (4.2%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 60 and 64 (4.0%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (13.7%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (5.7%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (5.0%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 97.6 /100 | #83 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Males | 7.0 /100 | #212 | Tragic 5.5% |
| Females | 100.0 /100 | #5 | Exceptional 4.4% |
| Youth < 25 | 99.8 /100 | #36 | Exceptional 10.8% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 99.8 /100 | #40 | Exceptional 16.3% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 100.0 /100 | #19 | Exceptional 9.4% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 100.0 /100 | #6 | Exceptional 5.7% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 99.8 /100 | #23 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 3.5 /100 | #222 | Tragic 5.0% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 100.0 /100 | #1 | Exceptional 3.7% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 0.0 /100 | #317 | Tragic 5.7% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 100.0 /100 | #4 | Exceptional 4.0% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 100.0 /100 | #1 | Exceptional 4.2% |
| Seniors > 65 | 100.0 /100 | #2 | Exceptional 4.2% |
| Seniors > 75 | 0.0 /100 | #342 | Tragic 13.7% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 100.0 /100 | #38 | Exceptional 6.7% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 94.3 /100 | #128 | Exceptional 8.7% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 100.0 /100 | #2 | Exceptional 4.5% |
Hmong Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Hmong residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (76.5%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (38.7%), and labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (64.1%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (82.4%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (82.6%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (77.9%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 0.3 /100 | #273 | Tragic 64.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 0.0 /100 | #288 | Tragic 77.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 99.1 /100 | #101 | Exceptional 38.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 99.5 /100 | #82 | Exceptional 76.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 0.3 /100 | #249 | Tragic 83.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 0.0 /100 | #300 | Tragic 82.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 0.0 /100 | #297 | Tragic 82.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 0.3 /100 | #249 | Tragic 81.7% |
Hmong Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Hmong residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of family households with children (28.6%), percentage of births to unmarried women (27.7%), and percentage of family households (64.9%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population currently divorced or separated (12.3%), average family size (3.21), and percentage of single father households (2.4%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 93.4 /100 | #122 | Exceptional 64.9% |
| Family Households with Children | 99.9 /100 | #60 | Exceptional 28.6% |
| Married-couple Households | 76.2 /100 | #153 | Good 47.0% |
| Average Family Size | 20.7 /100 | #199 | Fair 3.21 |
| Single Father Households | 33.0 /100 | #188 | Fair 2.4% |
| Single Mother Households | 39.8 /100 | #179 | Fair 6.4% |
| Currently Married | 73.4 /100 | #144 | Good 47.1% |
| Divorced or Separated | 8.8 /100 | #227 | Tragic 12.3% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 99.5 /100 | #47 | Exceptional 27.7% |
Hmong Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Hmong residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (57.8%), percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (7.0%), and percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (21.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (89.6%), percentage of households with no vehicle available (10.4%), and percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (21.0%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 52.7 /100 | #171 | Average 10.4% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 45.8 /100 | #177 | Average 89.6% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 98.9 /100 | #95 | Exceptional 57.8% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 98.2 /100 | #98 | Exceptional 21.0% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 98.3 /100 | #104 | Exceptional 7.0% |
Hmong Education Level
In terms of education level, Hmong residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 6th grade education (97.4%), percentage of population with at least 5th grade education (97.6%), and percentage of population with at least 7th grade education (96.4%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least professional degree education (3.7%), percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (1.6%), and percentage of population with at least associate's degree education (43.4%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 88.5 /100 | #135 | Excellent 1.9% |
| Nursery School | 75.7 /100 | #147 | Good 98.1% |
| Kindergarten | 78.8 /100 | #145 | Good 98.1% |
| 1st Grade | 79.0 /100 | #145 | Good 98.0% |
| 2nd Grade | 80.0 /100 | #144 | Good 98.0% |
| 3rd Grade | 80.3 /100 | #142 | Excellent 97.9% |
| 4th Grade | 88.2 /100 | #133 | Excellent 97.7% |
| 5th Grade | 92.3 /100 | #126 | Exceptional 97.6% |
| 6th Grade | 94.4 /100 | #123 | Exceptional 97.4% |
| 7th Grade | 91.5 /100 | #133 | Exceptional 96.4% |
| 8th Grade | 89.7 /100 | #139 | Excellent 96.1% |
| 9th Grade | 87.7 /100 | #137 | Excellent 95.2% |
| 10th Grade | 86.6 /100 | #141 | Excellent 94.1% |
| 11th Grade | 78.6 /100 | #148 | Good 92.8% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 58.0 /100 | #166 | Average 91.3% |
| High School Diploma | 50.0 /100 | #174 | Average 89.1% |
| GED/Equivalency | 13.1 /100 | #207 | Poor 84.9% |
| College, Under 1 year | 6.8 /100 | #216 | Tragic 63.5% |
| College, 1 year or more | 5.4 /100 | #224 | Tragic 57.2% |
| Associate's Degree | 3.2 /100 | #228 | Tragic 43.4% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 3.4 /100 | #232 | Tragic 34.8% |
| Master's Degree | 4.0 /100 | #238 | Tragic 13.4% |
| Professional Degree | 1.6 /100 | #248 | Tragic 3.7% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.8 /100 | #246 | Tragic 1.6% |
Hmong Disability
In terms of disability, Hmong residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.1%), percentage of population with self-care disability (2.4%), and percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (48.2%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (8.1%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 5 and 17 (6.3%), and percentage of population with cognitive disability (18.4%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 0.0 /100 | #276 | Tragic 12.8% |
| Males | 0.0 /100 | #272 | Tragic 12.5% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #284 | Tragic 13.1% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 98.0 /100 | #79 | Exceptional 1.1% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 0.0 /100 | #309 | Tragic 6.3% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #317 | Tragic 8.1% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 0.0 /100 | #286 | Tragic 13.1% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 0.1 /100 | #269 | Tragic 25.7% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 3.8 /100 | #235 | Tragic 48.2% |
| Vision | 2.5 /100 | #228 | Tragic 2.3% |
| Hearing | 0.2 /100 | #256 | Tragic 3.4% |
| Cognitive | 0.0 /100 | #311 | Tragic 18.4% |
| Ambulatory | 0.3 /100 | #263 | Tragic 6.6% |
| Self-Care | 89.9 /100 | #126 | Excellent 2.4% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Hmong in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Hmong in the United States are:
#1
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 65 and 74
4.2%
(100.0/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Amomg Seniors Over the Age of 65
4.2%
(100.0/100)
#3
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 60 and 64
4.0%
(100.0/100)
#4
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 45 and 54
3.7%
(100.0/100)
#5
Unemploymnet Rate Among Females
4.4%
(100.0/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Hmong in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Hmong in the United States are:
#1
Unemployment Rate Among Seniors Over the Age of 75
13.7%
(0.0/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 55 and 59
5.7%
(0.0/100)
#3
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34
82.4%
(0.0/100)
#4
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 35 and 44
82.6%
(0.0/100)
#5
Percentage of Population with a Disability Between the Ages 18 and 35
8.1%
(0.0/100)
What is Hmong per capita income in the United States?
Hmong per capita income in the United States is $38,120, which is tragic, ranking it 276th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong median family income in the United States?
Hmong median family income in the United States is $91,296, which is tragic, ranking it 265th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong median household income in the United States?
Hmong median household income in the United States is $75,839, which is tragic, ranking it 270th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong median earnings in the United States?
Hmong median earnings in the United States is $42,111, which is tragic, ranking it 280th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong median male earnings in the United States?
Hmong median male earnings in the United States is $48,254, which is tragic, ranking it 279th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong median female earnings in the United States?
Hmong median female earnings in the United States is $35,498, which is tragic, ranking it 297th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Hmong wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 27.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 266th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong poverty level in the United States?
Hmong poverty level in the United States is 12.8%, which is poor, ranking it 203rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong poverty level among families in the United States?
Hmong poverty level among families in the United States is 9.1%, which is average, ranking it 181st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong poverty level among males in the United States?
Hmong poverty level among males in the United States is 11.6%, which is poor, ranking it 196th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong poverty level among females in the United States?
Hmong poverty level among females in the United States is 13.9%, which is fair, ranking it 202nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Hmong poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 17.1%, which is poor, ranking it 204th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong poverty level among single males in the United States?
Hmong poverty level among single males in the United States is 14.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 280th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong poverty level among single females in the United States?
Hmong poverty level among single females in the United States is 23.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 269th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Hmong poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 15.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 126th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Hmong poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 31.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 262nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Hmong percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 10.9%, which is excellent, ranking it 139th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong unemployment in the United States?
Hmong unemployment in the United States is 5.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 83rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Hmong unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 212th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Hmong unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 4.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 5th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of family households in the United States?
Hmong percentage of family households in the United States is 64.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 122nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Hmong percentage of family households with children in the United States is 28.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 60th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Hmong percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 47.0%, which is good, ranking it 153rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong average family size in the United States?
Hmong average family size in the United States is 3.21, which is fair, ranking it 199th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of single father households in the United States?
Hmong percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.4%, which is fair, ranking it 188th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Hmong percentage of single mother households in the United States is 6.4%, which is fair, ranking it 179th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Hmong percentage of population currently married in the United States is 47.1%, which is good, ranking it 144th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Hmong percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 227th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Hmong percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 27.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 47th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Hmong percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 12.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 276th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Hmong percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 12.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 272nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Hmong percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Hmong percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 13.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 284th 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.