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SOCIAL INDEX
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SOCIAL RATING
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Icelander Geographic Distribution
Icelander Income
In terms of income, Icelanders residing in the United States exhibit better per capita income ($44,987), household income with householder between the ages 45 and 64 ($102,261), and median male earnings ($55,415), but there is room for improvement in wage/income gap percentage (27.5%), household income with householder under the age of 25 ($51,247), and median female earnings ($39,109).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 81.6 /100 | #144 | Excellent $44,987 |
| Median Family Income | 69.4 /100 | #161 | Good $104,282 |
| Median Household Income | 61.0 /100 | #168 | Good $85,797 |
| Median Earnings | 66.3 /100 | #163 | Good $46,916 |
| Median Male Earnings | 71.2 /100 | #157 | Good $55,415 |
| Median Female Earnings | 22.7 /100 | #199 | Fair $39,109 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 9.1 /100 | #215 | Tragic $51,247 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 63.4 /100 | #160 | Good $95,560 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 72.5 /100 | #160 | Good $102,261 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 57.9 /100 | #161 | Average $61,270 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 1.8 /100 | #259 | Tragic 27.5% |
Icelander Poverty
In terms of poverty, Icelanders residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single fathers (14.5%), poverty level among married-couple families (4.5%), and percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps (10.5%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (21.5%), poverty level among single females (21.6%), and poverty level among single mothers (29.5%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 77.9 /100 | #144 | Good 11.9% |
| Families | 90.3 /100 | #126 | Exceptional 8.3% |
| Males | 68.5 /100 | #147 | Good 11.0% |
| Females | 81.1 /100 | #141 | Excellent 13.0% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 0.3 /100 | #263 | Tragic 21.5% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 65.7 /100 | #161 | Good 13.3% |
| Children Under 5 years | 87.9 /100 | #133 | Excellent 16.3% |
| Children Under 16 years | 82.5 /100 | #143 | Excellent 15.4% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 87.5 /100 | #136 | Excellent 15.5% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 82.4 /100 | #148 | Excellent 15.7% |
| Single Males | 88.2 /100 | #121 | Excellent 12.5% |
| Single Females | 14.0 /100 | #211 | Poor 21.6% |
| Single Fathers | 100.0 /100 | #31 | Exceptional 14.5% |
| Single Mothers | 26.1 /100 | #194 | Fair 29.5% |
| Married Couples | 99.0 /100 | #80 | Exceptional 4.5% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 94.4 /100 | #103 | Exceptional 10.3% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 85.7 /100 | #117 | Excellent 11.7% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 95.4 /100 | #113 | Exceptional 10.5% |
Icelander Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Icelanders residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (7.0%), unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (8.1%), and unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 6 (6.9%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (5.4%), unemployment rate amomg seniors over the age of 65 (5.2%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (5.3%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 98.9 /100 | #62 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Males | 97.6 /100 | #65 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Females | 98.8 /100 | #57 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Youth < 25 | 96.3 /100 | #81 | Exceptional 11.2% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 93.4 /100 | #113 | Exceptional 17.0% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 98.3 /100 | #79 | Exceptional 9.9% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 96.6 /100 | #77 | Exceptional 6.3% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 87.2 /100 | #107 | Excellent 5.3% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 96.8 /100 | #66 | Exceptional 4.4% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 93.5 /100 | #103 | Exceptional 4.4% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 87.7 /100 | #127 | Excellent 4.7% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 99.1 /100 | #80 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 14.2 /100 | #205 | Poor 5.4% |
| Seniors > 65 | 45.9 /100 | #177 | Average 5.2% |
| Seniors > 75 | 100.0 /100 | #15 | Exceptional 7.0% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 99.8 /100 | #57 | Exceptional 6.9% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 100.0 /100 | #46 | Exceptional 8.1% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 96.6 /100 | #70 | Exceptional 5.1% |
Icelander Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Icelanders residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (40.8%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (76.9%), and labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (65.6%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (84.0%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (82.8%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (84.7%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 94.3 /100 | #131 | Exceptional 65.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 75.1 /100 | #149 | Good 79.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 100.0 /100 | #48 | Exceptional 40.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 99.9 /100 | #66 | Exceptional 76.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 68.2 /100 | #146 | Good 84.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 56.8 /100 | #164 | Average 84.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 6.7 /100 | #221 | Tragic 84.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 51.8 /100 | #172 | Average 82.8% |
Icelander Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Icelanders residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single mother households (6.0%), percentage of births to unmarried women (30.3%), and percentage of population currently married (47.3%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of family households (63.3%), average family size (3.19), and percentage of single father households (2.3%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 0.8 /100 | #257 | Tragic 63.3% |
| Family Households with Children | 75.3 /100 | #154 | Good 27.6% |
| Married-couple Households | 79.5 /100 | #148 | Good 47.0% |
| Average Family Size | 5.2 /100 | #230 | Tragic 3.19 |
| Single Father Households | 63.1 /100 | #168 | Good 2.3% |
| Single Mother Households | 86.9 /100 | #138 | Excellent 6.0% |
| Currently Married | 82.4 /100 | #131 | Excellent 47.3% |
| Divorced or Separated | 66.0 /100 | #158 | Good 12.0% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 86.0 /100 | #128 | Excellent 30.3% |
Icelander Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Icelanders residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (7.4%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (21.5%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (58.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with no vehicle available (9.6%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (90.5%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (58.0%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 90.2 /100 | #126 | Exceptional 9.6% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 92.1 /100 | #121 | Exceptional 90.5% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 99.2 /100 | #83 | Exceptional 58.0% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 99.6 /100 | #84 | Exceptional 21.5% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 99.9 /100 | #74 | Exceptional 7.4% |
Icelander Education Level
In terms of education level, Icelanders residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 6th grade education (97.6%), percentage of population with no schooling (1.7%), and percentage of population with at least 11th grade education (93.6%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least master's degree education (15.5%), percentage of population with at least bachelor's degree education (39.5%), and percentage of population with at least associate's degree education (48.3%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 99.3 /100 | #81 | Exceptional 1.7% |
| Nursery School | 99.2 /100 | #81 | Exceptional 98.3% |
| Kindergarten | 99.2 /100 | #81 | Exceptional 98.3% |
| 1st Grade | 99.1 /100 | #82 | Exceptional 98.3% |
| 2nd Grade | 99.2 /100 | #81 | Exceptional 98.2% |
| 3rd Grade | 99.1 /100 | #81 | Exceptional 98.1% |
| 4th Grade | 99.1 /100 | #82 | Exceptional 98.0% |
| 5th Grade | 99.2 /100 | #81 | Exceptional 97.8% |
| 6th Grade | 99.3 /100 | #78 | Exceptional 97.6% |
| 7th Grade | 99.1 /100 | #83 | Exceptional 96.7% |
| 8th Grade | 99.2 /100 | #83 | Exceptional 96.5% |
| 9th Grade | 99.1 /100 | #85 | Exceptional 95.7% |
| 10th Grade | 99.1 /100 | #84 | Exceptional 94.7% |
| 11th Grade | 99.3 /100 | #83 | Exceptional 93.6% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 98.5 /100 | #96 | Exceptional 92.3% |
| High School Diploma | 98.5 /100 | #95 | Exceptional 90.5% |
| GED/Equivalency | 95.7 /100 | #107 | Exceptional 87.1% |
| College, Under 1 year | 98.1 /100 | #90 | Exceptional 68.3% |
| College, 1 year or more | 96.8 /100 | #100 | Exceptional 62.1% |
| Associate's Degree | 90.8 /100 | #131 | Exceptional 48.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 86.5 /100 | #137 | Excellent 39.5% |
| Master's Degree | 76.8 /100 | #153 | Good 15.5% |
| Professional Degree | 91.5 /100 | #130 | Exceptional 4.8% |
| Doctorate Degree | 96.0 /100 | #118 | Exceptional 2.1% |
Icelander Disability
In terms of disability, Icelanders residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with self-care disability (2.4%), percentage of population with ambulatory disability (5.9%), and percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (46.7%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (7.1%), percentage of population with hearing disability (3.2%), and percentage of population with cognitive disability (17.6%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 34.0 /100 | #182 | Fair 11.8% |
| Males | 10.1 /100 | #208 | Poor 11.6% |
| Females | 80.7 /100 | #151 | Excellent 12.0% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 76.3 /100 | #147 | Good 1.2% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 14.6 /100 | #200 | Poor 5.7% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 1.0 /100 | #243 | Tragic 7.1% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 39.7 /100 | #182 | Fair 11.4% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 54.3 /100 | #169 | Average 23.3% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 90.9 /100 | #128 | Exceptional 46.7% |
| Vision | 66.1 /100 | #163 | Good 2.1% |
| Hearing | 5.2 /100 | #224 | Tragic 3.2% |
| Cognitive | 6.4 /100 | #218 | Tragic 17.6% |
| Ambulatory | 92.6 /100 | #122 | Exceptional 5.9% |
| Self-Care | 97.4 /100 | #92 | Exceptional 2.4% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Icelanders in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Icelanders in the United States are:
#1
Unemployment Rate Among Seniors Over the Age of 75
7.0%
(100.0/100)
#2
Poverty Level Among Single Fathers
14.5%
(100.0/100)
#3
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 16 and 19
40.8%
(100.0/100)
#4
Unemployment Rate Among Women with Children Between the Ages 6 and 17
8.1%
(100.0/100)
#5
Percentage of Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available
7.4%
(99.9/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Icelanders in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Icelanders in the United States are:
#1
Poverty Level Among Females Between the Ages 18 and 24
21.5%
(0.3/100)
#2
Percentage of Family Households
63.3%
(0.8/100)
#3
Percentage of Population with a Disability Between the Ages 18 and 35
7.1%
(1.0/100)
#4
Wage/Income Gap Percentage
27.5%
(1.8/100)
#5
Average Family Size
3.19
(5.2/100)
What is Icelander per capita income in the United States?
Icelander per capita income in the United States is $44,987, which is excellent, ranking it 144th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander median family income in the United States?
Icelander median family income in the United States is $104,282, which is good, ranking it 161st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander median household income in the United States?
Icelander median household income in the United States is $85,797, which is good, ranking it 168th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander median earnings in the United States?
Icelander median earnings in the United States is $46,916, which is good, ranking it 163rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander median male earnings in the United States?
Icelander median male earnings in the United States is $55,415, which is good, ranking it 157th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander median female earnings in the United States?
Icelander median female earnings in the United States is $39,109, which is fair, ranking it 199th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Icelander wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 27.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 259th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander poverty level in the United States?
Icelander poverty level in the United States is 11.9%, which is good, ranking it 144th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander poverty level among families in the United States?
Icelander poverty level among families in the United States is 8.3%, which is exceptional, ranking it 126th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander poverty level among males in the United States?
Icelander poverty level among males in the United States is 11.0%, which is good, ranking it 147th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander poverty level among females in the United States?
Icelander poverty level among females in the United States is 13.0%, which is excellent, ranking it 141st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Icelander poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 15.4%, which is excellent, ranking it 143rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander poverty level among single males in the United States?
Icelander poverty level among single males in the United States is 12.5%, which is excellent, ranking it 121st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander poverty level among single females in the United States?
Icelander poverty level among single females in the United States is 21.6%, which is poor, ranking it 211th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Icelander poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 14.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 31st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Icelander poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 29.5%, which is fair, ranking it 194th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Icelander percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 10.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 113th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander unemployment in the United States?
Icelander unemployment in the United States is 4.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 62nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Icelander unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 65th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Icelander unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 4.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 57th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander percentage of family households in the United States?
Icelander percentage of family households in the United States is 63.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 257th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Icelander percentage of family households with children in the United States is 27.6%, which is good, ranking it 154th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Icelander percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 47.0%, which is good, ranking it 148th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander average family size in the United States?
Icelander average family size in the United States is 3.19, which is tragic, ranking it 230th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander percentage of single father households in the United States?
Icelander percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.3%, which is good, ranking it 168th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Icelander percentage of single mother households in the United States is 6.0%, which is excellent, ranking it 138th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Icelander percentage of population currently married in the United States is 47.3%, which is excellent, ranking it 131st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Icelander percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.0%, which is good, ranking it 158th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Icelander percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 30.3%, which is excellent, ranking it 128th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Icelander percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 11.8%, which is fair, ranking it 182nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Icelander percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 11.6%, which is poor, ranking it 208th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Icelander percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Icelander percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 12.0%, which is excellent, ranking it 151st 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.