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SOCIAL INDEX
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SOCIAL RATING
316th/ 347
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Navajo Geographic Distribution
Navajo Income
In terms of income, Navajo residing in the United States exhibit better wage/income gap percentage (22.4%), median male earnings ($42,098), and median earnings ($36,999), but there is room for improvement in household income with householder under the age of 25 ($42,380), median household income ($59,159), and per capita income ($29,031).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 0.0 /100 | #347 | Tragic $29,031 |
| Median Family Income | 0.0 /100 | #345 | Tragic $70,989 |
| Median Household Income | 0.0 /100 | #346 | Tragic $59,159 |
| Median Earnings | 0.0 /100 | #340 | Tragic $36,999 |
| Median Male Earnings | 0.0 /100 | #340 | Tragic $42,098 |
| Median Female Earnings | 0.0 /100 | #341 | Tragic $33,046 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 0.0 /100 | #345 | Tragic $42,380 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 0.0 /100 | #345 | Tragic $66,529 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 0.0 /100 | #345 | Tragic $69,759 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 0.0 /100 | #339 | Tragic $47,722 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 100.0 /100 | #59 | Exceptional 22.4% |
Navajo Poverty
In terms of poverty, Navajo residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps (21.1%), poverty level (23.1%), and poverty level among families (18.8%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level (23.1%), poverty level among families (18.8%), and poverty level among males (22.3%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 0.0 /100 | #345 | Tragic 23.1% |
| Families | 0.0 /100 | #345 | Tragic 18.8% |
| Males | 0.0 /100 | #346 | Tragic 22.3% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #345 | Tragic 23.9% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 0.0 /100 | #344 | Tragic 30.3% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #341 | Tragic 23.3% |
| Children Under 5 years | 0.0 /100 | #345 | Tragic 31.6% |
| Children Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #344 | Tragic 30.2% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #343 | Tragic 30.3% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 0.0 /100 | #344 | Tragic 30.5% |
| Single Males | 0.0 /100 | #345 | Tragic 25.3% |
| Single Females | 0.0 /100 | #342 | Tragic 31.7% |
| Single Fathers | 0.0 /100 | #344 | Tragic 29.2% |
| Single Mothers | 0.0 /100 | #342 | Tragic 40.2% |
| Married Couples | 0.0 /100 | #344 | Tragic 11.9% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 0.0 /100 | #339 | Tragic 17.5% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 0.0 /100 | #341 | Tragic 19.4% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 0.0 /100 | #336 | Tragic 21.1% |
Navajo Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Navajo residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (9.1%), unemployment (8.4%), and unemployment rate among males (9.8%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment (8.4%), unemployment rate among males (9.8%), and unemploymnet rate among females (7.3%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 0.0 /100 | #339 | Tragic 8.4% |
| Males | 0.0 /100 | #341 | Tragic 9.8% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #337 | Tragic 7.3% |
| Youth < 25 | 0.0 /100 | #343 | Tragic 18.6% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 0.0 /100 | #343 | Tragic 29.0% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 0.0 /100 | #341 | Tragic 16.1% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 0.0 /100 | #342 | Tragic 12.2% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #341 | Tragic 10.6% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 0.0 /100 | #342 | Tragic 9.3% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 0.0 /100 | #335 | Tragic 6.7% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 0.0 /100 | #336 | Tragic 6.7% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 0.0 /100 | #337 | Tragic 6.3% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 0.0 /100 | #342 | Tragic 6.9% |
| Seniors > 65 | 0.0 /100 | #342 | Tragic 6.7% |
| Seniors > 75 | 6.1 /100 | #225 | Tragic 9.1% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 0.0 /100 | #339 | Tragic 13.5% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 0.0 /100 | #341 | Tragic 14.2% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 0.0 /100 | #339 | Tragic 8.2% |
Navajo Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Navajo residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (32.1%), labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (56.6%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (69.2%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (56.6%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (69.2%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (64.8%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 0.0 /100 | #347 | Tragic 56.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 0.0 /100 | #346 | Tragic 69.2% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 0.0 /100 | #308 | Tragic 32.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 0.0 /100 | #347 | Tragic 64.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 0.0 /100 | #345 | Tragic 74.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 0.0 /100 | #347 | Tragic 73.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 0.0 /100 | #347 | Tragic 73.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 0.0 /100 | #347 | Tragic 72.8% |
Navajo Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Navajo residing in the United States exhibit better average family size (3.65), percentage of family households (66.4%), and percentage of population currently divorced or separated (12.0%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of births to unmarried women (51.5%), percentage of single father households (3.2%), and percentage of population currently married (39.0%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 100.0 /100 | #50 | Exceptional 66.4% |
| Family Households with Children | 3.2 /100 | #241 | Tragic 26.9% |
| Married-couple Households | 0.0 /100 | #324 | Tragic 40.1% |
| Average Family Size | 100.0 /100 | #5 | Exceptional 3.65 |
| Single Father Households | 0.0 /100 | #331 | Tragic 3.2% |
| Single Mother Households | 0.0 /100 | #337 | Tragic 8.8% |
| Currently Married | 0.0 /100 | #341 | Tragic 39.0% |
| Divorced or Separated | 63.9 /100 | #163 | Good 12.0% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 0.0 /100 | #344 | Tragic 51.5% |
Navajo Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Navajo residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (8.2%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (22.3%), and percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (90.8%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (55.3%), percentage of households with no vehicle available (9.4%), and percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (90.8%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 94.2 /100 | #115 | Exceptional 9.4% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 95.8 /100 | #111 | Exceptional 90.8% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 50.0 /100 | #174 | Average 55.3% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #59 | Exceptional 22.3% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 100.0 /100 | #30 | Exceptional 8.2% |
Navajo Education Level
In terms of education level, Navajo residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 1st grade education (97.9%), percentage of population with at least kindergarten education (98.0%), and percentage of population with at least 2nd grade education (97.9%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least associate's degree education (32.6%), percentage of population with at least bachelor's degree education (23.6%), and percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (87.1%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 36.5 /100 | #187 | Fair 2.1% |
| Nursery School | 50.0 /100 | #174 | Average 98.0% |
| Kindergarten | 54.4 /100 | #168 | Average 98.0% |
| 1st Grade | 56.6 /100 | #166 | Average 97.9% |
| 2nd Grade | 54.3 /100 | #170 | Average 97.9% |
| 3rd Grade | 50.0 /100 | #174 | Average 97.8% |
| 4th Grade | 30.7 /100 | #191 | Fair 97.4% |
| 5th Grade | 29.0 /100 | #193 | Fair 97.2% |
| 6th Grade | 7.3 /100 | #218 | Tragic 96.8% |
| 7th Grade | 17.0 /100 | #207 | Poor 95.8% |
| 8th Grade | 5.7 /100 | #226 | Tragic 95.3% |
| 9th Grade | 0.3 /100 | #266 | Tragic 93.9% |
| 10th Grade | 0.1 /100 | #277 | Tragic 92.3% |
| 11th Grade | 0.0 /100 | #297 | Tragic 90.0% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 0.0 /100 | #317 | Tragic 87.1% |
| High School Diploma | 0.0 /100 | #307 | Tragic 85.2% |
| GED/Equivalency | 0.0 /100 | #304 | Tragic 81.5% |
| College, Under 1 year | 0.0 /100 | #326 | Tragic 56.3% |
| College, 1 year or more | 0.0 /100 | #322 | Tragic 50.8% |
| Associate's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #340 | Tragic 32.6% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #344 | Tragic 23.6% |
| Master's Degree | 0.0 /100 | #341 | Tragic 9.4% |
| Professional Degree | 0.0 /100 | #338 | Tragic 2.9% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.1 /100 | #316 | Tragic 1.4% |
Navajo Disability
In terms of disability, Navajo residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability between the ages 5 and 17 (5.4%), percentage of population with cognitive disability (18.8%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (8.1%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability between the ages 65 and 75 (33.3%), percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (58.3%), and percentage of population with vision disability (3.1%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 0.0 /100 | #330 | Tragic 14.3% |
| Males | 0.0 /100 | #330 | Tragic 14.4% |
| Females | 0.0 /100 | #325 | Tragic 14.2% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 0.0 /100 | #308 | Tragic 1.6% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 90.9 /100 | #137 | Exceptional 5.4% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 0.0 /100 | #320 | Tragic 8.1% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 0.0 /100 | #330 | Tragic 15.5% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 0.0 /100 | #343 | Tragic 33.3% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 0.0 /100 | #344 | Tragic 58.3% |
| Vision | 0.0 /100 | #335 | Tragic 3.1% |
| Hearing | 0.0 /100 | #341 | Tragic 4.6% |
| Cognitive | 0.0 /100 | #329 | Tragic 18.8% |
| Ambulatory | 0.0 /100 | #324 | Tragic 7.5% |
| Self-Care | 0.0 /100 | #321 | Tragic 2.9% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Navajo in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Navajo in the United States are:
#1
Average Family Size
3.65
(100.0/100)
#2
Percentage of Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available
8.2%
(100.0/100)
#3
Percentage of Family Households
66.4%
(100.0/100)
#4
Wage/Income Gap Percentage
22.4%
(100.0/100)
#5
Percentage of Households with 3 or More Vehicles Available
22.3%
(100.0/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Navajo in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Navajo in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Births to Unmarried Women
51.5%
(0.0/100)
#2
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 45 and 54
72.8%
(0.0/100)
#3
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 24
64.8%
(0.0/100)
#4
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 35 and 44
73.8%
(0.0/100)
#5
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 64
69.2%
(0.0/100)
What is Navajo per capita income in the United States?
Navajo per capita income in the United States is $29,031, which is tragic, ranking it 347th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo median family income in the United States?
Navajo median family income in the United States is $70,989, which is tragic, ranking it 345th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo median household income in the United States?
Navajo median household income in the United States is $59,159, which is tragic, ranking it 346th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo median earnings in the United States?
Navajo median earnings in the United States is $36,999, which is tragic, ranking it 340th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo median male earnings in the United States?
Navajo median male earnings in the United States is $42,098, which is tragic, ranking it 340th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo median female earnings in the United States?
Navajo median female earnings in the United States is $33,046, which is tragic, ranking it 341st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Navajo wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 22.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 59th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo poverty level in the United States?
Navajo poverty level in the United States is 23.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 345th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo poverty level among families in the United States?
Navajo poverty level among families in the United States is 18.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 345th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo poverty level among males in the United States?
Navajo poverty level among males in the United States is 22.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 346th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo poverty level among females in the United States?
Navajo poverty level among females in the United States is 23.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 345th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Navajo poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 30.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 344th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo poverty level among single males in the United States?
Navajo poverty level among single males in the United States is 25.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 345th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo poverty level among single females in the United States?
Navajo poverty level among single females in the United States is 31.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 342nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Navajo poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 29.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 344th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Navajo poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 40.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 342nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Navajo percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 21.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 336th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo unemployment in the United States?
Navajo unemployment in the United States is 8.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 339th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Navajo unemployment rate among males in the United States is 9.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 341st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Navajo unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 7.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 337th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo percentage of family households in the United States?
Navajo percentage of family households in the United States is 66.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 50th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Navajo percentage of family households with children in the United States is 26.9%, which is tragic, ranking it 241st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Navajo percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 40.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 324th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo average family size in the United States?
Navajo average family size in the United States is 3.65, which is exceptional, ranking it 5th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo percentage of single father households in the United States?
Navajo percentage of single father households in the United States is 3.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 331st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Navajo percentage of single mother households in the United States is 8.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 337th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Navajo percentage of population currently married in the United States is 39.0%, which is tragic, ranking it 341st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Navajo percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.0%, which is good, ranking it 163rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Navajo percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 51.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 344th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Navajo percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 14.3%, which is tragic, ranking it 330th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Navajo percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 14.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 330th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Navajo percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Navajo percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 14.2%, which is tragic, ranking it 325th 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.