In terms of income, Puget Sound Salish residing in the United States exhibit better household income with householder under the age of 25 ($55,543), wage/income gap percentage (25.3%), and median earnings ($46,333), but there is room for improvement in per capita income ($41,495), median family income ($97,958), and household income with householder over the age of 65 ($59,934).

Income Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Per Capita Income	8.1 /100 \| #219	Tragic $41,495
Median Family Income	8.2 /100 \| #210	Tragic $97,958
Median Household Income	33.2 /100 \| #186	Fair $84,011
Median Earnings	46.5 /100 \| #180	Average $46,333
Median Male Earnings	31.6 /100 \| #189	Fair $53,704
Median Female Earnings	33.9 /100 \| #190	Fair $39,376
Householder Age \| Under 25 years	100.0 /100 \| #50	Exceptional $55,543
Householder Age \| 25 - 44 years	37.7 /100 \| #181	Fair $93,661
Householder Age \| 45 - 64 years	27.0 /100 \| #197	Fair $98,340
Householder Age \| Over 65 years	25.3 /100 \| #190	Fair $59,934
Wage/Income Gap	73.0 /100 \| #159	Good 25.3%

Puget Sound Salish Poverty

In terms of poverty, Puget Sound Salish residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (18.0%), poverty level among single fathers (15.2%), and poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (10.8%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps (13.1%), poverty level among females between the ages 25 and 34 (14.3%), and poverty level among single males (12.8%).

Poverty Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Poverty	88.7 /100 \| #122	Excellent 11.7%
Families	88.6 /100 \| #131	Excellent 8.4%
Males	84.3 /100 \| #127	Excellent 10.7%
Females	91.5 /100 \| #115	Exceptional 12.7%
Females 18 to 24 years	100.0 /100 \| #39	Exceptional 18.0%
Females 25 to 34 years	6.5 /100 \| #213	Tragic 14.3%
Children Under 5 years	94.1 /100 \| #113	Exceptional 16.0%
Children Under 16 years	80.3 /100 \| #148	Excellent 15.5%
Boys Under 16 years	79.8 /100 \| #151	Good 15.8%
Girls Under 16 years	90.1 /100 \| #130	Exceptional 15.4%
Single Males	54.3 /100 \| #169	Average 12.8%
Single Females	79.6 /100 \| #151	Good 20.6%
Single Fathers	99.8 /100 \| #60	Exceptional 15.2%
Single Mothers	55.1 /100 \| #171	Average 29.1%
Married Couples	90.4 /100 \| #132	Exceptional 4.9%
Seniors Over 65 years	96.9 /100 \| #91	Exceptional 10.1%
Seniors Over 75 years	99.7 /100 \| #33	Exceptional 10.8%
Receiving Food Stamps	3.4 /100 \| #230	Tragic 13.1%

Puget Sound Salish Unemployment

In terms of unemployment, Puget Sound Salish residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (7.5%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 55 and 59 (4.4%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 60 and 64 (4.6%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (10.0%), unemployment rate among youth under the age of 25 (12.5%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (10.9%).

Unemployment Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Unemployment	56.6 /100 \| #171	Average 5.2%
Males	5.6 /100 \| #214	Tragic 5.5%
Females	93.0 /100 \| #108	Exceptional 5.1%
Youth < 25	0.1 /100 \| #264	Tragic 12.5%
Age \| 16 to 19 years	0.5 /100 \| #249	Tragic 18.7%
Age \| 20 to 24 years	0.2 /100 \| #261	Tragic 10.9%
Age \| 25 to 29 years	1.8 /100 \| #237	Tragic 7.1%
Age \| 30 to 34 years	98.2 /100 \| #50	Exceptional 5.1%
Age \| 35 to 44 years	67.1 /100 \| #151	Good 4.6%
Age \| 45 to 54 years	49.1 /100 \| #176	Average 4.5%
Age \| 55 to 59 years	100.0 /100 \| #21	Exceptional 4.4%
Age \| 60 to 64 years	99.8 /100 \| #60	Exceptional 4.6%
Age \| 65 to 74 years	97.3 /100 \| #92	Exceptional 5.2%
Seniors > 65	88.7 /100 \| #121	Excellent 5.1%
Seniors > 75	0.0 /100 \| #303	Tragic 10.0%
Women w/ Children < 6	47.7 /100 \| #176	Average 7.7%
Women w/ Children 6 to 17	100.0 /100 \| #15	Exceptional 7.5%
Women w/ Children < 18	95.8 /100 \| #76	Exceptional 5.1%

Puget Sound Salish Labor Participation

In terms of labor participation, Puget Sound Salish residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (78.0%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (39.1%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (81.7%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (82.1%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (82.9%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (78.2%).

Labor Participation Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
In Labor Force \| Age > 16	0.0 /100 \| #294	Tragic 63.7%
In Labor Force \| Age 20-64	0.0 /100 \| #276	Tragic 78.2%
In Labor Force \| Age 16-19	99.6 /100 \| #88	Exceptional 39.1%
In Labor Force \| Age 20-24	100.0 /100 \| #21	Exceptional 78.0%
In Labor Force \| Age 25-29	0.1 /100 \| #264	Tragic 83.5%
In Labor Force \| Age 30-34	0.0 /100 \| #308	Tragic 82.1%
In Labor Force \| Age 35-44	0.0 /100 \| #288	Tragic 82.9%
In Labor Force \| Age 45-54	0.3 /100 \| #248	Tragic 81.7%

Puget Sound Salish Family Structure

In terms of family structure, Puget Sound Salish residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of family households (65.6%), percentage of married-couple family households (47.4%), and percentage of population currently married (47.6%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population currently divorced or separated (13.4%), percentage of single father households (2.7%), and average family size (3.17).

Family Structure Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Family Households	99.8 /100 \| #80	Exceptional 65.6%
Family Households with Children	46.2 /100 \| #182	Average 27.4%
Married-couple Households	90.5 /100 \| #120	Exceptional 47.4%
Average Family Size	1.9 /100 \| #250	Tragic 3.17
Single Father Households	0.0 /100 \| #290	Tragic 2.7%
Single Mother Households	58.1 /100 \| #169	Average 6.3%
Currently Married	90.3 /100 \| #117	Exceptional 47.6%
Divorced or Separated	0.0 /100 \| #319	Tragic 13.4%
Births to Unmarried Women	83.9 /100 \| #138	Excellent 30.4%

Puget Sound Salish Vehicle Availability

In terms of vehicle availability, Puget Sound Salish residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (9.4%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (26.4%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (62.1%), 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 (62.1%).

Vehicle Availability Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
No Vehicles Available	92.4 /100 \| #121	Exceptional 9.5%
1+ Vehicles Available	91.5 /100 \| #124	Exceptional 90.5%
2+ Vehicles Available	100.0 /100 \| #7	Exceptional 62.1%
3+ Vehicles Available	100.0 /100 \| #5	Exceptional 26.4%
4+ Vehicles Available	100.0 /100 \| #6	Exceptional 9.4%

Puget Sound Salish Education Level

In terms of education level, Puget Sound Salish residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least 8th grade education (96.5%), percentage of population with at least 9th grade education (95.7%), 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 doctorate degree education (1.2%), percentage of population with at least professional degree education (3.1%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (11.1%).

Education Level Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
No Schooling Completed	98.5 /100 \| #95	Exceptional 1.8%
Nursery School	98.0 /100 \| #100	Exceptional 98.3%
Kindergarten	98.1 /100 \| #100	Exceptional 98.2%
1st Grade	98.2 /100 \| #99	Exceptional 98.2%
2nd Grade	98.0 /100 \| #101	Exceptional 98.2%
3rd Grade	97.9 /100 \| #101	Exceptional 98.1%
4th Grade	97.7 /100 \| #103	Exceptional 97.9%
5th Grade	98.3 /100 \| #100	Exceptional 97.7%
6th Grade	98.9 /100 \| #87	Exceptional 97.5%
7th Grade	99.0 /100 \| #88	Exceptional 96.7%
8th Grade	99.3 /100 \| #79	Exceptional 96.5%
9th Grade	99.2 /100 \| #82	Exceptional 95.7%
10th Grade	99.0 /100 \| #86	Exceptional 94.7%
11th Grade	99.1 /100 \| #93	Exceptional 93.6%
12th Grade, No Diploma	95.8 /100 \| #118	Exceptional 92.0%
High School Diploma	89.1 /100 \| #128	Excellent 89.9%
GED/Equivalency	20.8 /100 \| #194	Fair 85.2%
College, Under 1 year	11.3 /100 \| #209	Poor 63.9%
College, 1 year or more	1.1 /100 \| #239	Tragic 55.9%
Associate's Degree	0.1 /100 \| #273	Tragic 40.5%
Bachelor's Degree	0.0 /100 \| #296	Tragic 30.7%
Master's Degree	0.0 /100 \| #309	Tragic 11.1%
Professional Degree	0.0 /100 \| #333	Tragic 3.1%
Doctorate Degree	0.0 /100 \| #338	Tragic 1.2%

Puget Sound Salish Disability

In terms of disability, Puget Sound Salish residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (0.97%), percentage of population with cognitive disability (17.5%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 5 and 17 (6.1%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability (13.7%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (8.3%), and percentage of males with a disability (13.5%).

Disability Metric	Rating \| Rank	Value
Disability	0.0 /100 \| #315	Tragic 13.7%
Males	0.0 /100 \| #313	Tragic 13.5%
Females	0.0 /100 \| #314	Tragic 13.8%
Age \| Under 5 years	100.0 /100 \| #19	Exceptional 0.97%
Age \| 5 to 17 years	0.1 /100 \| #277	Tragic 6.1%
Age \| 18 to 34 years	0.0 /100 \| #332	Tragic 8.3%
Age \| 35 to 64 years	0.0 /100 \| #292	Tragic 13.3%
Age \| 65 to 74 years	0.0 /100 \| #304	Tragic 27.2%
Age \| Over 75 years	0.0 /100 \| #290	Tragic 49.8%
Vision	0.0 /100 \| #283	Tragic 2.5%
Hearing	0.0 /100 \| #315	Tragic 3.9%
Cognitive	10.9 /100 \| #205	Poor 17.5%
Ambulatory	0.0 /100 \| #299	Tragic 6.9%
Self-Care	0.0 /100 \| #311	Tragic 2.8%

Common Questions

What are the strongest characteristics of Puget Sound Salish in the United States?

The strongest characteristics of Puget Sound Salish in the United States are:

Percentage of Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available

9.4%

(100.0/100)

Percentage of Households with 3 or More Vehicles Available

26.4%

(100.0/100)

Unemployment Rate Among Women with Children Between the Ages 6 and 17

7.5%

(100.0/100)

Percentage of Households with 2 or More Vehicles Available

62.1%

(100.0/100)

Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 24

78.0%

(100.0/100)

What are the most vital challenges facing Puget Sound Salish in the United States?

The most vital challenges facing Puget Sound Salish in the United States are:

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

82.1%

(0.0/100)

Percentage of Population with a Disability

13.7%

(0.0/100)

Percentage of Population with a Disability Between the Ages 18 and 35

8.3%

(0.0/100)

Percentage of Males with a Disability

13.5%

(0.0/100)

Percentage of Females with a Disability

13.8%

(0.0/100)

What is Puget Sound Salish per capita income in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish per capita income in the United States is $41,495, which is tragic, ranking it 219th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish median family income in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish median family income in the United States is $97,958, which is tragic, ranking it 210th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish median household income in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish median household income in the United States is $84,011, which is fair, ranking it 186th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish median earnings in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish median earnings in the United States is $46,333, which is average, ranking it 180th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish median male earnings in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish median male earnings in the United States is $53,704, which is fair, ranking it 189th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish median female earnings in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish median female earnings in the United States is $39,376, which is fair, ranking it 190th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish wage/income gap percentage in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 25.3%, which is good, ranking it 159th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish poverty level in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish poverty level in the United States is 11.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 122nd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish poverty level among families in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish poverty level among families in the United States is 8.4%, which is excellent, ranking it 131st out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish poverty level among males in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish poverty level among males in the United States is 10.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 127th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish poverty level among females in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish poverty level among females in the United States is 12.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 115th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 15.5%, which is excellent, ranking it 148th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish poverty level among single males in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish poverty level among single males in the United States is 12.8%, which is average, ranking it 169th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish poverty level among single females in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish poverty level among single females in the United States is 20.6%, which is good, ranking it 151st out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish poverty level among single fathers in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 15.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 60th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish poverty level among single mothers in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 29.1%, which is average, ranking it 171st out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 13.1%, which is tragic, ranking it 230th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish unemployment in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish unemployment in the United States is 5.2%, which is average, ranking it 171st out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish unemployment rate among males in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 214th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 108th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish percentage of family households in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish percentage of family households in the United States is 65.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 80th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish percentage of family households with children in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish percentage of family households with children in the United States is 27.4%, which is average, ranking it 182nd out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 47.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 120th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish average family size in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish average family size in the United States is 3.17, which is tragic, ranking it 250th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish percentage of single father households in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 290th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish percentage of single mother households in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish percentage of single mother households in the United States is 6.3%, which is average, ranking it 169th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish percentage of population currently married in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish percentage of population currently married in the United States is 47.6%, which is exceptional, ranking it 117th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 13.4%, which is tragic, ranking it 319th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 30.4%, which is excellent, ranking it 138th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish percentage of population with a disability in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 13.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 315th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish percentage of males with a disability in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 13.5%, which is tragic, ranking it 313th out of 347 demographic groups.

What is Puget Sound Salish percentage of females with a disability in the United States?

Puget Sound Salish percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 13.8%, which is tragic, ranking it 314th 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.

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