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SOCIAL INDEX
91.2/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
17th/ 347
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Turkish Geographic Distribution
Turkish Income
In terms of income, Turks residing in the United States exhibit better median earnings ($53,919), median female earnings ($44,695), and per capita income ($52,391), but there is room for improvement in wage/income gap percentage (27.7%), household income with householder under the age of 25 ($54,266), and household income with householder over the age of 65 ($68,037).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 100.0 /100 | #31 | Exceptional $52,391 |
| Median Family Income | 100.0 /100 | #25 | Exceptional $121,202 |
| Median Household Income | 100.0 /100 | #31 | Exceptional $99,389 |
| Median Earnings | 100.0 /100 | #25 | Exceptional $53,919 |
| Median Male Earnings | 100.0 /100 | #26 | Exceptional $64,253 |
| Median Female Earnings | 100.0 /100 | #27 | Exceptional $44,695 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 99.4 /100 | #90 | Exceptional $54,266 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 100.0 /100 | #29 | Exceptional $110,318 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 100.0 /100 | #28 | Exceptional $117,814 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 99.9 /100 | #37 | Exceptional $68,037 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 1.0 /100 | #267 | Tragic 27.7% |
Turkish Poverty
In terms of poverty, Turks residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among single mothers (26.4%), poverty level among females between the ages 25 and 34 (11.4%), and poverty level among single females (18.7%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among seniors over the age of 75 (11.7%), poverty level among females between the ages 18 and 24 (19.5%), and poverty level among single fathers (15.8%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 98.9 /100 | #45 | Exceptional 11.0% |
| Families | 99.4 /100 | #36 | Exceptional 7.5% |
| Males | 98.9 /100 | #46 | Exceptional 10.0% |
| Females | 99.2 /100 | #46 | Exceptional 11.9% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 92.1 /100 | #133 | Exceptional 19.5% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 100.0 /100 | #21 | Exceptional 11.4% |
| Children Under 5 years | 99.7 /100 | #37 | Exceptional 14.6% |
| Children Under 16 years | 99.7 /100 | #30 | Exceptional 13.4% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 99.8 /100 | #31 | Exceptional 13.6% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 99.7 /100 | #31 | Exceptional 13.7% |
| Single Males | 98.5 /100 | #85 | Exceptional 12.1% |
| Single Females | 99.9 /100 | #36 | Exceptional 18.7% |
| Single Fathers | 95.1 /100 | #109 | Exceptional 15.8% |
| Single Mothers | 100.0 /100 | #30 | Exceptional 26.4% |
| Married Couples | 99.7 /100 | #49 | Exceptional 4.3% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 97.9 /100 | #74 | Exceptional 10.0% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 89.4 /100 | #108 | Excellent 11.7% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 99.6 /100 | #34 | Exceptional 9.5% |
Turkish Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Turks residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (4.3%), unemployment rate among women with children under the age of 6 (7.0%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (4.3%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (8.9%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (10.3%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (5.3%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 98.0 /100 | #75 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Males | 98.5 /100 | #57 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Females | 97.6 /100 | #79 | Exceptional 5.0% |
| Youth < 25 | 85.8 /100 | #129 | Excellent 11.4% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 77.1 /100 | #146 | Good 17.3% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 55.2 /100 | #170 | Average 10.3% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 98.8 /100 | #53 | Exceptional 6.2% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 98.2 /100 | #51 | Exceptional 5.1% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 99.3 /100 | #26 | Exceptional 4.3% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 98.9 /100 | #66 | Exceptional 4.3% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 90.9 /100 | #116 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 81.9 /100 | #146 | Excellent 4.8% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 76.2 /100 | #142 | Good 5.3% |
| Seniors > 65 | 84.9 /100 | #134 | Excellent 5.1% |
| Seniors > 75 | 76.4 /100 | #157 | Good 8.6% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 99.2 /100 | #74 | Exceptional 7.0% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 54.1 /100 | #170 | Average 8.9% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 98.9 /100 | #43 | Exceptional 5.0% |
Turkish Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Turks residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (85.7%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 25 and 29 (85.6%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (83.8%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (73.9%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (35.4%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (80.3%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 99.6 /100 | #79 | Exceptional 66.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 99.2 /100 | #52 | Exceptional 80.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 7.3 /100 | #221 | Tragic 35.4% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 1.8 /100 | #245 | Tragic 73.9% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 99.8 /100 | #47 | Exceptional 85.6% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 99.9 /100 | #40 | Exceptional 85.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 99.5 /100 | #54 | Exceptional 85.1% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 99.7 /100 | #32 | Exceptional 83.8% |
Turkish Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Turks residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (2.0%), percentage of population currently divorced or separated (11.2%), and percentage of births to unmarried women (27.4%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.16), percentage of family households (63.6%), and percentage of family households with children (27.4%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 4.5 /100 | #224 | Tragic 63.6% |
| Family Households with Children | 46.9 /100 | #179 | Average 27.4% |
| Married-couple Households | 96.1 /100 | #101 | Exceptional 47.8% |
| Average Family Size | 1.3 /100 | #258 | Tragic 3.16 |
| Single Father Households | 100.0 /100 | #33 | Exceptional 2.0% |
| Single Mother Households | 99.2 /100 | #48 | Exceptional 5.5% |
| Currently Married | 93.9 /100 | #102 | Exceptional 47.8% |
| Divorced or Separated | 100.0 /100 | #45 | Exceptional 11.2% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 99.6 /100 | #40 | Exceptional 27.4% |
Turkish Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Turks residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (54.3%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (18.4%), and percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (5.8%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (88.4%), percentage of households with no vehicle available (11.7%), and percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (5.8%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 2.6 /100 | #242 | Tragic 11.7% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 2.5 /100 | #242 | Tragic 88.4% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 13.0 /100 | #207 | Poor 54.3% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 5.4 /100 | #228 | Tragic 18.4% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 4.1 /100 | #237 | Tragic 5.8% |
Turkish Education Level
In terms of education level, Turks residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (2.7%), percentage of population with at least professional degree education (6.2%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (19.9%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least kindergarten education (98.2%), percentage of population with at least 1st grade education (98.2%), and percentage of population with at least nursery school education (98.2%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 98.7 /100 | #93 | Exceptional 1.8% |
| Nursery School | 97.4 /100 | #105 | Exceptional 98.2% |
| Kindergarten | 97.3 /100 | #107 | Exceptional 98.2% |
| 1st Grade | 97.4 /100 | #106 | Exceptional 98.2% |
| 2nd Grade | 97.6 /100 | #104 | Exceptional 98.2% |
| 3rd Grade | 97.6 /100 | #104 | Exceptional 98.1% |
| 4th Grade | 98.2 /100 | #99 | Exceptional 97.9% |
| 5th Grade | 98.3 /100 | #99 | Exceptional 97.7% |
| 6th Grade | 98.3 /100 | #100 | Exceptional 97.5% |
| 7th Grade | 99.1 /100 | #86 | Exceptional 96.7% |
| 8th Grade | 99.2 /100 | #82 | Exceptional 96.5% |
| 9th Grade | 99.5 /100 | #72 | Exceptional 95.8% |
| 10th Grade | 99.7 /100 | #65 | Exceptional 95.0% |
| 11th Grade | 99.9 /100 | #51 | Exceptional 94.0% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 99.8 /100 | #40 | Exceptional 93.0% |
| High School Diploma | 99.8 /100 | #45 | Exceptional 91.2% |
| GED/Equivalency | 99.8 /100 | #30 | Exceptional 88.5% |
| College, Under 1 year | 99.9 /100 | #32 | Exceptional 70.7% |
| College, 1 year or more | 100.0 /100 | #31 | Exceptional 65.5% |
| Associate's Degree | 100.0 /100 | #28 | Exceptional 53.9% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 100.0 /100 | #28 | Exceptional 46.2% |
| Master's Degree | 100.0 /100 | #28 | Exceptional 19.9% |
| Professional Degree | 100.0 /100 | #28 | Exceptional 6.2% |
| Doctorate Degree | 100.0 /100 | #26 | Exceptional 2.7% |
Turkish Disability
In terms of disability, Turks residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of females with a disability (11.1%), percentage of population with ambulatory disability (5.5%), and percentage of population with a disability (10.7%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with hearing disability (2.8%), percentage of population with cognitive disability (16.9%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 18 and 35 (6.2%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 100.0 /100 | #37 | Exceptional 10.7% |
| Males | 99.7 /100 | #45 | Exceptional 10.3% |
| Females | 100.0 /100 | #30 | Exceptional 11.1% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 98.0 /100 | #81 | Exceptional 1.1% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 99.9 /100 | #51 | Exceptional 5.1% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 97.8 /100 | #89 | Exceptional 6.2% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 99.9 /100 | #32 | Exceptional 9.7% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 99.9 /100 | #32 | Exceptional 21.0% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 99.8 /100 | #45 | Exceptional 45.7% |
| Vision | 100.0 /100 | #21 | Exceptional 1.9% |
| Hearing | 93.0 /100 | #109 | Exceptional 2.8% |
| Cognitive | 94.5 /100 | #124 | Exceptional 16.9% |
| Ambulatory | 100.0 /100 | #37 | Exceptional 5.5% |
| Self-Care | 100.0 /100 | #25 | Exceptional 2.2% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Turks in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Turks in the United States are:
#1
Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education
2.7%
(100.0/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with at least Professional Degree Education
6.2%
(100.0/100)
#3
Median Earnings
$53,919
(100.0/100)
#4
Percentage of Population with at least Master's Degree Education
19.9%
(100.0/100)
#5
Median Female Earnings
$44,695
(100.0/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Turks in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Turks in the United States are:
#1
Wage/Income Gap Percentage
27.7%
(1.0/100)
#2
Average Family Size
3.16
(1.3/100)
#3
Labor Force Participation Rate Among Population Between the Ages 20 and 24
73.9%
(1.8/100)
#4
Percentage of Households with 1 or More Vehicles Available
88.4%
(2.5/100)
#5
Percentage of Households with No Vehicle Available
11.7%
(2.6/100)
What is Turkish per capita income in the United States?
Turkish per capita income in the United States is $52,391, which is exceptional, ranking it 31st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish median family income in the United States?
Turkish median family income in the United States is $121,202, which is exceptional, ranking it 25th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish median household income in the United States?
Turkish median household income in the United States is $99,389, which is exceptional, ranking it 31st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish median earnings in the United States?
Turkish median earnings in the United States is $53,919, which is exceptional, ranking it 25th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish median male earnings in the United States?
Turkish median male earnings in the United States is $64,253, which is exceptional, ranking it 26th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish median female earnings in the United States?
Turkish median female earnings in the United States is $44,695, which is exceptional, ranking it 27th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Turkish wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 27.7%, which is tragic, ranking it 267th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish poverty level in the United States?
Turkish poverty level in the United States is 11.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 45th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish poverty level among families in the United States?
Turkish poverty level among families in the United States is 7.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 36th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish poverty level among males in the United States?
Turkish poverty level among males in the United States is 10.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 46th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish poverty level among females in the United States?
Turkish poverty level among females in the United States is 11.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 46th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Turkish poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 13.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 30th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish poverty level among single males in the United States?
Turkish poverty level among single males in the United States is 12.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 85th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish poverty level among single females in the United States?
Turkish poverty level among single females in the United States is 18.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 36th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Turkish poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 15.8%, which is exceptional, ranking it 109th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Turkish poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 26.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 30th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Turkish percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 9.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 34th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish unemployment in the United States?
Turkish unemployment in the United States is 4.9%, which is exceptional, ranking it 75th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Turkish unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 57th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Turkish unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 79th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish percentage of family households in the United States?
Turkish percentage of family households in the United States is 63.6%, which is tragic, ranking it 224th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Turkish percentage of family households with children in the United States is 27.4%, which is average, ranking it 179th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Turkish percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 47.8%, which is exceptional, ranking it 101st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish average family size in the United States?
Turkish average family size in the United States is 3.16, which is tragic, ranking it 258th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish percentage of single father households in the United States?
Turkish percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.0%, which is exceptional, ranking it 33rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Turkish percentage of single mother households in the United States is 5.5%, which is exceptional, ranking it 48th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Turkish percentage of population currently married in the United States is 47.8%, which is exceptional, ranking it 102nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Turkish percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 11.2%, which is exceptional, ranking it 45th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Turkish percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 27.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 40th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Turkish percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 10.7%, which is exceptional, ranking it 37th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Turkish percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 10.3%, which is exceptional, ranking it 45th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Turkish percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Turkish percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 11.1%, which is exceptional, ranking it 30th 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.