Segregation Index

The Segregation Index is a measure used to assess how different groups, often based on race or income, are distributed within a certain area, like a city or neighborhood. It evaluates how separated or integrated these groups are from one another. A high Segregation Index indicates a greater level of separation, meaning groups live in distinctly different areas. Conversely, a low index suggests that different groups live more intermixed. This index helps policymakers and researchers understand social dynamics and inform strategies to promote integration or address inequality.