Census Information

According to the 2000 Census, the Fijian population in the United States has increased 93% since 1990.

In Sonoma County, the Fijian population has increased 60% since 1990.

Hawaii and California have the highest number of Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders.

LANGUAGE:

82% of Fijians speak a language other than English at home.

26% of Fijians are classified as having limited english proficiency.

11% of Fijian households are classified as linguistically isolated, meaning all members 14 years and older speak a language other than English and also speak English less than "very well."

INCOME:

The average per capital income for Fijians is $14,172.

11% of Fijians are below the poverty line.

EDUCATION:

33% of Fijians have attained less than a high school degree.

50% of Fijians receive a high school diploma.

8% of Fijians attain a Bachelor's Degree.

IMMIGRATION AND CITIZENSHIP:

74% of Fijians in the United States are foreign born.

36% of Fijians are naturalized

HOUSEHOLD INFORMATION:

Median household income for Fijians: $44,233

Average household size: 3.8 (the U.S. average is 2.6)

50% of Fijians own homes (72% of whites own homes)

Median Age: 29 (13 years younger than the median age for whites)



Source:
http://www.apiahf.org/resources/pdf/Diverse%20Communities%20Diverse%20Experiences.pdf
http://www.apiahf.com/cic/county_pop.asp?StateID=06&CountyID=097&Submit=Select+County