Table I.
Sample characteristics, n = 25
| Mean/n | (SD)/% | |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 47.8 | (11.9) |
| Age in years | ||
| 18–34 | 4 | 16 |
| 35–49 | 8 | 32 |
| 50+ | 13 | 52 |
| Country of origin | ||
| Mexico | 13 | 52 |
| Central America | 10 | 40 |
| Other | 2 | 8 |
| Years living in the United States | 19.2 | (11.0) |
| Marital status | ||
| Single | 14 | 56 |
| Divorced/widowed | 5 | 20 |
| Married/cohabitating | 6 | 24 |
| Weekly salary | ||
| $200 or less | 9 | 36 |
| $200–$300 | 4 | 16 |
| $300–$400 | 4 | 16 |
| $400 or more | 8 | 32 |
| Educational level | ||
| Primary or less | 12 | 48 |
| High school graduate or GED | 7 | 28 |
| Some college or more | 6 | 24 |
| Hours of paid work in a typical week | 13.9 | (10.4) |