demographics

[dem-uh-graf-iks, dee-muh-]

noun

1. (used with a plural verb),  the statistical data of a population, especially those showing average age, income, education, etc.

demographics

/ ˌdɛməˈɡræfɪks, ˌdiːmə- /

plural noun

1. data resulting from the science of demography; population statistics

Word History and Origins

Origin of demographics¹

First recorded in 1965–70; demographic, -ics

Example Sentences

Like any metropolis, Black Rock City is a diverse amalgamation of backgrounds, perspectives and demographics.

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They had everything to do with America’s demographics, the economy and changes in the disability program rules approved by Congress in the 1980s.

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China is grappling with mounting government debt, deteriorating demographics, entrenched deflation and a yearslong property sector slump.

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She said that while colleges qualify for grants based on their demographics, the initiatives that get funded are open to all students.

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Women age 50 and older are among the fastest-growing demographics in the workplace, according to the Labor Department.

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Related Words

• enumeration 
• poll