demographics

American

[dem-uh-graf-iks, dee-muh-] / ˌdɛm əˈgræf ɪks, ˌdi mə- /

noun

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

demographics British

/ ˌdɛməˈɡræfɪks, ˌdiːmə- /

plural noun

data resulting from the science of demography; population statistics

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Etymology

Origin of demographics

First recorded in 1965–70; demographic, -ics

Example Sentences

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In addition to demographics, skepticism about the value of a college degree also has reduced the share of Americans choosing college.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

The second phase - population enumeration - is scheduled for February 2027 and will collect detailed data on demographics, education, migration and fertility.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

But driver demographics are following the familiar paths of the “K-shaped” economy: High-income households are handling the gasoline price shock differently than lower-income drivers.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 28, 2026

“We remain optimistic about the long-term housing market with favorable demographics supporting higher demand over time, together with the structural undersupply of homes,” he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

When African Americans began to exercise their right to vote in the 1970s, there was deep concern among some prosecutors and judges about how the racial demographics in some counties would complicate their reelections.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson

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