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; see origin at demographic, -ics

Example Sentences

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In reality, as Slater notes, the demographics of who accesses psychotherapy show that the issue is often a matter of access, not will.

From Salon • May 18, 2026

Scientists are calling for more clinical trials to pin down the full effects of weight-loss drugs on muscle loss in different demographics.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

That is because changing demographics, such as retiring baby boomers and tight immigration policies, will continue to keep a lid on the number of workers looking for work.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

You’ll forever have kids sharing clips with parents, parents with co-workers, you hit so many demographics.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Rapidly changing populations in the U.S. will dramatically alter the demographics for the remainder of the century.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin

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