Average population refers to the total number of people living in an area divided by the land area they occupy.
Related terms
Urbanization Rate: The percentage increase in urban dwellers compared to rural dwellers over time.
Overpopulation: A situation where the number of people exceeds the available resources and infrastructure in an area.
Demographic Dividend: The economic growth potential that can result from a decline in fertility rates and a shift in age structure towards working-age individuals.