Demographic Composition

Definition

Demographic composition refers to the characteristics of a population, including factors such as age, gender, ethnicity, religion, and socioeconomic status. It provides insight into the diversity and distribution of different groups within a given region.

Related terms

Birth Rate: The number of live births per 1,000 individuals in a given population over a specific time period.

Death Rate (Mortality Rate): The number of deaths per 1,000 individuals in a given population over a specific time period.

Population Density: The average number of individuals per unit area (usually square kilometers) within a given region.