A Latin term meaning "per head" or "per person." Per capita measures something on average per individual in a population, typically dividing the total amount by the number of people.
Related terms
Population Density: Measures the average number of people living per square mile or kilometer in an area.
Infant Mortality Rate: The number of deaths per 1,000 live births in children under one year old. It helps assess the overall health and well-being of infants in a population.
Life Expectancy: The average number of years someone is expected to live based on certain factors like age, gender, and health conditions.