The population growth rate refers to the percentage change in a population over a specific period of time. It indicates whether a population is increasing or decreasing and at what rate.
Related terms
Birth Rate: The birth rate is the number of live births per 1,000 people in a population within a year.
Death Rate: The death rate is the number of deaths per 1,000 people in a population within a year.
Migration: Migration refers to the movement of individuals from one place to another, usually involving crossing political boundaries.