Rate of Natural Increase

Definition

The rate of natural increase refers to the difference between the birth rate and the death rate in a population, usually expressed as a percentage. It indicates how fast a population is growing or declining due to natural causes, excluding migration.

Related terms

Fertility Rate: This term refers to the average number of children born per woman in a given population.

Mortality Rate: This term refers to the number of deaths per thousand individuals in a given population within a specific time period.

Life Expectancy: This term refers to the average number of years an individual is expected to live from birth based on current mortality rates.