1. a unit of count used in the phrase 'per capita,' meaning for each person or individual
Usage: Latin origin; almost always used in the phrase 'per capita'; commonly used in statistics, economics, and demographics

Examples

• The country's per capita income increased by 5% last year.
• Per capita consumption of water varies greatly by region.
• The study measured per capita healthcare spending across different nations.
• Per capita GDP is a useful metric for comparing economic development.
• The report showed a per capita reduction in carbon emissions.