Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

national-average

noun
/ˈnæʃ.ən.əl ˈæv.ər.ɪdʒ/
Definition
The mean or typical amount calculated using data from all parts of a nation.
Examples
  • The national average income has increased over the past decade.
  • Many students perform below the national average in math scores.
Meaning
A statistical representation that reflects the average of a particular measurement across an entire country.
Synonyms
  • mean
  • average
  • median