Socioeconomic Data

/ˌsoʊsi.oʊˈɛkəˌnɑːmɪk ˈdeɪtə/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Data relating to social and economic factors such as income, education, occupation, and living conditions used in legal contexts for policy making, discrimination analysis, and compliance.
    The court examined socioeconomic data to determine whether housing policies had a discriminatory impact.

Forms

  • socioeconomic data
  • socioeconomic datum (singular)

Commentary

Socioeconomic data is critical in legal analysis involving equality, civil rights, and regulatory compliance; accuracy and sourcing are essential in legal contexts.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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