socioeconomic
adjective
so·cio·eco·nom·ic
ˌsō-sē-ō-ˌe-kə-ˈnä-mik 
-ˌē-kə-,
ˌsō-shē-
variants
or socio-economic
: of, relating to, or involving a combination of social and economic factors
Examples of socioeconomic in a Sentence
Their socioeconomic backgrounds are very different.
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Research establishes a consistent statistical association between families’ income status and SAT performance because high socioeconomic status students attend resource-rich schools with access to test preparation.
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U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Dec. 2025
Their constant scrolling, coupled with today’s challenging socioeconomic backdrop, is changing their perceptions of social media, luxury and creators.
—Hyku Desesto, Vogue, 27 Nov. 2025
In fact, most food gifts can transcend socioeconomic boundaries, age, and culture and serve as little acts of diplomacy.
—Jamila Robinson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 Nov. 2025
The eclectic crowd reflected the breadth of Goodall’s influence, spanning generations and socioeconomic backgrounds.
—Dawn Klavon, PEOPLE, 24 Nov. 2025
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U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Dec. 2025
Their constant scrolling, coupled with today’s challenging socioeconomic backdrop, is changing their perceptions of social media, luxury and creators.
—Hyku Desesto, Vogue, 27 Nov. 2025
In fact, most food gifts can transcend socioeconomic boundaries, age, and culture and serve as little acts of diplomacy.
—Jamila Robinson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 Nov. 2025
The eclectic crowd reflected the breadth of Goodall’s influence, spanning generations and socioeconomic backgrounds.
—Dawn Klavon, PEOPLE, 24 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for socioeconomic
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“Socioeconomic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/socioeconomic. Accessed 5 Dec. 2025.
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