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22% of Americans Speak Non-English at Home: A Linguistic Shift

6/12/2025

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Nearly 22% of U.S. residents now speak a language other than English at home, a striking increase over the past 40 years. Spanish leads the way as the most common non-English language, while states like Nevada celebrate a rich tapestry of tongues, including Tagalog, Korean, and Vietnamese, highlighting America’s vibrant multilingual landscape shaped by immigration.

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Story summary

Nearly 22% of U.S. residents now speak a language other than English at home, a striking increase over the past 40 years. Spanish leads the way as the most common non-English language, while states like Nevada celebrate a rich tapestry of tongues, including Tagalog, Korean, and Vietnamese, highlighting America’s vibrant multilingual landscape shaped by immigration.