Mar 4, 2025 - Politics
What languages Illinoisans speak at home
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President Trump issued an executive order on Saturday declaring English the official language of the United States.
Why it matters: About 22% of people in the U.S. speak a language other than English at home, according to the Census Bureau.
By the numbers: Nearly 25% of the Illinois population spoke a language other than English at home in 2023.
- Nearly 15% of the population spoke Spanish at home, making it the most common language besides English.