Jun 17, 2025 - News
Ohio has many Arabic speakers, census data shows
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Arabic is the most commonly spoken language in Ohio other than English and Spanish, followed closely by Pennsylvania German and German, per recently released census data.
By the numbers: There are an estimated 169,000 Arab Americans living in Ohio, per the Arab American Institute.
- The state has one of the fastest growing Arab populations in the country.