Charted: Most popular languages in Indiana
German is the most commonly spoken language in the Hoosier state other than English and Spanish, per new census data.
Why it matters: The numerous languages spoken nationwide reflect both the history of settlement and colonization and modern immigration patterns.
By the numbers: Indiana is home to 566,800 residents who speak a language other than English at home, and 295,400 of them speak Spanish.
There are 26,930 primarily German speakers, narrowly edging out 22,310 Pennsylvania German speakers and 18,410 Chinese speakers as the most popular language other than English or Spanish.
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