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English language knowledge in Austria

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language knowledge /eu publishes the latest language knowledge statistics for English in Austria using European Commission data published in 2024. Compare native with foreign speakers, and compare age groups to understand whether English is gaining or losing popularity.

Ages
Speakers
37.8%
of the population in Austria speaks English in 2024 (All)
13th
Austria is 13th in Europe
for English speakers in 2024 (All)
2nd
English is the 2nd language
in Austria in 2024 (All)

Knowledge by Age Cohort

Speakers
Year
All
37.8%
55+
20.7%
35-54
38.1%
15-34
61.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What percentage of people speak English in Austria?

According to European Commission Eurobarometer survey data (2024), 37.8% of the population in Austria speaks English (1.5% native speakers and 36.3% foreign speakers).

How many people in Austria speak English as a native vs foreign language?

In Austria, 1.5% of the population speaks English as a native language, and 36.3% speaks it as a foreign language.

How does English knowledge in Austria differ between age groups?

In Austria, 61.6% of 15–34 year olds speak English, compared to 20.7% of residents aged 55 and over.