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English language knowledge in Latvia

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language knowledge /eu publishes the latest language knowledge statistics for English in Latvia 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
31.8%
of the population in Latvia speaks English in 2024 (All)
17th
Latvia is 17th in Europe
for English speakers in 2024 (All)
3rd
English is the 3rd language
in Latvia in 2024 (All)

Knowledge by Age Cohort

Speakers
Year
All
31.8%
55+
8.5%
35-54
34.5%
15-34
66.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What percentage of people speak English in Latvia?

According to European Commission Eurobarometer survey data (2024), 31.8% of the population in Latvia speaks English (1.6% native speakers and 30.2% foreign speakers).

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

In Latvia, 1.6% of the population speaks English as a native language, and 30.2% speaks it as a foreign language.

How does English knowledge in Latvia differ between age groups?

In Latvia, 66.6% of 15–34 year olds speak English, compared to 8.5% of residents aged 55 and over.