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LANGUAGE AND SERVICE ACCESS
More than 110 languages are spoken in Ohio, however, language prevalence varies widely throughout the state and some languages are more prominent than others depend- ing on the county, so reviewing local language data is essential. The American Community Survey (ACS) provides an esti- mate of English language pro- ficiency. The ACS estimates that 1.35% percent of the total state population (146,881 people) over the age of five speaks another language be- sides English at home and speak English less than “very well”. Some communities throughout the state indicate increased LEP housholds. This may warrant consideration of potential resources.
FIGURE 11
Population with Limited English Proficiency
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ONCAC | OHIO: COMMUNITY ASSESSMENT REPORT 2020