Approximately how many Americans speak Spanish as their first language?

Answer

Approximately 11% of Americans speak Spanish as their first language.

This gives us an estimate of around 30.9 million Americans who speak Spanish as their primary language at home.

Spanish is an integral part of the cultural landscape in the U.S., influenced by the country's history of Spanish settlements and the presence of Hispanic communities.

These communities add a rich cultural diversity to American society, highlighting the importance of language as both a communication tool and an expression of identity.