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The Top 5 Languages Spoken in San Diego

  • Writer: Silver Bay Translations
    Silver Bay Translations
  • Jan 26, 2024
  • 1 min read

San Diego is a diverse city with a large population of people from all over the world. As a result, many different languages are spoken throughout the city. Here are the top 5 languages spoken in San Diego:


1. English - As the official language of the United States, it's no surprise that English is the most commonly spoken language in San Diego. Nearly 58% of the population speaks English at home.

2. Spanish - Due to its proximity to Mexico, Spanish is the second most commonly spoken language in San Diego. Over 28% of the population speaks Spanish at home, and many businesses and restaurants cater to Spanish-speaking customers.

3. Tagalog - Tagalog is a language spoken in the Philippines and is the third most commonly spoken language in San Diego. Nearly 2% of the population speaks Tagalog at home.

4. Chinese - Mandarin and Cantonese are both spoken by a large population of Chinese residents in San Diego. Overall, more than 1.5% of the population speaks some form of Chinese at home.

5. Vietnamese - Vietnamese is the fifth most commonly spoken language in San Diego, with nearly 1% of the population speaking it at home.


San Diego's diverse population means that many other languages are also spoken throughout the city, including Arabic, Korean, and Japanese, among others. Whether you're a resident or a visitor, knowing a few phrases in another language can help you connect with the people and cultures that make San Diego such a unique and vibrant place.



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