Welcome to the MLA Language Map
How to Use This Map
In the Data Layers panel located on the right side of the screen, check the box of the layer you wish to view. You can see additional options by clicking other layers.
Layers representing the predominant language spoken are best viewed one at a time. Institutional Enrollments and Language by Speakers layers may be viewed on top of any other layer.
Click on the gear icon and then on the information button for a pop-up of the legend for a layer. Use the slider to adjust transparency on the map.
Learn more about how to use the Language Map. For more information about the map and its related data, visit the
Language Map page or view the
FAQ.
Sources: US Census Bureau, 2011–15 American Community Survey; MLA Language Enrollment Census (Fall 2021).