What Languages Do They Speak In Australia?

Explore the languages spoken in Australia on an interactive map.

Australia Languages: Quick FactsAustralia flag

Languages

1

English

Population

25,690,000

Cost of living

~ $2900

Index: 58

Safety / crime index

Moderate

Crime Index: 46.7

Language Spoken in Australia Percentage

LanguagePercentagePopulation
English
72%18,496,800

Do They Speak English in Australia?

English proficiency

Native

English is treated as native-level in this dataset.

In short

English is widely usable across Australia. In major cities, business settings, and most day-to-day situations, you can usually rely on English comfortably.

FAQ

Australia Language FAQ

Short answers to common questions about the main languages, English usage, and communication in Australia.

  • English is the main language spoken in Australia.

  • English is spoken by about 72% of the population in Australia.

    That corresponds to roughly 18,496,800 people.

  • Yes. English works across most of Australia for everyday life, work, and travel.

What languages do they speak in Australia?

English is the main language spoken in Australia.

How widely spoken is English in Australia?

English is spoken by about 72% of the population in Australia.

That corresponds to roughly 18,496,800 people.

Can you get by with English in Australia?

Yes. English works across most of Australia for everyday life, work, and travel.

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