V Encuentro Proceedings and Conclusions

202 | Proceedings and Conclusions of the V National Encuentro of Hispanic/Latino Ministry LANGUAGE, HOUSEHOLD ECONOMY, AND FAMILY SIZE Most Hispanic/Latino households in the U.S. today are bilingual. The Census Bureau tracks the dominant language by household, as well as the ability to speak English for everyone over age 5. Those who can speak English “very well” would be considered fluent. Others may have some degree of proficiency in English, but if given the choice, they would prefer to express them- selves in their native language. Appendix E Median Hispanic Household Income: $55,000 Median White Household Income: $77,000 Median Hispanic Household Income: $55,000 Median White Household Income: $77,000