Religious Landscape of Latvia

Latvia is a secular state with constitutionally guaranteed freedom of religion. Approximate affiliation (2020s estimates):

• Lutheran (Evangelical Lutheran Church of Latvia): ~40% — historically dominant, tied to German/Scandinavian heritage.
• Roman Catholic: ~25% — strong in Latgale (east), Polish/Lithuanian communities.
• Orthodox Christian: ~10% — largely Russian-speaking minority.
• Other Christians (Baptist, Pentecostal, Adventist, etc.): ~5%
• Other / None / Unaffiliated: ~20% (growing).

Many Latvians identify culturally with Lutheran traditions (e.g., Christmas, Midsummer/Jāņi) regardless of active practice. The 2011 census showed only ~7% attend services monthly.