: Identification is higher in urban (11%) and suburban (10%) areas compared to rural regions (7%). Cities like San Francisco, Austin, and Portland historically report the highest proportions of transgender residents.
Despite increased visibility, the community continues to navigate significant hurdles.
: Identification is significantly more common among those with liberal ideologies (21%) compared to moderates (8%) or conservatives (3%). Challenges and Health
As of 2026, the transgender community is a significant and growing part of the broader LGBTQ+ culture, characterized by increasing visibility, generational shifts, and unique socioeconomic challenges. Recent data highlights a notable rise in identification, particularly among younger generations.
: Among transgender adults, the population is roughly split into thirds: 33% identify as transgender women. 34% identify as transgender men. 33% identify as nonbinary. Socio-Cultural Dynamics
: About 1% of the U.S. population aged 13 and older—roughly 2.8 million people —identify as transgender.
The number of individuals identifying as transgender and LGBTQ+ has seen a substantial increase over the last decade.
