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Detailed demographic breakdowns and longitudinal trends are regularly updated by the Williams Institute and Gallup News .

The intersection of transgender identity and LGBTQ+ culture is defined by shared history and evolving societal roles.

How Many Adults and Youth Identify as Transgender in the United States? the shemale center

: About 1% of the U.S. population aged 13 and older—roughly 2.8 million people —identify as transgender.

: Identification is heavily skewed toward younger people. Over 20% of Gen Z adults identify as LGBTQ+. Specifically for the transgender community, 76% of those who identify as trans are under the age of 35. : About 1% of the U

: Approximately 9.3% of U.S. adults identify as LGBTQ+ in 2024, nearly tripling since 2012.

The number of individuals identifying as transgender and LGBTQ+ has seen a substantial increase over the last decade. Over 20% of Gen Z adults identify as LGBTQ+

: Research curated by the American Psychological Association suggests that transgender identities result from a complex interplay of biological factors—such as genetics and prenatal hormones—and early life experiences.