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25 Million U.S. Adults Identify as LGBTQ+, Report Finds

8/21/2026

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The U.S. Human Rights Campaign Foundation reports over 25 million adults—12 percent—identify as LGBTQ+.
LGBTQ+ adults exceed 10 percent in 40 states, reaching 22.6 percent in Washington, D.C.
California holds the largest estimated LGBTQ+ adult population at over 3.1 million, followed by Texas with about 2.2 million.
A 2025 PRRI survey shows same-sex marriage support fell to 65 percent, down from 69 percent in 2022.

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The U.S. Human Rights Campaign Foundation reports over 25 million adults—12 percent—identify as LGBTQ+.
LGBTQ+ adults exceed 10 percent in 40 states, reaching 22.6 percent in Washington, D.C.
California holds the largest estimated LGBTQ+ adult population at over 3.1 million, followed by Texas with about 2.2 million.
A 2025 PRRI survey shows same-sex marriage support fell to 65 percent, down from 69 percent in 2022.