: The community has spearheaded the mainstream adoption of gender-neutral language (e.g., singular "they/them" pronouns) and the distinction between gender identity (internal sense of self) and sexual orientation (attraction).
The transgender community has historically been at the forefront of LGBTQ+ rights and cultural evolution.
This report provides an overview of the transgender community's role within LGBTQ+ culture, examining population demographics, cultural shifts, and the evolving landscape of identity in 2026.
: Roughly 1.3% to 1.5% of U.S. adults specifically identify as transgender.