Archive · 20 Aug 2025
Millions Identify As Transgender Amidst Former US President's Policy
A recent study found that over 2.8 million people in the United States identify as transgender, including many young people.
This is happening even though a previous U.S. government policy under President Trump aimed to recognize only two genders: male and female.
Researchers used government surveys to collect the data, showing that a significant portion of the population identifies as transgender.
The study suggests that the number of transgender people in the US is substantial.
The study also notes that the government is removing data, which means this may be the last time we have this complete of a picture for a while.
Over 2.8 million people in the U.S. identify as transgender, including 724,000 youth.
The findings come despite former President Trump's executive order to recognize only two genders.
Researchers from UCLA analyzed federal and state health data to determine the size of the transgender population.
Young adults aged 18-24 are more likely to identify as trans than older age groups.
The study's authors warn that this may be the last comprehensive look at the trans population for a decade.
- Who
- Researchers from UCLA, the transgender community, and the Trump administration.
- What
- Over 2.8 million people in the U.S. identify as transgender.
- When
- The data was compiled from 2021-2023.
- Where
- United States
- Why
- To understand the size and demographics of the trans population, despite opposing policies.
Supporters of Transgender Rights
Detractors of Transgender Rights
Gender Identity
Supporters of Transgender Rights
Recognize and support transgender identities and rights.
Detractors of Transgender Rights
Reject the recognition of gender identity beyond the two traditional genders.
- Total Transgender Population
- Over 2.8 million
- Transgender Youth
- 724,000
- Adults Identifying as Transgender
- Over 2.1 million
- Age Group More Likely to Identify as Transgender
- 18-24 (2.72%)
- Trans Women Percentage
- 32.7%
- Trans Men Percentage
- 34.2%
- US Policy (Trump Era)
- Recognize only two genders