2022 U.S. Transgender Survey Reveals Persistent Challenges and Positive Outcomes for Trans Individuals
Despite facing increased discrimination and legislative attacks, transgender Americans report higher life satisfaction post-transition, according to the largest survey of its kind.
- Transgender Americans continue to face significant economic and health disparities, with unemployment and poverty rates increasing since the 2015 survey.
- The 2022 U.S. Transgender Survey, the largest of its kind, reveals that despite facing discrimination, the majority of transgender people report higher life satisfaction after transitioning.
- Anti-transgender legislation has prompted nearly half of the survey respondents to consider moving to another state, with 5% having already done so.
- Family support for transgender individuals remains relatively stable, with a significant portion of respondents reporting supportive immediate families.
- The survey highlights the urgent need for comprehensive data on transgender Americans to inform policy and combat misinformation.