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It has one of the smallest reported LGBTQI+ populations by country in the world, of the countries that report their numbers. It was estimated by one Gallup poll that approximately percent of the US population identified as LGBTQI+. Over 50 percent of those that do identify as LGBTQI+ are bisexual, 24 percent are gay, and 11 percent are lesbian. In the edition, the ranking compared countries and territories based on the situation of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer people in each location. The United States dropped from 41st position to 48th, following U. 
Which Country Has the Largest LGBTQI+ Population? 2025
Explore the most LGBT-friendly countries. Find safe, gay friendly countries with legal protections, social acceptance, and vibrant communities. This article was written by Nomad Capitalist contributor, Brian Greco, an experienced gay traveler, cultural explorer and free-market advocate. Going out and seeing the world — often on your own or while starting or running a business — is not always an easy task for anyone.
LGBT Equality Index
Rights affecting lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) people vary greatly by country or jurisdiction—encompassing everything from the legal recognition of same-sex marriage to the death penalty for homosexuality. Articles about the production of food and other goods, including farming and fishing. Articles about crime rates, law enforcement, and public safety.
The 10 Most Gay
This chart shows the safest and least safe countries for LGBTQ+ travelers according to the Gay Travel Index . The Best and Worst Countries for LGBTQ+ Travelers
Looking for the most LGBT friendly countries? Iceland, Malta, the Netherlands, Sweden, Portugal, and Canada top the list in Find out more. . The Ten Most LGBT Friendly Countries in the World in 2025
Determining the countries with the highest populations of LGBTQ+ individuals is challenging due to varying levels of openness, cultural attitudes, and the lack of uniform data collection across the world. However, based on population size, social acceptance, and available surveys, here’s an estimate of the top 10 countries with the largest LGBTQ+ populations. . 
LGBTQ rights by country or territory
The edition compared countries and territories based on the rights, protections, and social acceptance of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, and queer individuals in each destination. .
Most LGBT Friendly Countries in 2025
LGBT Equality Index The most LGBT-Friendly Countries in the World. The Equality Index measures the current status of LGBT rights, laws, and freedoms as well as public attitudes towards LGBT people. Equality Index?. .