About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the Gay population over the last 20 plus years. It lists the population for each year, along with the year on year change in population, as well as the change in percentage terms for each year. The dataset can be utilized to understand the population change of Gay across the last two decades. For example, using this dataset, we can identify if the population is declining or increasing. If there is a change, when the population peaked, or if it is still growing and has not reached its peak. We can also compare the trend with the overall trend of United States population over the same period of time.

Key observations

In 2023, the population of Gay was 116, a 4.13% decrease year-by-year from 2022. Previously, in 2022, Gay population was 121, an increase of 5.22% compared to a population of 115 in 2021. Over the last 20 plus years, between 2000 and 2023, population of Gay decreased by 37. In this period, the peak population was 153 in the year 2000. The numbers suggest that the population has already reached its peak and is showing a trend of decline. Source: U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates Program (PEP).

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates Program (PEP).

Data Coverage:

• From 2000 to 2023

Variables / Data Columns

• Year: This column displays the data year (Measured annually and for years 2000 to 2023)
• Population: The population for the specific year for the Gay is shown in this column.
• Year on Year Change: This column displays the change in Gay population for each year compared to the previous year.
• Change in Percent: This column displays the year on year change as a percentage. Please note that the sum of all percentages may not equal one due to rounding of values.

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Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

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Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Gay Population by Year. You can refer the same here

According to a global survey conducted in 2021, three in 10 respondents had at least once spoken out against someone who was being prejudiced against LGBT+ people. In addition, some 13 percent attended a public event in support of LGBT+ people, e.g. a Pride march.

Context

Every year, along with the State-Sponsored Homophobia report, ILGA World publishes also maps of sexual orientation laws in the world.

https://ilga.org/maps-sexual-orientation-laws

Content

A useful tool for LGB human rights defenders, these images expose the arbitrariness of persecutory laws, and starkly indicate the absence of positive law in most parts of the world.

https://ilga.org/maps-sexual-orientation-laws

Acknowledgements

https://ilga.org/maps-sexual-orientation-laws

Photo by Sharon McCutcheon on Unsplash

Inspiration

LGBTQIA community.

"The negative attitudes and feelings toward homosexuality or people who are identified or perceived as being lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT). The prejudice, aversion, hatred or antipathy, may be based on irrational fear and ignorance, and is often related to religious beliefs against LGBTQIA community." https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homophobia

An induction of disgust can lead to more negative attitudes toward an entire social group: Participants who were exposed to a noxious ambient odor reported less warmth toward gay men. This effect of disgust was equally strong for political liberals and conservatives, and was specific to attitudes toward gay men—there was only a weak effect of disgust on people's warmth toward lesbians, and no consistent effect on attitudes toward African Americans, the elderly, or a range of political issues.

LGBT+ rights are human rights that all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and other people outside traditional sexuality and gender categories have. But in practice, these rights are often not protected to the same extent as the rights of straight and cisgender people.

Among others, LGBT+ rights include: physical integrity rights, such as not being executed for their sexuality or gender and not being subjected to conversion therapies; social rights, such as changing their legal gender, being sexually intimate, marrying, and adopting children with people of the same sex; economic rights such as not being discriminated at work; and political rights, such as being able to advocate for themselves and their communities publicly.

The protection of these rights allows LGBT+ people to live the lives they want and to thrive in them.

On this dataset, you can find data and visualizations on how the protection of LGBT+ rights has changed over time, and how it differs across countries.

Original data

Acknowlegement

Foto von Jiroe (Matia Rengel) auf Unsplash

Necessary files to reproduce Boehnke and Gay. 2022. "The Missing Men. World War I and Female Labor Force Participation." Journal of Human Resources, 57(4).

This statistic depicts the percentage of U.S. adults that had ever had an HIV test as of 2015, by sexual orientation and gender. According to the data, **** percent of gay men had ever been tested for HIV as of that time.

The EU Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Survey (EU LGBT) was conducted by the European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA). It is the first ever EU-wide online survey to establish an overview concerning the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people (18 years or older) and their experiences with regard to fundamental rights in the 28 EU Member States. Up until now, there has been very little comparable data collected across the EU about the everyday experiences of LGBT people with respect to discrimination, and lot of the available information is limited to occasional news reports and court judgements. As the first EU-wide survey of its kind, the results support the development of equal treatment policies for LGBT people in the European Union and set the agenda for years to come. Based on the survey results, national and European policy makers, as well as non-governmental organisations, are able to better target their advocacy strategies and activities to support LGBT communities to live and express themselves freely in a non-discriminatory environment. The survey was completely anonymous (no additional data on the participants and their sessions were logged in any way). The survey data collection operated by Gallup Europe, a professional survey and consultancy firm. In order to ensure that the survey delivers evidence needed for policy making, the EU LGBT Survey counted on the participation of a large and diverse group of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people from each country. Hence, it was vitally important for the success of the survey that FRA and Gallup worked together with civil society organisations to reach a wide audience and raise awareness concerning the survey, including participants emailing the survey, sharing it through social media or simply inviting LGBT friends to take part.

More information can be found on the FRA website

The SIGMA project research had its origins in 1982 at University College Cardiff, as a project to investigate gay and bisexual men's sexual behaviour as AIDS began to threaten (then GRID: gay-related immune deficiency). Following extensive piloting, the main SIGMA study was launched in 1986 and between 1987 and 1994 carried out a seven-year, five-phase cohort study of gay and bisexual men. The main aims of the study were to estimate, in a natural (non-clinic based) sample: (1) the prevalence and incidence of sexual behaviours (especially those implicated in the transmission of HIV), (2) to take blood-samples to investigate rates of HIV sero-positivity and sero-conversion, (3) to examine the social and sexual lifestyles and culture of gay and bisexual men, and (4) to monitor the trends towards safer sex practice, especially the adoption of condoms.

As a longitudinal study, there was a major focus on change in these processes. SIGMA was one of the largest studies of gay and bisexual men in the world, was an integral part of the WHO (Global Programme on AIDS) Seven-Nation Homosexual Response Studies and shared research instruments with a number of US and European projects.

A component part of SIGMA data consists of 1,975 month-long sexual diaries. The Diaries Project asked gay and bisexual men to keep diaries, filled in on a daily basis usually over a period of a maximum of one month, giving detailed information about the content and sequence of their sexual activity, about their partners' characteristics and about the context in which the sexual behaviour occurred. Diarists were recruited both as part of the Project SIGMA ongoing samples, supplemented occasionally by large-scale appeals in the gay press for volunteers. The 774 diaries have now been anonymised, microfiched and indexed. the machine-readable coded versions are lodged in this dataset. The natural-language microfiched and anonymised versions are not held at the UK Data Archive, but at the Wellcome Library for the History and Understanding of Medicine, Archives and Manuscripts, The Wellcome Trust, London; see the Wellcome Trust Investigating responses to AIDS in the late 1980s blog page for further details and how to apply for access.

The global Gay Dating App market is poised for significant expansion, driven by increasing social acceptance, a growing digital-first generation, and the continuous evolution of app functionalities catering to diverse LGBTQ+ community needs. With a robust estimated market size of $2,500 million in 2025, and a projected Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 18% through 2033, this sector is a dynamic and lucrative segment within the broader online dating industry. The market's growth is fueled by several key drivers: the democratization of digital platforms for connection, a heightened awareness and advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights globally, and the development of more sophisticated matching algorithms and community-building features within apps. Furthermore, the increasing smartphone penetration across all demographics and regions, coupled with a growing comfort level with online interactions for relationship building, significantly bolsters adoption rates. The market is segmented by application, with "Gay Man" applications holding the largest share, followed by "Lesbian" and "Double Sexuality" segments, reflecting the diverse user base. The increasing demand for enhanced privacy features and community spaces within these applications are also key trends shaping the market. Looking ahead, the market is expected to continue its upward trajectory, attracting substantial investment and innovation. Emerging trends include the integration of AI for personalized matches, the rise of niche dating platforms catering to specific sub-segments within the LGBTQ+ community, and the enhanced focus on safety and verified profiles to foster trust among users. While the market enjoys strong growth drivers, certain restraints such as data privacy concerns and the potential for platform saturation in highly competitive regions need to be addressed by key players. However, the overarching narrative is one of substantial opportunity, with North America and Europe currently leading in market penetration, while the Asia Pacific region presents significant untapped potential for growth. Companies like Grindr, Hornet, HER, and Tinder, among others, are at the forefront, continually innovating to capture this expanding market share and cater to the evolving needs of the LGBTQ+ dating community. The market is expected to reach approximately $9,500 million by 2033, highlighting its considerable long-term growth prospects. Here's a unique report description for a Gay Dating App market analysis, incorporating your specified elements and constraints:

This in-depth report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global Gay Dating App market, offering critical insights into its evolution and future trajectory. Spanning a study period from 2019 to 2033, with a base and estimated year of 2025, this report leverages historical data (2019-2024) and forecasts the market's growth through 2033. We delve into the intricate interplay of technological advancements, regulatory landscapes, user preferences, and competitive strategies that are shaping this dynamic industry. The market is projected to witness significant expansion, driven by increasing digital adoption and a growing demand for inclusive dating platforms. We estimate the market to reach $250 million by 2025, with an anticipated growth to $700 million by 2033, reflecting a robust Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of approximately 11%.

BackgroundSexual orientation encompasses three dimensions: sexual identity, attraction and behaviour. There is increasing demand for data on sexual orientation to meet equality legislation, monitor potential inequalities and address public health needs. We present estimates of all three dimensions and their overlap in British men and women, and consider the implications for health services, research and the development and evaluation of public health interventions.MethodsAnalyses of data from Britain’s third National Survey of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyles, a probability sample survey (15,162 people aged 16–74 years) undertaken in 2010–2012.FindingsA lesbian, gay or bisexual (LGB) identity was reported by 2·5% of men and 2·4% of women, whilst 6·5% of men and 11·5% of women reported any same-sex attraction and 5·5% of men and 6·1% of women reported ever experience of same-sex sex. This equates to approximately 547,000 men and 546,000 women aged 16–74 in Britain self-identifying as LGB and 1,204,000 men and 1,389,000 women ever having experience of same-sex sex. Of those reporting same-sex sex in the past 5 years, 28% of men and 45% of women identified as heterosexual.InterpretationThere is large variation in the size of sexual minority populations depending on the dimension applied, with implications for the design of epidemiological studies, targeting and monitoring of public health interventions and estimating population-based denominators. There is also substantial diversity on an individual level between identity, behaviour and attraction, adding to the complexity of delivering appropriate services and interventions.

The Dating Apps for LGBT People market has evolved significantly over the past decade, becoming a vital platform for fostering connections and relationships within the LGBTQ+ community. As societal acceptance continues to grow, so does the demand for safe and inclusive dating experiences. According to the latest rep

This research project examined the experiences of Irish lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered (LGBT) people living in London. There is a long history of Irish migration to the UK, particularly London. This has coincided historically with many Irish LGBT people feeling compelled to emigrate in search of a more supportive social climate. The appeal of global cities to LGBT people has long been acknowledged. Metropolitan centres are associated with tolerance of sexual diversity and established queer communities. This study will explore Irish queer migrants' reasons for moving to London and experiences there. The research questions will focus on notions of home, identity, belonging, familial relationships and subjectivity. By exploring the relationship between sexuality, ethnicity and diaspora, the study intended to uncover the ways in which contemporary sexual citizenship, migration and queer imaginaries of the metropolis are mutually implicated in complex ways. A qualitative dataset is produced containing interviews with 38 Irish LGBT participants who have been living in London for at least five years. In addition to generating new theoretical work on sexuality and migration, the research findings will be used to inform policy and debate regarding processes of social exclusion.

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Aineisto koostuu tanssija Atte Kilpisen (AK) kerronnallisesta tutkimushaastattelusta elokuussa 2020. Aineisto liittyy väitöskirjaan Oma pimiö – Tietämisen rajat jääkiekkoilijan, tanssijan, valokuvamallin ja Tom of Finlandin kirjoitetuissa muotokuvissa ja on perusta Atte Kilpisen kaunokirjalliselle muotokuvalle. 1. kerronnallinen teemahaastattelu 8.8.2020 klo 14.00 on tehty aluksi Zoom-videopuheluna ja jatkettu puhelinhaastatteluna. Aineisto koostuu äänitteestä ja sen litteraatiosta. Aineiston koko: äänite 2 h 21 min., litteraatio 37 sivua. Kerronnallisen teemahaastattelun alussa on ensin avoin elämäntarina, sen jälkeen teemaan liittyviä tarkentavia lisäkysymyksiä ja elämäntarinasta nousseita seikkoja tarkentavia kysymyksiä. Aineisto sisältää vastaukset kysymyksiin A) Millainen on AK:n elämäntarina tanssin kautta kerrottuna? B) Missä AK on opiskellut tanssia, mihin hänellä on ollut kiinnityksiä, millaisia tanssirooleja ja esiintymiskokemuksia? AK kertoo Ylen haastattelussa, että hänellä on mies ja lapsi. C) Miten AK määrittelee seksuaali-identiteettinsä: homo, bi, pan, A, joku muu? Miten seksuaali-identiteetti on kehittynyt? Minkä ikäisenä ymmärsi seksuaalisen suuntautumisensa olevan sitä, mitä se on? Onko seksuaali-identiteetti muuntunut jossain vaiheessa? D) Miten AK kuvailee itseään miehenä? Onko AK ollut koskaan kaapissa? Mitä kaappi tarkoittaa AK:lle? Mitä konkreettisia esimerkkejä, tapahtumia AK:lla on kaapista? Millaista on olla kaapissa? Millaista on “käydä heterosta”? Mitä piirteitä AK on korostanut itsessään, millaisia peitellyt? E) Milloin ja miten AK on tullut ulos? Miten vanhemmat suhtautuivat? Entä muut ihmiset? F) Onko esiintymislavalla kaappia? Onko AK joutunut koskaan valehtelemaan identiteetistään? Onko miestanssijalle helpompi olla ei-hetero kuin jääkiekkoilijalle? Mitä ei-heterous merkitsee AK:lle?

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