Even today, homosexuality continues to be a topic of discussion in many parts of the United States. Many cities in the US label homosexuality a crime, and LGBT+ rights across the globe are being eroded. In 2022, state lawmakers introduced over 300 bills targeting LGBTQI+ rights, particularly impacting LGBTQI+ youth and transgender individuals. These discriminatory policies are associated with and contribute to an increase in extremist anti-LGBTQI+ rhetoric, disinformation, and violence.
Although there are places that are not yet open to LGBT communities a multitude of cities are overwhelmingly accepting of the LGBT community in the US, with the inclusion of pride parades, events, festivals, LGBT community centers, support groups, and considered safest cities too. To make your search for your next home that much easier, we have created a list of the top 7 most LGBT-friendly cities in the US.