To escape discrimination, up to 90% of transgender or non-binary individuals report taking "avoidance" actions, such as changing their dress, hiding relationships, or avoiding medical offices. Health and Wellbeing

The community includes transgender men and women, but also a growing number of non-binary, gender-fluid, and gender-queer individuals.

Transgender adults are significantly younger on average than the non-trans population; over 50% are under the age of 35.