Updated Jan 2026
Best Cities for LGBTQ+ Families Inclusive and safe
Progressive, safe, and welcoming communities.
2026 Rankings at a Glance
| Rank | City | State | Population | Median Income | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York ★ Top Pick | NY | 8,258,035 | $76,577 | |
| 2 | CA | 3,820,963 | $79,701 | ||
| 3 | IL | 2,664,454 | $74,474 | ||
| 4 | TX | 2,311,461 | $62,637 | ||
| 5 | AZ | 1,650,051 | $79,664 | ||
| 6 | PA | 1,550,542 | $60,302 | ||
| 7 | TX | 1,495,312 | $62,322 | ||
| 8 | CA | 1,388,312 | $105,780 | ||
| 9 | TX | 1,302,859 | $70,121 | ||
| 10 | FL | 985,837 | $68,069 | ||
| 11 | TX | 976,932 | $77,082 | ||
| 12 | CA | 969,615 | $136,229 | ||
| 13 | TX | 979,700 | $91,501 | ||
| 14 | NC | 911,307 | $80,581 | ||
| 15 | OH | 909,074 | $62,350 |
How We Ranked These Cities
Cost of Living Data
Housing index, utilities, groceries, and transportation costs from Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Crime Statistics
FBI Uniform Crime Report data for violent and property crime rates per 100,000 residents.
Economic Opportunity
Median household income, unemployment rates, and job market health from Census Bureau.
Housing Market
Median home prices and rental costs from Zillow Research and Census data.
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