Pay Gap Analysis: Economic Disparities in LGBTQIA+ Communities
An analysis
This analysis examines the persistent wage disparities affecting LGBTQIA+ communities, incorporating intersectional factors, industry-specific trends, and longitudinal data to provide a comprehensive understanding of economic inequalities and their broader societal implications.
Executive Summary
Key Findings (2023):
LGBTQIA+ workers earn $0.89 for every $1 earned by non-LGBTQIA+ peers
Transgender workers face a 32% earnings gap
Intersectional disparities compound pay inequalities
Benefits access shows significant disparities1
Wage Gap Analysis by Identity
Identity Category Wage Gap (%) Annual Income Difference Gay Men -11% -$7,200 Lesbian Women -17% -$11,400 Transgender Individuals -32% -$21,800 Non-Binary Individuals -27% -$18,500
Intersectional Analysis
Compounded Disparities:
LGBTQIA+ People of Color: Additional 15-23% wage gap
LGBTQIA+ Individuals with Disabilities: Additional 18-25% gap
Transgender Women of Color: Up to 45% total wage gap
Rural LGBTQIA+ Workers: Additional 12% gap2
Industry-Sp…
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