"83% of LGBTQ+ adults said their cost of living increased over the past year, with 58% saying it has increased 'a lot.' In comparison, 82% of non-LGBTQ+ adults reported similar increases."
"76% of LGBTQ+ adults worry about affording health care for themselves and their family, compared to 65% of non-LGBTQ+ adults who felt the same."
"The findings are concerning since a 2024 KFF study found that 26% of LGBTQ+ people are more likely to report being in fair or poor physical health than the 19% of non-LGBTQ+ people who report the same."
A study by the Kaiser Family Foundation reveals that LGBTQ+ adults experience more significant financial concerns than non-LGBTQ+ adults. 83% of LGBTQ+ adults reported increased living costs, with 76% worrying about affording healthcare. In contrast, 65% of non-LGBTQ+ adults share this concern. Additionally, 64% of LGBTQ+ adults worry about prescription medication costs, compared to 58% of non-LGBTQ+ adults. The study indicates that LGBTQ+ adults are more likely to struggle with household expenses, reflecting their generally lower incomes and poorer health status.
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