According to new data from the 2020 U.S. Census, Broward County, Florida, stands out as one of the top U.S. counties with a high concentration of same-sex couples. The county, which includes Fort Lauderdale, joins major cities like New York, San Francisco, and Riverside, California, in having a significant population of male same-sex couples. This contrasts with female couples, who are more likely to be found in smaller towns and less populated counties, such as Kings County, New York, and Alameda County, California. The census data also highlighted a trend of same-sex couples settling in areas with larger LGBTQ populations, predominantly in Florida, the Northeast, and the West Coast. However, the current census data has limitations; it only captures LGBTQ information for people who live together as spouses or partners. This means that a significant portion of the LGBTQ community—those who are single, not cohabiting —remains unrepresented in these statistics. To address this gap, the Census Bureau has announced plans to include questions about sexual orientation and gender identity in its annual American Community Survey (ACS), beginning next year. This addition marks a significant step towards more inclusive data collection, which will help to better understand and serve the diverse queer community. The ACS, which surveys nearly 300,000 households annually, will offer a more comprehensive look at American life and inform federal funding allocations. The initiative follows President Biden's directive to enhance federal data collection on queer communities, demonstrating a commitment to inclusivity and representation. #Queer Up South Florida & Florida