Tampa has achieved a perfect score in the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Municipal Equality Index for 2025, according to results released on Tuesday. The index evaluates more than 500 municipalities nationwide on their efforts to support LGBTQ+ equality.
The assessment measures cities in areas such as non-discrimination laws, municipal employment practices, services and programs, law enforcement, and leadership on LGBTQ+ issues. Tampa scored 100 across all categories.
“When everyone feels safe, supported, and included, cities become more creative, economies grow, and public life becomes more vibrant,” said Mayor Jane Castor. “Studies consistently show that LGBTQ+ equality makes cities stronger for all residents, attracting talent, inspiring innovation, and building the kind of trust and energy that allow neighborhoods, businesses, and people to thrive together.”
Tampa is classified as a large city in this analysis. More information about the index can be found in the full report at https://www.hrc.org/resources/municipal-equality-index.
