California ranks third most polyamorous state in the US — as a Bible Belt state takes the throuple crown

A dating app study ranked California third among US states for polyamory, with Los Angeles seventh among cities. The findings suggest interest is spread well beyond California, while West Hollywood has also approved a local registry for relationships involving three or more adults.

Sister Wives said California accounts for 7.19% of its roughly 15,000 users; Texas leads with 10.08%, followed by Florida at 7.4%. Atlanta topped the city rankings with 2.09% of users, ahead of New York City at 1.95%; Houston was third at 1.86%. West Hollywood’s registry offers some benefits, including hospital visitation and tenant protections, but does not provide the rights of marriage or state-recognised domestic partnerships.