Burning Man 2025 Census: Demographics, Diversity, and Challenges

The 2025 Burning Man census reveals 72,000 attendees, predominantly white (66%), middle-aged (avg. 37), highly educated, affluent, and Democratic-leaning, with improved gender balance (48% women) and 25% LGBTQ+. Despite inclusivity principles, racial diversity lags, prompting calls for broader access amid environmental and cultural challenges.