These Are the Smartest States in the U.S.

You don’t have to love word puzzles, brain games, and trivia to be a genius. (Though it never hurts to know a fun fact or two!) Some people are just plain smart—and it turns out many of them live in a few specific states. Using standardize IQ tests, psychologists can gauge your intelligence level. Though the average score and benchmark for comparison is 100, America only has a national IQ of 98. However, half of the states are far more exemplary. To see how your state stacks up, we’ve ranked the places that are above average in intelligence. And to see which area isn’t exactly the sharpest, This Is the Dumbest State in the U.S.

IQ score: 101

And if you’re wondering how unsafe your area is, This Is the Most Dangerous State in the U.S.

IQ score: 101.1

IQ score: 101.2

And if you want to have a long and happy life, Here’s How Long You’re Likely to Live in Every State.

IQ score: 101.4

IQ score: 101.5

IQ score: 101.6

And to see where your dollar doesn’t go far, This Is the State Where Your Money Is Worth the Least.

IQ score: 101.7

IQ score: 101.8

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IQ score: 101.9

IQ score: 101.9

IQ score: 102.3

IQ score: 102.4

IQ score: 102.8

IQ score: 102.8

IQ score: 102.8

IQ score: 102.9

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IQ score: 103.2

IQ score: 103.4

IQ score: 103.4

IQ score: 103.7

IQ score: 103.8

IQ score: 103.8

IQ score: 104.2

IQ score: 104.3

And if you’d like to test your mind, check out these 40 Random Obscure Facts That Will Make Everyone Think You’re a Genius.