Average IQ in South Dakota

The average IQ in South Dakota is estimated at 100. State figures like this are modelled from school achievement data, the approach used by McDaniel (2006), rather than measured with IQ tests.

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#25
IQ rank of 50 states: +1
Points vs the state average (99): #28
Education rank: 900,000
Population

Where South Dakota ranks

South Dakota combines agricultural traditions with financial services and tourism. Treat the figure as a rough guide: school test results track funding, poverty and who stays in school, and a state average says nothing about any one resident.

State	Avg IQ	Rank
Rhode Island	100	#23
Kansas	100	#24
South Dakota	100	#25
Idaho	100	#26
Ohio	99	#27

States with the same estimate share a value, so a rank one or two places apart means very little. See the full table of all 50 states.

South Dakota at a glance

State: South Dakota (SD)
Population: 900,000
Leading universities: University of South Dakota, South Dakota State
Main industries: Agriculture, Finance, Tourism, Manufacturing
Cognitive strengths: Agricultural innovation, Financial services, Self-reliance

South Dakota IQ: frequently asked questions

What is the average IQ in South Dakota?

The average IQ in South Dakota is approximately 100, which is 1 points above the national average of 99. This places South Dakota at #25 among all 50 US states.

Why does South Dakota rank #25 in IQ?

South Dakota's IQ ranking is influenced by factors including educational investment, university density (notably University of South Dakota and South Dakota State), dominant industries (Agriculture, Finance), and migration patterns of educated workers.

What are the top universities in South Dakota?

The top universities in South Dakota include University of South Dakota, South Dakota State. These institutions contribute significantly to the state's cognitive profile and attract high-IQ students and researchers.

What industries dominate in South Dakota?

South Dakota's economy is driven by Agriculture, Finance, Tourism, Manufacturing. These industries shape the cognitive demands and opportunities for residents.

How does South Dakota's education system rank?

South Dakota ranks #28 in education among all US states. This ranking considers factors like school funding, graduation rates, test scores, and higher education access.

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