This Is the Smartest State 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, the U.S. only has a national IQ of 98. However, half of the states are far more exemplary. To see how your state stacks up, here are the states with residents whose IQs are above average, according to the most recent data collected by The Washington Post and Inc. And to see which area isn't exactly the sharpest, This Is the Dumbest State in the U.S.

Average IQ: 101

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

Average IQ: 101.1

Average IQ: 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.

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Average IQ: 101.6

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

Average IQ: 101.7

Average IQ: 101.8

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Average IQ: 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.