Global IQ Statistics

Explore comprehensive intelligence data from around the world and discover fascinating insights about cognitive abilities

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Average IQ

Top Performing Country

Singapore
Average IQ: 108.2

Highest Individual Score

167
Recorded this month

Most Active Age Group

25-34
34% of all tests

Average Completion Time

18:42
Across all test types

Average IQ Scores by Country

Global intelligence rankings based on comprehensive test data

Global IQ Distribution

Rank Country Flag Average IQ Tests Taken Trend

IQ Distribution by Age

How cognitive performance varies across different age groups

Average IQ by Age Group

104.2
18-25
24,531
106.8
26-35
43,721
105.3
36-45
32,156
103.1
46-55
18,942
101.7
56-65
6,834
100.4
65+
1,359

Key Insights

Peak Performance

Ages 26-35 show the highest average IQ scores, likely due to educational completion and cognitive maturity.

Most Active Group

Young adults (26-35) comprise 34% of all test-takers, showing high engagement with cognitive assessment.

Gradual Decline

Slight decrease in average scores after age 45, consistent with cognitive aging research.

Test Performance Analytics

Detailed analysis of how different test types perform globally

Test Type Distribution

Quick Test (20Q)

Tests Taken: 54,231
Avg Score: 97.8
Avg Time: 16:32
89% completion rate

Standard Test (25Q)

Tests Taken: 58,942
Avg Score: 102.4
Avg Time: 21:15
92% completion rate

Comprehensive Test (30Q)

Tests Taken: 14,370
Avg Score: 108.2
Avg Time: 26:48
76% completion rate

Global IQ Distribution

Understanding how intelligence scores are distributed worldwide

Bell Curve Distribution

85 100 115
70 85 100 115 130

Score Distribution

Genius (130+) 2.1%
Superior (115-129) 13.6%
Average (85-114) 68.2%
Below Average (71-84) 13.6%
Significantly Below (70-) 2.3%

Interesting Facts

  • Only 2% of the population scores above 130 (genius level)
  • 68% of people score within the "normal" range (85-115)
  • The average IQ has increased by 3 points per decade since 1900
  • IQ scores follow a normal distribution across all populations

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