Delaware Average IQ (2026 Rank & Data)

Delaware's estimated average IQ of 100.2 places it at rank #30 among US states in the Northeast region. Figures reflect education investment and poverty — not individual potential.

Delaware data snapshot

Population (approx.)

1 million

Child poverty proxy

~14.6%

K-12 spend rank (proxy)

#30 of 50

Delaware Avg IQ

~100.2

US Average

~98

National Rank

#30

vs US Avg

+2.2 pts

Delaware vs neighboring and peer states

State	Avg IQ	Rank	Region
New York	100.3	#29	Northeast
Rhode Island	100.1	#31	Northeast
Massachusetts	104.3	#1	Northeast
New Hampshire	104.2	#2	Northeast

Important context

State IQ averages reflect policy and economics — not genetics. Delaware's Northeast economy mixes urban services and rural counties—county-level NAEP and graduation rates vary more than the statewide IQ estimate suggests.

Delaware in the national rankings

State	Avg IQ	Rank
Massachusetts	104.3	#1
New Hampshire	104.2	#2
Delaware	100.2	#30
Louisiana	95.3	#49
Mississippi	94.2	#50

See all 50 states ranked →

Factors behind Delaware's score

Education investment

Delaware K-12 spending ranks near #30 nationally in our proxy model — strongly correlated with average IQ estimates.

Poverty & inequality

Child poverty proxy ~14.6% in Delaware affects nutrition, stress, and school readiness in early childhood.

Northeast labor market

The Northeast economy shapes migration of college graduates in and out of Dover metro areas versus rural counties.

Urban vs rural mix

Delaware's mix of metros and rural districts creates wider within-state IQ variance than a single statewide number suggests.

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Frequently asked questions — Delaware

What is the average IQ in Delaware?

The estimated average IQ in Delaware is approximately 100.2, placing it at rank #30 among US states. This is above the US average of ~98 and reflects systemic factors including education funding, poverty rates, and access to resources — not inherent differences in cognitive potential.

Why does Delaware rank where it does in average IQ?

Delaware's ranking reflects environmental factors: education spending per pupil (approximate rank #30), poverty (~14.6% child poverty proxy), and urban/rural opportunity. Delaware's Northeast economy mixes urban services and rural counties—county-level NAEP and graduation rates vary more than the statewide IQ estimate suggests.

Is the IQ data for Delaware accurate?

State IQ estimates are based on multiple studies and correlate with educational achievement data. Capital Dover and a population of ~1M shape labor markets and school systems. Individual variation within Delaware remains enormous.

How does Delaware's IQ compare to the US average?

Delaware's estimated average IQ of 100.2 is approximately 2.2 points above the US average of 98.

Can I score above average even if I'm from Delaware?

Absolutely. State averages are population statistics — they say nothing about individual potential. Your IQ reflects your specific education, environment, and opportunities, not your state of residence.

How does Delaware compare to neighboring states on average IQ?

Delaware (≈100.2) ranks #30 nationally. Compare with New York and Rhode Island in the full table on our Average IQ by State hub.

Average IQ in Delaware: 2026 Data, Rankings & Analysis

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