Average IQ in Jamaica
Jamaica has an average IQ of 80, ranking #140 out of 195 countries globally. This is considered below average on the worldwide scale.
Key Statistics
Education System in Jamaica
Jamaica provides 6 years of compulsory primary education. The Common Entrance Exam determines secondary school placement. English is the medium of instruction.
IQ and Economic Development
Jamaica's GDP per capita of $10,330 reflects a developing economy. Research shows a moderate correlation (r ≈ 0.7) between national GDP and measured IQ, though this relationship is complex and bidirectional.
With 9.7 average years of schooling and a 5.2% GDP investment in education, Jamaica maintains a moderate investment in education.
Countries with Similar IQ Scores
North America Rankings
| # | Country | Avg IQ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Canada | 101 |
| 2 | United States | 100 |
| 3 | Mexico | 90 |
| 4 | Costa Rica | 89 |
| 5 | Cuba | 88 |
| 6 | Panama | 87 |
| 7 | Dominican Republic | 85 |
| 8 | Honduras | 84 |
| 9 | Trinidad and Tobago | 83 |
| 10 | Guatemala | 83 |
Data Sources for Jamaica
National IQ estimates are approximate and based on meta-analyses of available cognitive testing data (Becker, 2019; Lynn & Vanhanen, 2012; World Population Review, 2025). These scores reflect measured test performance and are influenced by education, nutrition, healthcare, and socioeconomic factors — they do not measure innate intelligence. Within-country variation is much larger than between-country differences. IQ tests developed in Western contexts may not translate fairly across all cultures. Interpret with appropriate caution.
See the full methodology on our main IQ by Country page for complete source descriptions and data quality notes.
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