Average IQ in Somalia
Somalia has an average IQ of 68, ranking #193 out of 195 countries globally. This is considered below the global average on the worldwide scale.
Key Statistics
Education System in Somalia
Somalia's education system was severely damaged by decades of conflict. Instruction is in Somali and Arabic, with Koranic schools serving as a primary education source in many areas.
Note: Very limited testing data. Estimates carry high uncertainty due to prolonged instability and population displacement.
IQ and Economic Development
Somalia's GDP per capita of $1,310 reflects a lower-income economy. Research shows a moderate correlation (r ≈ 0.7) between national GDP and measured IQ, though this relationship is complex and bidirectional.
With 2 average years of schooling and a 1.3% GDP investment in education, Somalia has room to increase education investment relative to GDP.
Countries with Similar IQ Scores
Africa Rankings
| # | Country | Avg IQ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mauritius | 92 |
| 2 | Morocco | 87 |
| 3 | Tunisia | 87 |
| 4 | Egypt | 86 |
| 5 | Algeria | 86 |
| 6 | Seychelles | 86 |
| 7 | Libya | 85 |
| 8 | South Africa | 84 |
| 9 | Nigeria | 84 |
| 10 | Madagascar | 84 |
Data Sources for Somalia
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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