Average IQ in Yemen
Yemen has an average IQ of 80, ranking #146 out of 195 countries globally. This is considered below average on the worldwide scale.
Key Statistics
Education System in Yemen
Yemen's education system has been devastated by ongoing civil conflict. Pre-conflict challenges included low enrollment rates, particularly for girls in rural areas.
IQ and Economic Development
Yemen's GDP per capita of $2,560 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 3.2 average years of schooling and a 4.6% GDP investment in education, Yemen maintains a moderate investment in education.
Countries with Similar IQ Scores
Asia Rankings
| # | Country | Avg IQ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Singapore | 108 |
| 2 | Japan | 106 |
| 3 | South Korea | 106 |
| 4 | China | 106 |
| 5 | North Korea | 102 |
| 6 | Mongolia | 101 |
| 7 | Israel | 100 |
| 8 | Vietnam | 99 |
| 9 | Kazakhstan | 96 |
| 10 | Malaysia | 95 |
Data Sources for Yemen
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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