States Known for Intellectual Populations?

Hello folks! Just for fun, I wanted to know if there are any states known for having 'smart,' academically oriented populations or just a lot of college-educated people. Anyone know?

Sure, there are several states in the U.S. that are often recognized for their high populations of residents with advanced educational attainment.

1. Massachusetts: Massachusetts consistently ranks at the top of lists for education and often has the highest percentage of adults with a bachelor's degree or higher. It's home to many top educational institutions such as Harvard, MIT, and Boston University.

2. California: This state has a high percentage of adults with bachelor's degrees, particularly in areas like Silicon Valley and San Francisco due to the tech industry there. It is also home to many top universities such as Stanford, Berkeley, and Caltech.

3. Colorado: Known for its active lifestyle, Colorado also has one of the most highly educated populations in the U.S.

4. Connecticut: Often overlooked, Connecticut also has a high percentage of adults who have completed college. It is home to prominent institutions like Yale.

5. Maryland: Maryland often ranks high for education, in part due to its proximity to Washington D.C. and the many government and professional jobs in that area.

These figures can change depending on what factors you are considering – whether you're looking at high school education, number of residents with college degrees, or residents with post-graduate degrees. It's also worth noting that a lot of this is self-reinforcing. States with top universities attract intellectual individuals, which in turn helps build a community/ culture of academic oriented populations.