GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024

Statistics About The Most Forgotten States

An analysis of forgotten states reveals that Wyoming, Vermont, and Alaska are consistently among the least recalled by Americans.

Last Updated: June 23, 2024

Written & Summarized by: Jannik Lindner

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In this post, we delve into the most forgotten states in the United States based on recent statistics. From the challenging task of correctly identifying states on a map to ranking each state by its level of memorability, we uncover intriguing insights about which states tend to slip our minds the most.

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"Only 44% of respondents were able to accurately identify Delaware on a map of the United States."

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"Utah is reported as the 3rd most forgotten state."

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"Only 30% of Americans are able to correctly identify Wyoming on a map."

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"Vermont ranks 4th in the list of most forgotten states in the U.S."

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"Oregon is the most forgotten state in the Pacific Northwest."

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"Kansas is the least memorable state in the Midwest."

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"On average, West Virginia is the fifth most forgotten state when people are asked to list them all."

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"Mississippi is the most forgotten state in the South."

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"45% of respondents could not accurately identify Nevada on a map."

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"Arkansas is considered the sixth most forgotten state."

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"Nebraska is the seventh most forgotten state in the U.S."

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"Iowa is the eighth most forgotten state in America."

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"Connecticut is the most forgotten state in the New England region."

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"Oklahoma is the ninth most forgotten state in the U.S."

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"Wisconsin is the 10th most forgotten state in the U.S."

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"Kentucky is the 11th most forgotten state in the U.S."

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"Louisiana is the twelfth most forgotten state according to the list."

In conclusion, the statistics presented reveal a concerning lack of geographical knowledge among Americans, with many struggling to accurately identify various states on a map. From the low recognition rates of states like Delaware, Wyoming, and Nevada to the consistent placement of states like Vermont, Mississippi, and Connecticut on the list of most forgotten states, it is clear that there is room for improvement in the public’s understanding of U.S. geography. Additionally, the regional trends highlighting states like Oregon, Kansas, and Wisconsin as particularly forgotten indicate varying levels of familiarity across different parts of the country. These statistics underscore the importance of promoting geographic literacy to ensure a better understanding and appreciation of the diversity and geography of the United States.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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