Kentucky and Indiana Ranked Among States with the Most Virgins

When it comes to "getting busy," people in some states don't hesitate, but in Kentucky and Indiana, it seems more people are holding onto their V-cards than you might expect.

Alright, let's talk about it. World Population Review has created a ranking of states with the most virgins based on survey data from the dating website OkCupid. According to their findings, Kentucky and Indiana rank among the top 10, checking in at No. 8 and No. 9, respectively. There are several factors influencing this, all of which we'll dive into—for science, of course.

The Average Age to Lose One's Virginity in the U.S.

Before going any further, it's important to note that virginity itself is technically "self-identified," and its importance is subjective to societal norms. That said, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that the average age of losing one’s virginity is 17.3 years for women and 17.0 years for men. If you're at all curious, Utah was found to be the state with the highest number of virgins, but as already mentioned, the tri-state isn't far behind.

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Why Kentucky and Indiana Have So Many V-Card Holders

World Population Review attributes a higher number of virgins in the tri-state to regional social norms and tourism numbers. For example, states with high numbers of virgins tend to experience the least amount of international tourism. Additionally, these states also tend to have strong religious values, preferring strict adherence to traditional family values. Most states in the southeastern part of the country tend to mirror this behavior.