Just over half reject the idea that some races are smarter due to genetics
Core finding
In a Verasight survey conducted May 22-24, 2024, just over half of Americans (53%) disagree that certain races may be smarter than others because of genetics, including 35% who disagree strongly.
About a third (35%) agree with the statement, while roughly one-in-eight (12%) say they don’t know.
Topline scale
Just over half reject the idea that some races are smarter due to genetics.
Please indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree with the following statement: Certain races may be smarter than others because of genetics.
n = 1,000 · May 22–24, 2024 · MoE ±3.3%
Methodology
Full methodology →| Mode | Verasight panel recruited via random address-based sampling, random person-to-person text messaging, and dynamic online targeting |
|---|---|
| Population | US adults age 18+ |
| Field dates | May 22–24, 2024 |
| Base (unweighted) | 1,000 |
| Margin of error | ±3.3% |
| Module | Verasight AAPOR Omnibus Survey #2024-054 |
| Sponsor | Verasight |
| Weight variable | weight |
| Weighting targets | age, race/ethnicity, sex, income, education, region, metropolitan status |
Sources
- verasight-aapor-2024.tiiny.co
Please indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree with the following statement: Certain races may be smarter than others because of genetics.
Cite this question
Verasight AAPOR Omnibus Survey #2024-054, fielded May 22-24, 2024, N=1,000 US adults age 18+, +/- 3.3%.