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Title: New plusOne Report Reveals America’s "Pleasure Gap": National Sexual Satisfaction Averages a Failing 4.77/10, but the South Defies Stereotypes

NNewton, MA, United States, 1st Apr 2026 - plusOne, a leading sexual wellness brand, today released The Pleasure Gap by Geography 2026, a comprehensive report mapping how geographic location, culture, and access to education shape the intimate lives of Americans. The data reveals a striking national baseline: the average American rates their sexual satisfaction at just 4.77 out of 10.However, this national average masks enormous regional disparities, creating a widespread "pleasure gap" across the United States. The report, which combines a 2,000-person nationally representative survey with external geographic studies, uncovers surprising paradoxes about frequency, curiosity, and regional stereotypes.Key Findings from the 2026 Report:The Bible Belt Defies Stereotypes: The South leads the nation in sexual satisfaction, claiming five of the top seven most satisfied states. Oklahoma ranks #1 overall with a score of 6.79/10, followed closely by Kentucky and Texas. The region also boasts some of the highest per-capita sex toy sales in the nation.Frequency Does Not Equal Fulfillment: Residents of the Northeast have the most frequent sex (averaging 2.5 times per week), yet the region reports wildly variable satisfaction levels, home to some of the highest and lowest-scoring states. Meanwhile, Alaskans report having sex three times per week—the highest frequency in the nation—but rank dead last in satisfaction with a score of 2.52/10.The Curiosity Paradox: States searching the most for sexual wellness information are not the most satisfied. Utah leads the country in online sex-related searches (2,641 searches per 100K residents) but ranks 36th in actual satisfaction with a score of 4.08/10.The Urban/Rural Access Divide: Over 70% of urban adults prefer shopping online for intima...


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