US Sex Map 2026 US Sex Map 2026
Welcome to the 2026 Lovehoney awards! Americans are exploring a dazzling variety of desires in the bedroom, and we’re revealing their sexy secrets (anonymously, of course). From spicing things up with roleplay and costumes to which state comes out on top, find out what your zip code is really into right here.
The sexiest states in 2026
Before we reveal the award winners, let’s look at how each state ranks for:
Total purchases per capita
Average dildo length
Average dildo girth
Sheer volume of lube
Select your area on the map to see how it measures up.
Compare your city:
Who comes first?
Enter your city and another location below to see which area buys the most from categories like vibrators, costumes, and flavored lube.
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See what your neighbors are up to
Top ranked cities across the US: Who bought the most products?
Now to find out where came out on top of the sexiest cities in the US.
1 |
Boston, Massachusetts |
2 |
Somerville, Massachusetts |
3 |
Reston, Virginia |
4 |
Bozeman, Montana |
5 |
Chapel Hill, North Carolina |
6 |
Blacksburg, Virginia |
7 |
Royal Oak, Michigan |
8 |
Fairbanks, Alaska |
9 |
Boulder, Colorado |
10 |
State College, Pennsylvania |
The Lovehoney Awards 2026
And now: it’s time to roll out the red carpet and start the Lovehoney Awards 2026. For each category, you’ll find four nominees. These locations have been buying the most sexual wellness products on Lovehoney USA. But only one spot can take home the award!
Let’s find out if your hometown has picked up a cheeky title this year.
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State that buys the most products
Sexiest State award
And now for our most prestigious award! Let’s find out who’s the Sexiest State; the one that buys the most products of all. Shoutout to all our nominees for exploring what feels good.
Buys the most bondage products
Kinkiest City award
Bondage can make sex feel more thrilling and immersive, while strengthening trust and communication with your partner. Buying the most bondage products overall, these nominees know the excitement of exploring boundaries and stripping away distractions.
Buys the most fantasy dildos
Most Otherworldly City award
There’s something freeing about leaving the daily grind at the bedroom door and leaning into pure escapism. Our nominees like to break the mold with non-realistic dildos made from beaded glass or stainless steel. Some travel to an entirely new world with fantasy dildos inspired by dragons, unicorns, and monsters.
Buys the most lingerie
Sensational Style award
Newly introduced for 2026, the Sensational Style award celebrates the area that truly knows how to turn the heat up by buying the most lingerie. Alluring, sophisticated and oh-so sexy, the nominees are:
Buys the most costumes
Risqué Roleplay award
Our next group of nominees knows how to bring any fantasy to life, because they buy the most costumes.
Buys the most French maid costumes
Frisky French Maid award
Who knew a good cleaning session could be so fulfilling? These areas do – they buy the most French maid costumes.
Buys the most nurse costumes
Naughty Nurse award
Whether it’s a full uniform, or accessories like nurse hats and stethoscopes, our next nominees are making a routine health check-up into a moment to remember.
Buys the most police costumes
Take Control award
Naughty, nice, or somewhere in between. Our nominees are taking control of their bedroom situation by buying the most cop costumes.
Buys the most nipple tassels & pasties
Peak Performance award
A little burlesque glamor goes a long way: think sequins, glitter and diamantés to brighten up your lingerie (or not... ). This award celebrates the cities that buy the most nipple tassels and pasties.
Buys the most nipple clamps
Heightened Sensitivity award
We’re not done with nipples just yet – this award is for the city that bought the most nipple clamps. Our nominees love to experience the sweet pinch of pain mixed with pleasure.
Buys the most novelty toys
Adventure award
Sex doesn’t have to be serious – some light-hearted games and toys bring a different vibe to the bedroom (no pun intended) and humor can help you and your partner to bond. These cities buy the most novelty toys; we bet they host a good game night too.
Buys the most realistic dildos
Attention To Detail award
These cities know there’s nothing like the real thing, because they buy the most realistic dildos. With a variety of skin tones, these dildos are soft like skin, with lifelike textures like veined shafts and soft balls.
Buys the most dildos
Toy in the Drawer award
A true tried-and-tested staple, dildos provide pleasure during vaginal or anal play, partnered sex or solo sessions. Our next group of nominees buy the most and, in an interesting twist, they’re all from the same state: Massachusetts. We want what they’re having.
Intermission: You Do You
A quick break from the awards, as we take a look at some of the most interesting and intriguing data around dildos. These stats were a secret... until now!
Most popular dildo size per state
Buys the most 7-inch dildos:
Montana
Buys the most 6.5-inch dildos:
North Carolina
Buys the most 5-inch dildos:
California
| # | State | Total insertable length |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 45,504 inches |
| 2 | Texas | 31,618 inches |
| 3 | New York | 28,442 inches |
| 4 | Florida | 25,239 inches |
| 5 | Pennsylvania | 18,811 inches |
| 6 | Virginia | 16,000 inches |
| 7 | North Carolina | 15,439 inches |
| 8 | Illinois | 14,747 inches |
| 9 | Georgia | 13,776 inches |
| 10 | Ohio | 13,758 inches |
The total insertable length across all states was a whopping 440,787.5 inches, or 36,732.3 feet, which is equal to approximately:
120.4 Statues of Liberty
35.1 Chrysler Buildings
34.3 Salesforce Towers
30.6 St. Regis Chicagos
25.3 Empire State Buildings
20.7 One World Trade Centers
Average dildo size
Average dildo size::
6.71 inches
Buys the biggest dildos
2026
# |
State |
Average size |
|---|---|---|
1 |
Montana |
6.98 inches |
2 |
Idaho |
6.92 inches |
3 |
Nebraska |
6.85 inches |
4 |
Wyoming |
6.84 inches |
5 |
Nevada |
6.83 inches |
2025
# |
State |
Average size |
|---|---|---|
1 |
Vermont |
7.03 inches |
2 |
New Mexico |
7.02 inches |
3 |
Alabama |
6.99 inches |
4 |
Maine |
6.98 inches |
5 |
Wyoming |
6.90 inches |
Curiously, the average sizes have shrunk slightly, with no state going over 7 inches (although Montana gets pretty close). Just goes to show: Bigger isn’t always better!
Buys the smallest dildos
2026
# |
State |
Average size |
|---|---|---|
1 |
Vermont |
6.56 inches |
2 |
South Carolina |
6.57 inches |
3 |
Kansas |
6.58 inches |
4 |
South Dakota |
6.59 inches |
5 |
New York |
6.61 inches |
2025
# |
State |
Average size |
|---|---|---|
1 |
South Dakota |
6.42 inches |
2 |
Puerto Rico |
6.43 inches |
3 |
Connecticut |
6.50 inches |
4 |
New Jersey |
6.54 inches |
5 |
Virginia |
6.54 inches |
Meanwhile, the numbers are larger on average here, with less difference between states overall. That’s one way to bring a nation together!
Buys the most strap-ons
Most Versatile City award
A little bit kinky and a lot of fun, strap-ons give couples a chance to feel something new. That’s why our next nominees can’t get enough!
Buys the most lube
Slide & Glide award
Lube is a simple slickness enhancer, but don’t underestimate how good it can make sex feel. It keeps things slick for longer, meaning less chafe and more pleasure. These cities know what’s up, because they buy more lube than anywhere else.
Total lube weight
In total, the US bought 116,931.67 gallons of lube, which could fill about 390 four-person hot tubs.
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Most popular lube flavors
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Strawberry |
2 |
Bubblegum |
3 |
Cherry |
4 |
Peach |
5 |
Birthday Cake |
Buys the most male sex toys
Flying Solo award
The world of male sex toys is bigger than many people realize, and we’re here to open your eyes to it. But we don’t need to encourage our next nominees, who buy the most products across this category.
Buys the most Fleshlights
Fantasy Fun award
There are some things your hand just can’t do, which is why Fleshlights are so popular. These toys have intriguing inner textures and often look and feel surprisingly close to the real thing. Our next nominees buy more Fleshlights than anywhere else.
Buys the most female orgasm enhancers
Don’t Come Quietly award
Our next nominees take pleasure to a whole new level by buying the most female orgasm enhancers. From oils and gels to creams and position enhancers, they’re all designed to increase arousal and intensity.
Buys the most anal toys
Peachiest Place award
Our butts are full of nerve-endings and surrounded by taboo. That’s what makes anal toys like butt plugs and anal beads so appealing, especially to our next bunch of nominees. These regions are confidently taking their anal play to the next level.
Buys the most sex dolls
Most Out-of-the-Box City award
There’s nothing like a little visual stimulation to fire up your imagination. The inviting silhouette of a sex doll waiting for you in the low light brings a thrilling sense of physical presence to your alone time. Our next nominees buy more than anywhere else.
Buys the most condoms
Safe Sex award
Safe sex is all about protecting you and your lover so you can focus on what feels good. These cities are buying the most condoms overall, whether they prefer something fuss-free, flavored, or even textured!
Buys the most XL condoms
Biggest Protector award
Bigger gents need bigger condoms – and these cities buy more of the extra-large variety, staying safe and comfortable as they pursue pleasure.
Buys the most penis molding kits
Most DIY City award
Bringing some creativity to the bedroom now... these cities don’t just buy any dildos; they buy the most penis molding kits, so they can create a vibrating toy the exact shape and size of their lover. An erotic gift that keeps on giving.
Getting wild in Washington D.C. (again!)
Washington D.C. may be famous for high-stakes politics and boardroom power plays, but once the briefcases click shut, the city is focused on a much more private kind of persuasion. And since our expertise lies in the diplomacy of the bedroom, we thought it was worth revisiting some of the sauciest stats from across the Beltway.
Let’s uncover the city’s naughty secrets.
Most popular products
1 |
Vibrators |
2 |
Bondage |
3 |
Butt plugs |
4 |
Strap-ons |
5 |
Anal sex toys |
Average dildo measurements
The average dildo length in Washington D.C.
6.80 inches
The nation’s average
6.71 inches
