• As the AI dating phenomenon continues, a new study has revealed which states are the most obsessed with AI romances.
• The data found that Nevada is the seventh-most obsessed state with AI dating, amassing an average monthly search volume of 119.79 per 100,000 residents for terms like ‘AI Girlfriend’ and ‘AI Romance Chatbot.’ 

In recent months, the topic of AI dating has been making headlines, especially as OpenAI’s chief executive, Sam Altman, recently announced that ChatGPT will be introducing more explicit content to the site. Altman also announced plans for ChatGPT to become more ‘human-like,’ prompting concern among some of the site’s users. 

Parents are also becoming increasingly concerned over the concept of children using AI chatbots, especially after Altman’s decision to introduce more explicit content to ChatGPT. Whilst the upcoming updates will operate on an age verification basis, the decision has still sparked a massive debate on social media. 

In light of these recent updates, a new study has analyzed the AI dating phenomenon across America to reveal which states are the most frequently searching for AI dating chatbots and related terms. 

The AI Ad Generator, Bestever, initially created a list of key terms relating to AI dating, such as “AI romance app” and “AI girlfriend,” to determine which states have the highest average monthly search volumes for these terms. 

To accurately compare data across states of differing population sizes, the research scaled the data to reveal an average monthly search volume per 100,000 residents. This figure then determined the final ranking. 

Nevada’s Findings: 

Nevada is crowned the seventh-most obsessed state with AI dating chatbots, amassing an average monthly search volume of 119.79 per 100,000 people.

The data found that residents in Nevada are frequently searching for “Replika,” which is a software that allows users to engage in romantic conversations with an AI chatbot. The site promotes itself as the “AI for anyone who wants a friend with no judgment, drama, or social anxiety involved,” with users having the option to transform the chatbot into a “virtual girlfriend or boyfriend, friend, or mentor.” 

Apoorva Govind, the founder and CEO of Bestever, has commented on the research: 

“In recent months, the topic of AI dating chatbots has been attracting more and more attention. There has been a colossal surge in AI sites now offering their users the ability to form a romantic connection with an AI character. With some of these platforms offering video calls and audio messages, it’s understandable why many parents are viewing these sites with concern. 

“While some of these chatbots are explicitly advertised as 18+, others create a concerning ‘teen-friendly’ brand in which users can form a friendship with an AI character while simultaneously offering explicit chat options. 

“AI dating chatbots have also amassed criticism from those who believe that the rise of AI girlfriends is promoting potentially harmful ideologies surrounding women. Based on the research, it’s clear that there’s a growing demand for AI dating chatbots, with ‘AI Girlfriend’ taking the top spot as America’s most frequently searched term in relation to the subject. 

“According to a recent survey, almost a third of Americans have admitted to having an intimate or romantic relationship with an AI chatbot, highlighting how this recent phenomenon is becoming increasingly common. Other research has also suggested that the demand for ‘human-like’ AI chatbots is highest among those aged 18 to 24. 

“This prompts an interesting correlation between the age group most likely to spend the most time on social media and those most likely to use AI chatbots, with both issues raising concerning questions surrounding young people’s abilities to form connections beyond social media. 

“There is also a growing trend of dating apps employing the use of AI, particularly when it comes to enhancing user profiles, such as editing bios and changing pictures. This has also prompted concern over the ability for people to form an authentic connection over a dating site when AI is involved, demonstrating how the technology may redefine intimacy and human connection in future years.” 

The top 10 ranking: 

According to the data, Utah is searching for AI dating chatbots more than any other state. The state has amassed an average monthly search volume of 150.13 for AI romance-related terms per 100,000 residents. The data found that residents in Utah search for terms relating to AI dating an average of 5,131 times per month. 

“AI girlfriend” is the most frequently searched-for term in the state, followed by “Character AI App,” which is a role-playing site that allows users to have customized chats with AI bots. 

Vermont has the second-highest average monthly search volume for AI dating-related terms. The data found that the state has amassed an average monthly search volume of 135.91 per 100,000 residents. Some of Vermont’s most recurring search terms include “AI Boyfriend” and “AI Girlfriend,” demonstrating the rise of AI dating chatbots within the state. 

Washington is identified as the third-most obsessed state with AI dating chatbots, amassing an average monthly search volume of 128.02 for AI romance-related terms. The research highlights how residents in Washington frequently search for the role-playing chatbot “Character AI,” with some of the state’s most recurring search terms including “Character AI App,” “Character AI Chat,” and “Character AI Login.” 

Washington citizens are also frequently searching for “Candy AI,” a site that allows users to engage in conversation, roleplay, and form a romantic connection with an AI chatbot. The site frequently promotes its explicit content, with the software being tailored towards 18+ users. 

The research reveals that North Dakota has the fourth-highest search volume for AI dating-related terms, with an average monthly search volume of 123.16 per 100,000 residents. “AI Girlfriend” is the most popular search term in the state, closely followed by “Character AI Chat.” 

“Polybuzz” is also one of the most frequently searched terms in the state, which is a software that enables users to chat with a range of AI characters. The software claims to have “advanced technology” that enables its chatbots to “think and reply like real characters.” Polybuzz is also well-known for having live-photo and voice features and advertises itself as the chatbot service where you won’t “get in trouble with your spouse or girlfriend.” 

The top 10 states most obsessed with AI dating chatbots: 

Rank	State	Average Monthly Search Volume per 100,000 Residents
1	Utah	150.13
2	Vermont	135.91
3	Washington	128.02
4	North Dakota	123.16
5	Oregon	120.99
6	Alaska	120.48
7	Nevada	119.79
8	Kansas	119.55
9	Wyoming	117.67
10	Colorado	116.75

The data found that Oregon is the fifth-most obsessed state with AI dating, with an average monthly search volume of 120.99 for AI romance-related terms. Residents in Oregon are frequently searching for terms including “AI Boyfriend” and “AI Companion,” demonstrating the state’s growing obsession with human-like chatbots. 

The data found that Alaska is the sixth-most obsessed state with AI dating, with an average monthly search volume of 120.48 per 100,000 residents. The data found that some of Alaska’s most frequently searched terms include “AI Girlfriend” and “Character AI Login.” 

Kansas has the eighth-highest search volume for AI dating-related terms, with an average monthly search volume of 119.55 per 100,000 people. According to the study, “AI Girlfriend” and “AI Boyfriend” are both within the state’s most frequently searched terms. Residents in Kansas also amass a high search volume for AI sites like “Replika,” “Polybuzz,” and “Candy AI,” which are all associated with companionship chatbots. 

Wyoming is in ninth place, with an average monthly search volume of 117.67 for AI dating-related terms. The research also highlights the state’s frequent use of Character AI, with many of Wyoming’s most popular searches including “Character AI login” and “Character AI Chat.” 

Colorado rounds off the top ten ranking, with an average monthly search volume of 116.75 for AI-romance related terms. The data reveals that “CrushOn AI” is one of the state’s most popular searches, which is a software that frequently promotes itself for its “NSFW services” and “unfiltered chats” with AI characters. Other recurring search terms in Colorado also include “AI Girlfriend” and “Character AI Chat.” 

Other high-ranking states include New Hampshire, Idaho, and Nebraska. 

The data reveals that “AI Girlfriend” is America’s most frequently searched term related to AI dating, amassing an average monthly search volume of 127,075. In comparison, “AI Boyfriend” amassed an average search volume of 17,390. 

“Character AI App” and “Character AI Chat” were also identified among the nation’s most recurring search terms, amassing an average monthly search volume of 45,999 and 23,215, respectively. 

Overall, Character AI was unveiled as America’s most searched-for AI chatbot, totaling an average of 98,744 searches per month. While the site isn’t explicitly advertised as an AI dating chatbot, users do have the ability to form romantic connections with AI characters and can access explicit dialogue options. 

This has prompted widespread concern among parents of young children using the software, so much so that Character AI has recently announced that the site will no longer be available for users under the age of eighteen. 

Character AI is currently facing several lawsuits from parents, with some describing the site as a danger for young people. 

Replika is the second-most searched AI chatbot in the US, amassing an average of 10,639 searches per month. Polybuzz follows closely in third place, totaling an average of 7,740 monthly searches. 

This information was provided by the AI Ad Generator, Bestever.