Assessment Report
IPIP-NEO-120 — Sample Profile
Your Scores
Each bar shows where your responses fall on the 5-point scale, expressed as a percentage of the possible range.
Big Five Domain Scores
Each domain is the mean of its six facet scores (scale 4–20).
Neuroticism captures how much you tend to experience negative feelings such as worry, frustration, or sadness. Your answers place you in the lower range (25%), where you tend to stay calm and even-tempered and to shrug off setbacks more easily.
Well below average — 12th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 5th–26th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Your responses put Extraversion in the average range (58%). This trait reflects how much you seek out and enjoy company, activity, and stimulation; here you show a mix of both tendencies depending on the situation.
Average (typical range) — 44th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 24th–65th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
On Openness to Experience — how drawn you are to new ideas, art, and varied experience — you score in the higher range (83%): you tend to be curious, imaginative, and open to the unfamiliar.
Well above average — 96th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 86th–99th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Agreeableness (how cooperative, trusting, and considerate you are toward others) sits toward the higher end for you (79%), which typically means you tend to be compassionate, cooperative, and trusting.
Above average — 81st percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 60th–94th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Conscientiousness captures how organized, dependable, and self-disciplined you are. Your answers place you in the higher range (71%), where you tend to be organized, reliable, and goal-directed.
Average (typical range) — 57th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 36th–75th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Facet Profile
Neuroticism captures how much you tend to experience negative feelings such as worry, frustration, or sadness. Your answers place you in the lower range (25%), where you tend to stay calm and even-tempered and to shrug off setbacks more easily.
Well above average — 99th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 99th–99th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Anxiety captures how readily you feel worry, tension, or nervousness. Your answers place you in the lower range (25%), where you tend to feel relaxed and free of nagging worry.
Well below average — 14th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 3rd–37th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Your responses put Anger toward the lower end (25%). This trait reflects how easily you feel frustration or irritation when things go wrong; at this standing, you tend to stay even-tempered and slow to anger.
Below average — 20th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 7th–40th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
On Depression — how prone you are to low mood, discouragement, or feeling down — you score in the lower range (0%): you tend to feel upbeat and rarely get the blues.
Well below average — 8th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 2nd–23rd percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Self-Consciousness (how sensitive you are to others' opinions and to feeling awkward or embarrassed) is near the middle for you (50%), neither strongly pronounced nor notably low.
Average (typical range) — 53rd percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 22nd–83rd percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Immoderation captures how strongly you feel and act on urges and cravings. Your answers place you in the lower range (25%), where you tend to resist urges easily and rarely overindulge.
Well below average — 13th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 2nd–39th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Your responses put Vulnerability toward the lower end (25%). This trait reflects how you cope when under stress and pressure; at this standing, you tend to stay composed and clear-headed under pressure.
Below average — 28th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 9th–58th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Your responses put Extraversion in the average range (58%). This trait reflects how much you seek out and enjoy company, activity, and stimulation; here you show a mix of both tendencies depending on the situation.
Well above average — 99th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 99th–99th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
On Friendliness — how warm and openly affectionate you are with others — you score in the higher range (75%): you tend to make friends easily and show warmth readily.
Average (typical range) — 66th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 38th–87th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Gregariousness (how much you enjoy the company of others and busy settings) is near the middle for you (50%), neither strongly pronounced nor notably low.
Average (typical range) — 46th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 20th–74th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Assertiveness captures how readily you speak up, take charge, and lead. Your answers place you in the higher range (75%), where you tend to take the lead and express your views directly.
Average (typical range) — 66th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 42nd–85th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Your responses put Activity Level in the average range (50%). This trait reflects your pace of living and how busy you like to be; here you show a mix of both tendencies depending on the situation.
Average (typical range) — 39th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 12th–73rd percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
On Excitement-Seeking — how much you crave stimulation, novelty, and excitement — you score in the lower range (25%): you tend to prefer calm over excitement and to avoid the over-stimulating.
Well below average — 9th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 1st–30th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Cheerfulness (how readily you feel joy, enthusiasm, and high spirits) sits toward the higher end for you (75%), which typically means you tend to feel and show cheer and optimism readily.
Average (typical range) — 58th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 30th–83rd percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
On Openness to Experience — how drawn you are to new ideas, art, and varied experience — you score in the higher range (83%): you tend to be curious, imaginative, and open to the unfamiliar.
Well above average — 99th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 99th–99th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Imagination captures how vivid and active your fantasy life and imagination are. Your answers place you in the higher range (100%), where you tend to have a rich imagination and to enjoy daydreaming.
Well above average — 94th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 78th–99th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Your responses put Artistic Interests toward the higher end (100%). This trait reflects how much you appreciate art, beauty, and aesthetic experience; at this standing, you tend to be moved by art, music, and beauty.
Well above average — 93rd percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 75th–99th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
On Emotionality — how aware of and attuned to your own feelings you are — you score in the higher range (75%): you tend to notice and value your emotions and inner states.
Average (typical range) — 60th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 24th–89th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Adventurousness (how willing you are to try new activities and embrace change) is near the middle for you (50%), neither strongly pronounced nor notably low.
Average (typical range) — 47th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 17th–79th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Intellect captures how much you enjoy abstract ideas and intellectual challenge. Your answers place you in the higher range (100%), where you tend to enjoy thinking through ideas and abstract problems.
Well above average — 94th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 76th–99th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Your responses put Liberalism toward the higher end (75%). This trait reflects how ready you are to question tradition, authority, and convention; at this standing, you tend to question established ways and to welcome reform.
Well above average — 91st percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 67th–99th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Agreeableness (how cooperative, trusting, and considerate you are toward others) sits toward the higher end for you (79%), which typically means you tend to be compassionate, cooperative, and trusting.
Well above average — 99th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 99th–99th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
On Trust — how much you assume others are honest and well-intentioned — you score in the higher range (75%): you tend to give people the benefit of the doubt.
Above average — 77th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 54th–91st percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Morality (how frank and sincere you are versus guarded or strategic) sits toward the higher end for you (100%), which typically means you tend to be candid and straightforward with people.
Well above average — 88th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 63rd–98th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Altruism captures how willing you are to help others and put their needs first. Your answers place you in the higher range (75%), where you tend to find helping others rewarding and to give freely.
Average (typical range) — 39th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 13th–72nd percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Your responses put Cooperation toward the higher end (75%). This trait reflects how readily you compromise to avoid conflict; at this standing, you tend to yield and seek harmony rather than confront.
Average (typical range) — 60th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 26th–88th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
On Modesty — how humble and unassuming you are about yourself — you score in the average range (50%), suggesting a flexible, middle-of-the-road pattern.
Average (typical range) — 46th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 17th–78th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Sympathy (how tender-hearted and moved by others' needs you are) sits toward the higher end for you (100%), which typically means you tend to feel for those in need and to be guided by compassion.
Well above average — 95th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 77th–99th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Conscientiousness captures how organized, dependable, and self-disciplined you are. Your answers place you in the higher range (71%), where you tend to be organized, reliable, and goal-directed.
Well above average — 99th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 99th–99th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Self-Efficacy captures how capable and effective you feel at handling tasks. Your answers place you in the higher range (75%), where you tend to feel confident in your ability to get things done.
Average (typical range) — 45th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 18th–74th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Your responses put Orderliness in the average range (50%). This trait reflects how neat, organized, and methodical you are; here you show a mix of both tendencies depending on the situation.
Average (typical range) — 39th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 18th–64th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
On Dutifulness — how strongly you feel bound by obligations and rules — you score in the higher range (100%): you tend to take duties and commitments seriously.
Well above average — 92nd percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 69th–99th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Achievement-Striving (how driven you are to set high goals and work hard) sits toward the higher end for you (75%), which typically means you tend to aim high and push yourself toward success.
Average (typical range) — 49th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 21st–77th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Self-Discipline captures how well you start tasks and see them through despite distractions. Your answers place you in the higher range (75%), where you tend to follow through and resist procrastination.
Above average — 73rd percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 40th–93rd percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
Your responses put Cautiousness in the average range (50%). This trait reflects how much you think before you act; here you show a mix of both tendencies depending on the situation.
Average (typical range) — 34th percentile compared with the reference sample (N = 320128). 90% confidence range: 16th–56th percentile.
Where you fall relative to the population — a normative comparison, not a diagnostic indicator.
What this means
Within this profile, your relative high point is Dutifulness (how strongly you feel bound by obligations and rules) at 100%, and your relative low point is Depression (how prone you are to low mood, discouragement, or feeling down) at 0%. These are standings within your own responses — a self-reflection summary, not a clinical diagnosis.
About This Measure
A 120-item public-domain IPIP personality measure scoring 30 facets across the five broad domains of the Five-Factor Model (Neuroticism, Extraversion, Openness to Experience, Agreeableness, and Conscientiousness), each represented by four items scored on a 1–5 agreement scale.
Source & attribution: Johnson, J. A. (2014). Measuring thirty facets of the Five Factor Model with a 120-item public domain inventory. Journal of Research in Personality, 51, 78–89.