Bridgeton ranked worst city to live in New Jersey

Bridgeton, located in Cumberland County, has been identified as the worst city to live in New Jersey according to a report by 24/7 Wall St. The ranking was determined using a weighted index of 22 measures across economy, community, and overall quality of life, utilizing data from the Census Bureau, the FBI, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Key metrics cited for Bridgeton include a poverty rate of 35 percent and a median household income of just under $40,000, which is significantly lower than the New Jersey statewide median of $89,000. Additionally, the city reported a drug-related mortality rate of 56 per 100,000 residents, compared to the state average of 33 per 100,000.