Jersey City and Newark ranked among top U.S. Halloween cities

Jersey City and Newark have been named among the top 10 cities in the United States for Halloween celebrations, according to a ranking by WalletHub. Jersey City secured the third position overall out of 100 of the country's largest cities.

The study evaluated 20 different factors, including crime rates, walkability, costume shops, Halloween attractions, and the availability of trick-or-treating opportunities. Jersey City’s high population density and walkability were noted as key contributors to its high ranking. Newark rounded out the top 10 at the tenth position.