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New Jersey state rankings and metrics
Overview
New Jersey has appeared in several recent reports regarding state-level rankings and metrics.
An initial study ranking the work ethic of U.S. states placed New Jersey among the three least hard-working states, alongside Michigan and Oregon. This ranking was based on metrics such as average weekly work hours, employment rates, and average daily leisure time.
Subsequent reports have focused on different qualitative measures. One study ranked New Jersey 16th in the country for its level of complaining. Additionally, U.S. News and World Report released its 2026-2027 rankings for the best places to live within the state, highlighting urban areas such as Elizabeth, Paterson, Newark, and Camden. Critics of the livability rankings noted that the methodology may favor affordability and job availability over traditional residential desirability.
Entities
New Jersey · Georgia · Preply · Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics · Mississippi
Timeline
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[CULTURE] 2 sourcesNew Jersey featured in state complaining and livability rankings
New Jersey residents rank 16th in a national study on complaining, while U.S. News and World Report's latest best places to live rankings highlight several affordable urban areas in the state.
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[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesNew Jersey ranked among least hard-working U.S. states
New Jersey has been ranked as one of the three least hard-working states in the U.S., according to a report measuring work hours, employment rates, and leisure time.
Sources
1057thehawk.com · nj1015.com · wfpg.com · wpst.com