# U.S. city Halloween rankings

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/us-city-halloween-rankings
> Updated: 2026-10-27T14:29:21.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Various studies have identified top American cities for Halloween celebrations based on different metrics.

In Wisconsin, Milwaukee and Madison were recognized among the best Halloween towns. Milwaukee ranked tenth among the 75 largest cities, driven by high volumes of holiday-related internet searches, a high density of haunted house attractions, and numerous holiday events. Madison was ranked twentieth.

In New Jersey, a WalletHub study ranked Jersey City and Newark among the top ten cities in the country. Jersey City secured the third position out of 100 of the largest cities, with its high population density and walkability cited as key factors. Newark was ranked tenth. The study utilized 20 factors, including crime rates, costume shops, and trick-or-treating availability.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-27: Jersey City and Newark ranked among top U.S. Halloween cities

Jersey City ranked third and Newark ranked tenth in a WalletHub study of the best U.S. cities for Halloween celebrations.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jersey-city-and-newark-ranked-among-top-us-halloween-cities

### 2026-10-09: Milwaukee and Madison named top U.S. Halloween towns

Milwaukee and Madison, Wisconsin, have been ranked as top Halloween towns in the U.S., with Milwaukee placing tenth and Madison twentieth among the nation's largest cities.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/milwaukee-and-madison-named-top-us-halloween-towns

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