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Looking for love? New Jersey ranks 3rd best state in the US for singles in new survey

The survey says New Jersey is good if you're single because there are a lot of people to choose from, a vibrant social scene and a high median income.

Lanette Espy

Feb 20, 2024, 7:18 AM

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Some good news for anyone searching for love in New Jersey. The Garden State is the third best state in the U.S. for singles, according to a new survey.

The ConsumerAffairs Research Team released a new report on the best states for singles. The survey says New Jersey is good if you're single because there are a lot of people to choose from, a vibrant social scene and a high median income.

The study took a look at population and income data, cost of living, housing indexes and opportunities for recreation and nightlife to determine which states are best for single people.

The report says 43.2% of the population is single in the state. It also says New Jersey has one of the lowest divorce rates in the country (8.4%).

New York nabbed the top spot for the best state in the country for singles, and West Virginia ranked in dead last.

Top 10 states for singles:

1.    New York

2.    Alaska

3.    New Jersey

4.    Massachusetts

5.    Illinois

6.    Oregon

7.    Washington

8.    Pennsylvania

9.    Minnesota

10.   Wisconsin

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