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Here are the best places to live in New Jersey, according to US News

September 16, 2026

The top three best places to live in New Jersey for 2026-2027 are Clifton, Jersey City, and Bayonne. Clifton, with a population of 89,920, has a median home value of $463,020 and household income of $105,422. Jersey City, a financial hub with 316,669 residents, has a median home value of $564,000 and income near $104,000. Bayonne, with 71,720 people, has a median home value of $464,000 and income of $85,389. Rankings consider value, livability, job market, and quality of life.

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