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On top of everything, now they say New Jersey is really loud.

A new survey has determined that the Garden State is the loudest in America.  And, the people who did the survey say it's not even close.

To put Jersey’s noise level into context, researchers gave the state a noise score of 52.87. That was more than 10 points more than the next loudest state on the list, Massachusetts (41.31).

Researchers Say New Jersey Is The Loudest State

The StudyFinds research, conducted by Winstons Beds, analyzed 11 key factors to map out the noisiest corners of the United States.

From the constant hum of commuter traffic to the roar of local bars, the study paints a vivid picture of how urban density transforms our environment — and often leaves our ears ringing.

After all, New Jersey is the most densely populated state in the United States, with 1,263.2 people per square mile in 2023.

New Jersey takes the unfortunate title thanks to all those people packed into every square mile and a mind-boggling 50,374 vehicles covering every square mile of road each day.

Nearly 14,567 flights annually add to the sonic assault, while dense public transit and a vibrant bar scene contribute to the non-stop soundtrack.

This sounds like a more of a North Jersey issue than one in South Jersey.

What Other States Are Really Loud?

Massachusetts boasts 900 residents per square mile and 13,215 annual flights. The state’s compact living and bustling nightlife create a constant urban buzz that rarely dips below a dull roar.

Rounding out the top five are Pennsylvania (3rd), Florida (4th), and the tiny state of Rhode Island (5th).

Surprisingly, New York finished in 16th place on the new list.

Wait a minute. New York state is 16th? Have these researchers ever tried crossing the George Washington Bridge at rush hour? Now, that's loud. And ugly.

The Methodology Of This Study

To prove that this isn't completely junk science, here is how these (British) researchers determined that Jersey is the loudest state.

This study ranked the loudest U.S. states by evaluating 11 key metrics that contribute to noise levels.

Each metric was assigned a weight based on its impact on overall noise, and data was gathered for all 50 states

. The metrics were scored on a scale from 0 to 100, with 100 representing the highest noise levels.

Here are the factors, along with their respective weights:

  • Population Density (25%)
  • Number of Flights (15%)
  • Daily Commuter Traffic (20%)
  • Building Construction Permits (10%)
  • Public Transit Vehicles (5%)
  • Fatal Crash Rate (5%)
  • Housing Near Airports (5%)
  • Average Commute Time (5%)
  • Bar Density (4%)
  • Average Home Size (3%)
  • Household Size (3%)

What Are the Quietest States?

Alaska ranked as the quietest state in the U.S. (8.02). The Last Frontier was followed by Minnesota (49th) and Montana (48th).

With minimal population density and limited air traffic, these states provide a sanctuary of silence. Kansas (46th), Nebraska (45th), and Iowa (44th) also offer you plenty of quiet in the Midwest.

You say quiet, I say boring.

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