Bridgeton, a small town in Cumberland County, has been named the worst city to live in New Jersey, according to a report from 24/7 Wall St. The list, which identifies the worst cities to live in each state, is based on data from the Census Bureau, FBI, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

The report evaluated 22 factors across three main categories: economy, community, and quality of life. Bridgeton, with a population of 26,643, stood out for its high poverty rate of 35.1%, significantly above the state average of 10%. The median household income in the town is $39,995, well below the statewide median of $89,000, and the median home value is $109,800.

Additionally, the town faces a significant issue with drug-related deaths. Bridgeton’s drug-induced mortality rate is 53.3 deaths per 100,000 people, compared to the state average of 33 deaths per 100,000.

24/7 Wall St.’s ranking methodology was based on a weighted index of 22 measures across the economy, community, and quality of life categories. The economy category included factors such as employment growth, median household income, and poverty rate. Quality of life metrics involved factors like commuting times, access to health care, and drug mortality rates. Community measures focused on access to exercise opportunities, cultural amenities, and dining establishments.

Data used in the evaluation was drawn from multiple sources, including the U.S. Census Bureau, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, FBI, and the CDC. These factors combined contributed to Bridgeton’s placement at the top of a list that no community wants to lead.

While larger New Jersey cities such as Camden and Newark are often associated with challenges, Bridgeton’s economic struggles and high mortality rates have solidified its status as the worst city to live in the state.