New Jersey drivers are no strangers to traffic nightmares, from congestion to slow drivers in the left lane. However, according to WalletHub’s 2025 ranking of the best and worst states to drive in, the Garden State didn’t rank at the bottom overall. New Jersey came in at #27 overall, with low rankings in traffic and infrastructure (#48) and traffic congestion (#43). Factors considered in the ranking included gas prices, rush-hour congestion, road quality, and safety.
WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo highlighted that owning a car can be costly, and the best states for driving are rural with smaller populations, lower cost of living, maintained roads, and safe motorists. Surprisingly, Kansas claimed the top spot as the best state for driving, while Hawaii ranked as the worst. New Jersey drivers should be cautious to avoid getting tickets, as 12 specific violations can significantly impact their driving record. For tips on driving in New Jersey, Reddit users shared their advice in a thread dedicated to the topic.
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