NewsFox LA (KTTV / Fox 11)October 26, 2026Los Angeles County
WalletHub ranks New York City, Los Angeles, and Jersey City as top U.S. cities for Halloween
Photo: Fox LA (KTTV / Fox 11)
A new WalletHub study evaluates the 100 largest U.S. cities across 20 metrics, naming New York City the best overall, followed by Los Angeles in second and Jersey City in third place.
Read the full story at Fox LA (KTTV / Fox 11)Why It Matters
The ranking highlights which large American municipalities offer the highest density of holiday-related businesses, activities, and pedestrian-friendly conditions for seasonal celebrations.
Key Facts
- WalletHub evaluated the 100 largest U.S. cities using 20 metrics to determine the best locations for celebrating Halloween.
- New York City secured the number one overall ranking for Halloween, driven by high counts of costume and candy stores per capita as well as frequent holiday-related search queries.
- Los Angeles placed second in the ranking, supported by high counts of pumpkin patches, party supply stores, movie theaters, and haunted houses per capita.
- Jersey City ranked third overall, benefiting from high population density and walkability scores.
- Evaluated metrics included costume stores per capita, crime rates, walkability, and the share of potential trick-or-treat stops.
Who's Mentioned
OrganizationWalletHub“Financial services website that conducted the city ranking report.”locationNew Jersey“State location for Jersey City.”locationJersey City“Ranked third best city for Halloween.”PersonChip Lupo“WalletHub analyst quoted in the article.”locationNew York City“Ranked as the best city for Halloween overall.”locationLos Angeles“Ranked second best city for Halloween.”