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flag New Jersey is the loudest U.S. state due to high density and urban activity, according to a new study.

flag New Jersey has been ranked the loudest state in the U.S. by a new study, scoring 62.05—well above second-place Massachusetts at 42.78—due to high population density, air traffic, traffic congestion, and urban activity. flag The study evaluated eight noise-related factors, including construction, nightlife, and online complaints, with Kansas ranked as the quietest at 6.51. flag New Jersey’s 1,325 people per square mile and intense infrastructure use contributed to its top ranking, reflecting nationwide patterns linking urban density to noise levels.

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