Trenton Surprises in Top Small City Ranking | Jersey News

Jersey City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 28, 2026 · 1m

Trenton, New Jersey, is rising fast—cracking the top ten in America’s best small cities and landing at number nine overall in the 2026 “America’s Best Cities” report. With a national ranking of 72 among all metro areas, Trenton shines brightest in prosperity, placing third nationally for small cities thanks to its economic strength, ties to Princeton, and thriving pharma and professional services sectors. The ranking, which evaluates livability, lovability, and prosperity across 393 metro areas, also highlights Atlantic City at 52—where its casino-driven image makes it less appealing as a…