NJ’s coffee habits revealed: see how we compare with other states

Caffeine is a big part of the daily routine for many in New Jersey, whether it is grabbing a cup before the morning commute or reaching for another to get through the afternoon slump. With pumpkin spice season officially here, a recent look at coffee trends across America examined overall consumption and interest in the seasonal favorite.

When it comes to national coffee-loving rankings, New Jersey comes in 18th among the states. However, regarding pumpkin spice latte enthusiasm, the state ranks quite low at 35th. While Kansas takes the title of America's coffee capital, Arizona leads in pumpkin spice latte interest.

In New Jersey, residents have no shortage of places to get their caffeine fix, from cities in North Jersey to vacation spots at the shore. Dunkin' was named the most popular coffee shop in the state, beating out Starbucks, according to a study by Innerbody. Additionally, other listings provide a roundup of 40 great coffee spots to visit around the state.