UFO Sightings in New Jersey
New Jersey has a rich history of UFO sightings, with reports spanning decades. The state's diverse landscape and proximity to major metropolitan areas may contribute to the high number of observed phenomena.
Statistics Overview
Top Sightings
View All →Orange light moved upward in Marmora, NJ
Mysteriously shaped object with lights
Three lights rotate, then one flies away rapidly.
White ball of light with red beam moves erratically.
Unknown object.
Cities with Most Sightings
20 cities totalShape Distribution
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Sightings by Decade
Analysis
New Jersey has a rich history of UFO sightings, with reports spanning decades. The state's diverse landscape and proximity to major metropolitan areas may contribute to the high number of observed phenomena.
With 2,880 documented sightings, New Jersey ranks #14 among all locations in our database. The state has 31 sightings from aviation professionals and 139 reports involving physical effects such as vehicle interference or physiological reactions.
The most commonly reported shape is light, accounting for 18.0% of all sightings. The city with the most reports is Toms River with 46 documented sightings.
Quick Facts
- Total Sightings
- 2,880
- Pilot Reports
- 31
- Physical Effects
- 139
- Avg Credibility
- 5.93
- Cities with 5+ Sightings
- 20
Other Locations
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