Although some people are fleeing New Jersey because of its property taxes and cost of living, it may be worth staying if you're looking for love.

New Jersey is No. 12 on WalletHub's list of the best and worst states for singles in 2020. The personal finance website examined all 50 states upon three principles: dating economics, dating opportunities and romance and fun.

Here's where the Garden State ranked in each category:

No. 9 in dating opportunities

No. 37 in dating economics

No. 9 in romance and fun

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So where exactly in the Garden State will you find your one true love?

For starters, you may want to avoid Jersey City and Newark. Jersey City is No. 95 on WalletHub's list of the best and worst cities for singles. Newark is 11 spots behind at No. 106, the report said.

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According to the report, Jersey City is No. 168 in dating economics, No. 67 in fun and recreation and No. 38 in dating opportunities. Newark is No. 172 in dating economics, No. 75 in fun and recreation and No. 33 in dating opportunities, the report said.

Diana T. Sanchez, Ph.D, a Rutgers professor who participated in the study, recommends living a place that matches your values.

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"More than beauty and attraction, we like those who are similar to us. So, if you care about a certain cause, lifestyles, or political attitudes, you should live in a place that reflects those values or has access to those lifestyles because it will be easier to find someone who shares your passion," Sanchez said.

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Jai-Leen James is a digital producer at the Asbury Park Press. She can be reached at jtjames@gannett.com or on Twitter @j_james17.