These Are The Most Unhappy Cities In America, Ranked According To U.S. Census Data - Page 5 of 99

45. Newark, New Jersey

Like Flint, Michigan, the people of Newark have had issues with tainted water due to lead poisoning for years. Despite being so close to New York City, Newark doesn’t get the same attention or special treatment as its more glamourous neighbor.

On top of everything, the city has struggled with racial issues, which in turn have led to excessive riots and violence. Additionally, nearly 30% of Newark’s 282,000 residents live below the poverty line.