New Jersey was one of the first cities that allowed legalised bingo to be played in the 1950's. Since NJ's humble bingo beginnings, it has grown to be one of the most popular past-times across the state. New Jersey, affectionately known as the 'Garden State', is the most densely populated state in the United States, even though it only the fourth largest state. With just over 13.2 percent of the population being 65 years and older, a large percentage of players are senior citizens adding a bit of entertainment to their week's with bingo games.

Bingo in New Jersey is mainly operated by qualified charity organisations in bingo halls NJ, and most of the proceeds that are made in these games are used to benefit churches, educational facilities, charities and public services. Fundraising is a huge pastime in New Jersey, especially as many people play at halls linked to their churches. As per current NJ State gambling laws, no bingo prizes offered to winners may exceed $250 in a single game, or $10,000 over one occasion. This makes the stakes lower than casino games, but it also means that the main reason for players to partake in their games is more for the social aspect rather than the serious intent to make money. Bingo is a fun activity for the older people of NJ, as well as the growing number of younger players that have started playing since the bingo renaissance in recent years.

Atlantic City alone welcomes over 30 million visitors who enter the city every year to play at casinos and tour the city. Many of these tourists enjoy games in bingo halls NJ. New Jersey has an annual spending of $15.29 billion, and 21.8% of this spending is spent in the gambling industry. Tourists and local residents across Atlantic City, NJ capital Trenton and the rest of the state spend a large proportion of their time and resources on entertainment, and bingo is still one of the most popular gaming activities available.

Aside from Nevada, New Jersey is considered to be the biggest gambling states in the US. With so many bingo halls NJ and casinos for players to choose between, it is no wonder that bingo is such a firm favourite in this state.