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145 New Jersey Puns That Will Have You Laughing

Welcome to the ultimate guide to New Jersey puns! Whether you’re a Garden State local or just passing through, these puns will add a splash of humor to your day.

From city-centric jabs to shore-themed jokes, we’ve got every corner of New Jersey covered. Get ready to laugh with our carefully curated collection!


Shoreline Shenanigans

  • Why did the sand blush? Because it saw the Jersey Shore!
  • What did the ocean say to the shore? Nothing, it just waved.
  • How do you spot a New Jersey mermaid? She’s the one with big hair and a spray tan.
  • Why don’t seagulls fly over the bay? Because then they’d be bagels.
  • What’s a beach bum’s favorite music? Surf rock.
  • Why did the boardwalk break up with the beach? It was tired of the sand in its cracks.
  • What did the Atlantic say to New Jersey? “You shore are something special!”
  • How do New Jersey beaches greet each other? With high tides.
  • What’s the Jersey Shore’s favorite food? Seas-n-chips.
  • Why was the beach always calm? It had its life under cont-‘troll’.
  • Why did the lifeguard break up with the swimmer? Too much drama ‘tide’.
  • How does a wave get to school? By boarding the tide!
  • Why do beachgoers love Jersey? It’s always ‘shore’ to please.
  • What did one shore say to the other? “Stop being so salty.”
  • How do you impress a New Jersey surfer? Just go with the flow.
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Garden State Gags

  • What’s New Jersey’s favorite vegetable? The turnip-pike.
  • Why did the farmer break up with New Jersey? He was tired of the corn-y jokes.
  • Why are gardens in New Jersey so popular? They’re always full of thyme.
  • Why did the tomato turn red in New Jersey? Because it saw the salad dressing.
  • What’s a New Jersey gardener’s favorite kind of music? Heavy petal.
  • How do New Jersey’s gardens stay in shape? They do some “grow-ga.”
  • What do you call a New Jersey farm during harvest season? The Garden of Weedin’.
  • Why did the corn stalk love the Garden State? It was stalk-ing its roots.
  • What’s a New Jersey flower’s favorite drink? Root beer.
  • How do New Jersey flowers stay so fashionable? They always follow the latest ‘blossom’ trends.
  • What do you call a scared herb in New Jersey? A nervous thyme.
  • Why did the bee move to New Jersey? To become the buzz of the Garden State.
  • How do New Jersey gardens make decisions? They just go with the ‘grow’.
  • Why don’t flowers fight in New Jersey? They’re too busy blooming where they’re planted.
  • What’s a New Jersey gardener’s favorite dessert? Upside-down plant cake.

Jersey City Jests

  • Why did the Manhattanite get lost in Jersey City? Because New Jersey is a-maze-ing.
  • What’s Jersey City’s favorite animal? The ferret-bus.
  • Why don’t people mess with Jersey City’s train stations? Because they’re PATH-etically reliable.
  • What do you call a Jersey City skyscraper? A building that’s just trying to reach new ‘heights’.
  • Why did the ghost move to Jersey City? To be near the Spirit of Newark.
  • How does Jersey City keep its streets so organized? It’s all PATH and no mess.
  • Why did the artist love Jersey City? It was a ‘canvas’ of opportunity.
  • Why do Jersey City residents always have cash? They never leave without their ‘path’ money.
  • What’s Jersey City’s favorite dance move? The Hoboken shuffle.
  • Why don’t Jersey City folks get lost? They’ve got a great ‘view’ of where they’re going.
  • What did the traffic light say in Jersey City? “Stop! Hammertime.”
  • Why do residents love the waterfront? It’s their favorite ‘port’ of call.
  • What’s a Jersey City baker’s specialty? PATH-stry.
  • How does Jersey City throw a party? With ‘skyline’ views and waterfront news.
  • What’s Jersey City’s favorite game? Monopoly – because it’s all about Boardwalk and Park Place!
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Turnpike Tales

  • Why did the chicken cross the turnpike? To get to the exit.
  • What do you call a happy New Jersey driver? A rare species.
  • Why don’t New Jerseyans use GPS? Because they all know the turnpike by heart.
  • Why did the tollbooth blush? It saw the truck’s axle.
  • What did the car say on the Turnpike? “This is ‘exhaust-ing’.”
  • Why are New Jersey roads always so clean? Because they sweep the competition.
  • How do you know you’re on the Turnpike? When your GPS says, “Stay on route for 75 miles.”
  • What’s New Jersey’s favorite game? Toll Tag.
  • Why did the deer avoid the Turnpike? It heard it was a ‘deer-saster’.
  • What do Turnpike drivers eat? Fast food, because they’re always on the go.
  • How do New Jerseyans speed up their day? By taking the express lane.
  • What’s the Turnpike’s favorite snack? Exit ramps.
  • Why don’t New Jerseyans complain about traffic? They just turn up the radio.
  • How do you get a New Jerseyan’s attention on the Turnpike? Flash your high-beams.
  • Why did the tire feel deflated on the Turnpike? It had too much ‘pressure’ to perform.

Atlantic City Antics

  • Why did the gambler bring a ladder to Atlantic City? To reach new ‘heights’.
  • Why don’t casinos serve vegetables? They’re afraid of the ‘celery’ sticks.
  • What’s Atlantic City’s favorite drink? Slot-er and lime.
  • How does a slot machine say goodbye? “Jackpot you later!”
  • Why do gamblers never get cold in Atlantic City? Because they’re always in the hot seat.
  • Why did the card player bring an umbrella? To cover the ‘rain’ of money.
  • How do you spot a good dealer in Atlantic City? They always have a good ‘deck’ of cards.
  • What do Atlantic City players use for protection? Gamble-hands.
  • Why do people love Atlantic City? Because it’s a ‘bet-ter’ place to be.
  • What’s a casino’s favorite kind of music? Anything that makes ‘cents’.
  • Why do gamblers make great friends? They always play their cards right.
  • Why did the tourist go to Atlantic City? To cash in on the ‘sea-nic’ views.
  • What’s Atlantic City’s motto? “Bet on fun!”
  • Why was the roulette wheel sad? It felt like it was just spinning its wheels.
  • How do you keep a secret in Atlantic City? Just roll with it.
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Bonkers Bonus Puns

  • Why did the tomato turn red? It saw the Jersey Devil.
  • How do New Jerseyans say goodbye? “Catch you on the flip side.”
  • What’s New Jersey’s favorite state? Exit.
  • Why did the Statue of Liberty move? To get a ‘New’ view.
  • What’s New Jersey’s favorite TV show? Sopran-no you didn’t!
  • How do New Jerseyans relax? They take a ‘shore’ nap.
  • Why did the grape move to New Jersey? To get squashed into fine wine.
  • How do you spot a New Jersey dog? It’s got an attitude and a leash.
  • What’s a New Jersey sandwich’s favorite day? Sub-day.
  • How do New Jerseyans handle tough situations? They just ‘turn-pike’ it.
  • Why did the pizza move to New Jersey? For a slice of the action.
  • How do you impress a New Jerseyan? Just ‘speak-easy’ and keep it real.
  • What do New Jerseyans and bagels have in common? They’re both well-rounded.
  • How does a New Jersey train announce its arrival? “Choo-choo to you, too!”
  • Why do seagulls prefer New Jersey beaches? The snacks are ‘shore’ to please.
  • How do New Jerseyans greet each other? “How you doin’?”
  • Why did the plant move to New Jersey? It heard it was blooming with opportunity.
  • What’s a New Jersey fisherman’s favorite instrument? The bass guitar.
  • How do New Jerseyans fix a problem? They ‘shore’ it up.
  • Why did the cake move to New Jersey? It wanted to be a little more layered.
  • How do you know a New Jerseyan is lying? They say they like New York pizza better.
  • What’s a New Jersey pizza’s favorite accessory? A side of ‘attitude’.
  • How do New Jerseyans keep cool? They keep it ‘chill’ at the shore.
  • Why did the computer move to New Jersey? For better ‘surfing’ conditions.
  • How do you make a New Jerseyan laugh? Just tell them a New York joke.
  • Why did the taxi move to New Jersey? It was tired of the city fare.
  • How do New Jerseyans party? With a ‘Garden’ state of mind.
  • What’s a New Jersey truck’s favorite activity? Haulin’ assets.
  • How do New Jersey dogs bark? Ruff around the edges.
  • Why did the sandwich move to New Jersey? For the ‘sub’urbs.
  • How do you spot a New Jersey spy? They’re the ones who ‘shore’ don’t blend in.
  • What’s New Jersey’s favorite kind of math? Pi (especially if it’s from a diner).
  • Why don’t New Jerseyans play hide and seek? They hate to ‘exit’ too soon.
  • How do New Jerseyans stay fit? They hit the ‘shore’ for some exercise.
  • Why did the musician move to New Jersey? To tune into the local ‘sound’.
  • What’s New Jersey’s favorite movie? Anything with a ‘shore’ thing.
  • How do New Jerseyans keep secrets? They don’t – they ‘shore’ them.
  • Why did the paper move to New Jersey? To get a little more edgy.
  • What’s New Jersey’s favorite type of bread? Anything that’s not ‘crusty’ with attitude.
  • How do New Jerseyans travel? They ‘shore’ do like their own way.
  • What’s a New Jersey ice cream’s favorite topping? ‘Spray’ nuts.
  • How do New Jerseyans handle bad days? They ‘shore’ do shake it off.
  • Why did the party move to New Jersey? For some ‘shore’ fun.
  • What’s New Jersey’s favorite holiday? ‘Shore’ leave.
  • How do New Jerseyans cook their pasta? With a little extra ‘shore’ seasoning.