Montclair Ranks On National List For ‘Spiritual Self-Discovery’

MONTCLAIR, NJ — Montclair recently landed on a list of the nation’s top spots for “Spiritual Self-Discovery.”

TarotCards.io recently surveyed more than 3,000 people seeking their opinions about which U.S. towns are most tuned into alternative spiritualities – from paganism and Wicca, to astrology, energy healing and beyond.

Montclair ranked 132nd on the national list, which included 183 “spiritual” hotspots. See the full list here.

Here’s what the study had to say about the township:

“With its walkable streets and eclectic spirit, Montclair is home to one of New Jersey’s most established metaphysical communities. Reiki practitioners, intuitive readers, and spiritual teachers host regular workshops and circles in cozy downtown spaces. Crystals, tarot decks, and esoteric books are woven into everyday life here – not trend, but rhythm. Whether you’re drawn to energy healing, moon gatherings, or quiet personal practice, Montclair offers a welcoming and well-rooted path for modern seekers.”

The top three places on the list included Cassadaga, Florida (1st), Kapaʻa, Kauaʻi, Hawaii (2nd), and Downtown Salem, Massachusetts (3rd).

“Spirituality in America is evolving - it’s less about organized religion and more about personal ritual,” Sunaree Ko of TarotCards.io said.

“These towns aren’t just quirky – they’re reflections of a growing curiosity about how belief can be both ancient and newly imagined,” Ko said.

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