Hudson, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Hudson is a small city in Florida with a population of 10,873. Residents earn $49,063 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
10,873 Population 1,715/sq mi density
$49,063 Median Income $36,883 per capita
$239,200 Home Value $287,468 Zillow
$1,038 Median Rent
73°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$49,063 median income, 1.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$239,200 home value, $1,038/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,063
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $239,200
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,038
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

How Hudson Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population10,873
Median Age64.4 yrs
Density1,715/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$49,063
Per Capita$36,883
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$24,175M
Commute33 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$239,200
Rent$1,038
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$287,468

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.3 in/yr
Elevation11 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+90.7%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute33 min
EV Stations1
Libraries10

Is Hudson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hudson receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hudson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hudson is $49,063, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hudson is $239,200, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,038 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Hudson has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hudson has a population of 10,873 with a density of 1,715 people per square mile. The median age is 64.4 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.

Population

10,873
Total Population
1,715
People / sq mi
64.4yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
6.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hudson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hudson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hudson is $49,063, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Hudson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,063
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,883
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$73,646

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,144
County GDP$24,175M

Business (County)

Restaurants894
Healthcare1,576
Retail1,600
Manufacturing255

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,232
78% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.9 min
Work from Home16.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hudson is $239,200, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,038 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,468.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$239,200
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$287,468
Median List Price$369,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$369,900
$/Sq Ft$184
Homes Sold27
Sale-to-List Ratio93.2%
Price Drops28.2%
Inventory195

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,038
11% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,043

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,232
78% above US avg
Effective Rate2.61%
In Hudson, 32.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hudson vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death9,901/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,576

Crime Rates: Hudson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)98

Safety Score

Hudson has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average72.9°F
35% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.3 inches
43% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation11 ft (3 m)
Area6.3 sq mi (16.4 km²)
Population Density1,715/sq mi
Coordinates28.3592°N, 82.6897°W
County FIPS12101
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.1%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+90.7%
School Test Score5.60
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,715/sq mi
Total Area6.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,576
Restaurants894
Retail Stores1,600

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)98

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.9 min
Work from Home16.0%

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