Hudson, KS

Kansas

Hudson is a small town in Kansas with a population of 88. Residents earn $65,625 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
88 Population 677/sq mi density
$65,625 Median Income $32,923 per capita
$75,000 Home Value $193,784 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$65,625 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,625
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher 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

Population88
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density677/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans75.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,625
Per Capita$32,923
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$289M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,784

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Elevation1,870 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+89.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute12 min
Broadband34.0%
Libraries3

Is Hudson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hudson receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. 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 $65,625, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hudson is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hudson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches, including 18.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Hudson has a population of 88 with a density of 677 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%), with 10.2% Hispanic.

Population

88
Total Population
677
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hudson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hudson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hudson is $65,625, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Hudson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,625
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,923
Avg Weekly Wage$846
IRS Avg AGI$55,567

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)174
County GDP$289M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare13
Retail19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,500
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.2 min
Drive Alone62.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Hudson is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,784.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,784

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,500
29% below US avg
Effective Rate3.33%
In Hudson, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Checkup Rate71.7%
Premature Death10,057/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Hudson has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.7 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall18.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,870 ft (570 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density677/sq mi
Coordinates38.1049°N, 98.6607°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20185
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 17.1%

Winner: Republican by 64 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+89.6%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density677/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants10
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.2 min
Drive Alone62.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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