Hudson, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Caldwell County County
Hudson, NC
At a Glance
How Hudson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hudson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hudson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hudson residents earn a median household income of $61,600 , which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,200. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6% (56% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,594 business establishments, including 136 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hudson is $196,200 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $264,826. Median rent is $752/month, with 37.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1979.
Safety & Crime
Hudson reports 53 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 86% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,303/100K.
Education
25.4% of adults in Hudson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below the national average). 86.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hudson has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.