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Hudson, ON

Ontario

Hudson is a small town in Ontario with a population of 530. Residents earn $96,000 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
530 Population 15/sq mi density
$96,000 Median Income $54,600 per capita
$360,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 8.9% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 285 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$96,000 median income, 7.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$360,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,000
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $360,000
28% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.2%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population530
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female48% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$96,000
Per Capita$54,600
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty9.2%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$360,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units240
Rent Burden8.9%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain28.3 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation1,234 ft (376 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.2%
High School+34.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Hudson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hudson receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. 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 $96,000, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hudson is $360,000, 28% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hudson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 285 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.3 inches, including 8.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Hudson has a population of 530 with a density of 15 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

530
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
34.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hudson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.7%
9% below US avg
Spanish17.9%
34% above US avg
Other Languages10.4%

Social Characteristics

Hudson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hudson is $96,000, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Hudson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,000
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Hudson is $360,000, 28% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$360,000
28% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden8.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.4%
Renter-Occupied14.6%
Housing Units240

Property Tax

In Hudson, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Hudson has an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.3 inches. The area enjoys 285 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-1°F Jan (-18°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average34.7°F
36% below US avg
January Average-1°F (-18°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.3 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall8.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,234 ft (376 m)
Area34.9 sq mi (90.3 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates50.0904°N, 92.1703°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.2%
88% below US avg
High School+34.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area34.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

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