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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.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /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
3.1 / 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
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
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
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
Ownership85.4%
Housing Units240
Rent Burden8.9%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
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

Is Hudson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hudson receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine. 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.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

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.

Hudson has a population of 530 with a density of 15 people per square mile, spread across 34.9 square miles. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.9% female and 48.1% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 71.7% of residents, while 17.9% speak Spanish.

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 Only 71.7%
9% below US avg
Spanish 17.9%
34% above US avg
Other Languages 10.4%

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. Per capita income is $54,600 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,050, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 16 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 18.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Hudson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,000
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,600
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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 median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 85.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 240 total housing units in the city. 8.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

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

Homeownership85.4%
Owner-Occupied85.4%
Renter-Occupied14.6%
Housing Units240

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Hudson receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Hudson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 66°F. The area gets 285 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 28.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,234 feet.

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

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.3"
26% below US avg
Snowfall 8.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.02"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -1°F (-18°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 6°F (-15°C) 1.0 in Driest
March 19°F (-7°C) 1.3 in
April 35°F (1°C) 1.7 in
May 49°F (9°C) 2.6 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.8 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.5 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in
October 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in
November 24°F (-5°C) 1.9 in
December 6°F (-14°C) 1.3 in

Hudson has a seasonal temperature swing of 65°F / from -1°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.0").

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4.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 88% below the national average of 33.7%. 34.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.6% of workers drive alone to work.

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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area34.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Radio Stations near Hudson

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKWT 89.9 "Wawatay News" Sioux Lookout, ON community radio, indigenous MP3 96 kbps

Airports Near Hudson

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dryden Regional AirportYHDMedium Airport
Ignace Municipal AirportZUCMedium Airport
Sioux Lookout AirportYXLMedium Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hudson

What is the population of Hudson?

Hudson has a population of 530 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 34.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.9% female and 48.1% male.

Is Hudson expensive to live in?

The median household income is $96,000, 28% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $360,000 (28% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Hudson safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Hudson receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Hudson?

Hudson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average -1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.3 inches, with 8.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Hudson?

The unemployment rate in Hudson is 7.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,050. There are 16 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 18.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hudson?

The median home value in Hudson is $360,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 85.4%.

How are the schools in Hudson?

4.2% of adults in Hudson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Hudson?

The average commute in Hudson is 29 minutes. 88.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hudson?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hudson is 100% White. 71.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 17.9% speak Spanish.

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