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Hudson, QC

Quebec

Hudson is a small city in Quebec with a population of 5,411. Residents earn $101,000 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
5,411 Population 643/sq mi density
$101,000 Median Income $74,100 per capita
$600,000 Home Value
$970 Median Rent 18.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 233 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$101,000 median income, 7.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$600,000 home value, $970/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $101,000
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $600,000
113% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.1%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $970
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.9%
28% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,411
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density643/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$101,000
Per Capita$74,100
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty8.9%
Commute31 min

Housing

B
Home Value$600,000
Rent$970
Ownership88.4%
Housing Units2,335
Rent Burden18.5%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain49.1 in/yr
Sunny Days233/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.1%
High School+20.2%
Graduate+14.0%

Community

Commute31 min

Is Hudson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hudson receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, 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 $101,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 34% above $75,149. This places Hudson among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hudson is $600,000, making it a premium housing market at 113% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $970 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hudson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches, including 72.6 inches of snow.

Hudson has a population of 5,411 with a density of 643 people per square mile, spread across 8.4 square miles. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.9% female and 48.2% male. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 1% Black, 2.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 60.4% of residents, while 24.4% speak Spanish.

Population

5,411
Total Population
2021 Census
643
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
8.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hudson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 60.4%
23% below US avg
Spanish 24.4%
82% above US avg
Other Languages 15.3%

Social Characteristics

Hudson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hudson is $101,000, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $74,100 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,425. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 168 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 61.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hudson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,000
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$74,100
Avg Weekly Wage$1,425

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.9%
28% below US avg
Establishments (County)168

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home61.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Hudson is $600,000, 113% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $970 (17% below the national average of $1,163). 88.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,335 total housing units in the city. 18.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$600,000
113% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$970
17% below US avg
Rent Burden18.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.4%
Owner-Occupied88.4%
Renter-Occupied11.8%
Housing Units2,335

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 experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 72.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days233 days/yr

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area8.4 sq mi (21.8 km²)
Population Density643/sq mi
Coordinates45.4501°N, 74.1492°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.1"
29% above US avg
Snowfall 72.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.82"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

181 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M3.7 on Mar 19, 2025.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 114 km
Apr 20, 2002 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M5.3 110 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 64 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 20 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 46 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 62 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 67 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 66 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 104 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 84 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 77 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 21 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 126 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 35 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 86 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 37 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 77 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 31 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 59 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1908 NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE Meteorological 15.0 m 33 118 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: FLAT ROCK FIRE (658 ac, 2018).

Year Name Acres Distance
2018 FLAT ROCK FIRE 658 76 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 3.0 in
February 15°F (-9°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 26°F (-3°C) 2.5 in
April 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.8 in Wettest
July 71°F (22°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 3.7 in
September 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.6 in
November 36°F (2°C) 3.7 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 3.1 in

Hudson has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 15°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (2.4").

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24.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 28% below the national average of 33.7%. 20.2% have completed high school. 14.0% hold a graduate or professional degree. 83.3% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.3% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.1%
28% below US avg
High School+20.2%
Graduate Degree+14.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density643/sq mi
Total Area8.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home61.4%

Schools in Hudson

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Saint-Thomas
Mount Pleasant
Westwood High Junior Campus
Evergreen primary school
Westwood High Senior Campus
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Radio Stations near Hudson

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFQR 600 canada, classic hits MP3 160 kbps
CFQR 600 Montreal, QC classic hits, news talk MP3 160 kbps
CJPB-FM 90.7 "La Voix de St-Lo" Saint-Laurent, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Hudson

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Greenwood Centre for Living History
Lyman Entomological Museum
Maison Félix-Leclerc
Maison Trestler
Manoir de Belle-Rivière
Montreal Aviation Museum
Moulin historique de Coteau-du-Lac
Musée Hudson
Musée Régional D'Argenteuil
Musée régional de Vaudreuil-Soulanges
Musée Yves-Abran
MUSO
Pointe-du-Buisson/Musée québécois d'archéologie

Libraries in Hudson

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliotèque municipale de Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Adrienne-DeMontigny0.0
Bibliothèque Armand-Frappier0.0
Bibliothèque Armand-Frappier0.0
Bibliothèque de Mirabel secteur Saint-Augustin0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Lazare0.0
Bibliothèque Gaby-Farmer-Denis0.0
Bibliothèque Guy Godin0.0
Bibliothèque Intermunicipale de Dorion-Vaudreuil0.0
Bibliothèque Jules-Fournier0.0
Bibliothèque Marie-Uguay0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Lachute0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Les Coteaux0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Rigaud0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de St-Étienne-de-Beauharnois0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Terrasse-Vaudreuil0.0
Bibliothèque Myra-Cree0.0
Bibliothèque Pincourt0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-Polycarpe0.0
Future Bibliothèque0.0
War Memorial Library Hudson Heights0.0

Farmers Markets in Hudson

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Finnegan's Market
MAC Market
Marché champêtre de Coteau-du-Lac
Marché public de Salaberry-de-Valleyfield
Marmite du Terroir
Saint-Anne's Market

Hotels in Hudson

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

OrcaSound Hotel

Cafes in Hudson

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Boutique Juniper
Crème Brûlée Hudson
Mikko espresso & boutique
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Theatres in Hudson

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hudson Village Theatre

Clinics in Hudson

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hudson Médicentre

Dentists in Hudson

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dr. D. Littner - Litner Baker Associates

Veterinaries in Hudson

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôpital vétérinaire de Hudson

Train Stations in Hudson

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hudson

Gas Stations in Hudson

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Esso
Petro-Canada
Ultramar
Ultramar

Banks in Hudson

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BMO

Shopping Malls in Hudson

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Place Cameron

Gyms in Hudson

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

müv

Golf Courses in Hudson

3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Como Golf Club
Falcon Golf Club
Whitlock West Golf Club

Breweries in Hudson

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Sir John
Brasserie Wilsy
Microbrasserie Le Castor
Microbrasserie Maltéus
Microbrasserie Trois-Lacs

Stadiums & Teams in Hudson

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Hudson

15 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Mont Rigaud 0.0 $0
Bois Duvernay 0.0 $0
Glissade 0.0 $0
Mont Habitant 0.0 $0
Chez Ti-Jean ski de fond 0.0 $0
Sommet Saint-Sauveur 0.0 $0
Ski Morin Heights 0.0 $0
Sommet Olympia 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Gabriel 0.0 $0
Ski Chantecler 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Avalanche 0.0 $0
Belle Neige 0.0 $0
Vallée Bleue 0.0 $0
Ski Montcalm 0.0 $0
Mont Blanc 0.0 $0

Airports Near Hudson

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportYULLarge Airport
Cornwall Regional AirportYCCMedium Airport
Massena International Airport Richards FieldMSSMedium Airport
Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan AirportYHUMedium Airport
Montreal Mirabel International AirportYMXMedium Airport
Alexandria AerodromeSmall Airport
Hawkesbury (East) AirportSmall Airport
Hawkesbury / L'Ange Gardien Farm FieldSmall Airport
Hawkesbury AirportSmall Airport
Herb's Travel Plaza AirstripSmall Airport
Joliette AirportSmall Airport
L'Assomption AirportSmall Airport
Lac Agile (Mascouche) AirportSmall Airport
Lachute AirportSmall Airport
Lancaster AirparkSmall Airport
Long Sault AirstripSmall Airport
Lourdes-de-Joliette AirportSmall Airport
Malone Dufort AirportSmall Airport
Maxville (Bourdon Farm) AirportSmall Airport
Maxville AirportSmall Airport
Mont-Tremblant/Saint-Jovite AirportSmall Airport
Montreal / Aéroparc Île PerrotSmall Airport
Montreal / St-Lazare AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle AirportSmall Airport
Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation)Small Airport
Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie AerodromeSmall Airport
Salaberry-de-Valleyfield AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Esprit AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Jérôme AirportSmall Airport
St-Michel-de-Napierville AirportSmall Airport
Ste-Agnès-de-Dundee AirportSmall Airport
Val Morin AirstripSmall Airport
Vasile FieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Hudson

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste
Canada Post
Canada Post

Treatment Centers in Hudson

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centre de Réadaptation en Déficience Physique
Services Ambulatoires en Dépendance

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hudson

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Côte Saint-Charles United Church
Église Saint-Thomas d’Aquin
Hudson Community Baptist Church
Saint-James Hudson Heights
Wyman Memorial United Church

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UFO Sightings
3
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hudson

What is the population of Hudson?

Hudson has a population of 5,411 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 643 people per square mile, spread across 8.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.9% female and 48.2% male.

Is Hudson expensive to live in?

The median household income is $101,000, 34% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $600,000 (113% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $970 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

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 four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.1 inches, with 72.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Hudson?

The unemployment rate in Hudson is 7.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,425. There are 168 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 61.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hudson?

The median home value in Hudson is $600,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $970. The homeownership rate is 88.4%.

How are the schools in Hudson?

24.1% of adults in Hudson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.2% have completed high school. 14.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Hudson?

The average commute in Hudson is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.3% of workers drive alone to work, 2.3% use public transit, and 61.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hudson?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hudson is 95.2% White, 1% Black or African American, 2.1% Asian. 60.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 24.4% speak Spanish.

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