North Hudson, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

North Hudson is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 3,848. Residents earn $114,539 per year, which is 52% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
3,848 Population 2,451/sq mi density
$114,539 Median Income $50,244 per capita
$372,900 Home Value $399,911 Zillow
$1,569 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$114,539 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$372,900 home value, $1,569/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $114,539
52% higher than US avg
Home Value $372,900
32% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.2%
70% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,569
35% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,848
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density2,451/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$114,539
Per Capita$50,244
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$1,545M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$372,900
Rent$1,569
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$399,911

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property421/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary131/100K

Health

Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute32 min
Libraries5

Is North Hudson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Hudson receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. North Hudson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Hudson is $114,539, which is significantly higher than the national average — 52% above $75,149. This places North Hudson among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Hudson is $372,900, 32% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,569 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

North Hudson is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 421 per 100,000, 79% below the national average.

Education

North Hudson is a highly educated community — 57.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

North Hudson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

North Hudson has a population of 3,848 with a density of 2,451 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%).

Population

3,848
Total Population
2,451
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

North Hudson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Hudson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Hudson is $114,539, which is 52% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: North Hudson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$114,539
52% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,244
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$86,110

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,024
County GDP$1,545M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare78
Retail97
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Work from Home21.5%

Walkability

The median home value in North Hudson is $372,900, 32% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,569 (35% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $399,911.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$372,900
32% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$399,911
Median List Price$410,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$410,000
$/Sq Ft$204
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio101.3%
Price Drops60.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,569
35% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Effective Rate1.56%
In North Hudson, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death5,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access73.5%
Healthcare Facilities78
North Hudson has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 421 per 100,000 (79% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property420.6/100K
79% below US avg
Burglary131.4/100K
Theft262.9/100K
Vehicle Theft26.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
North Hudson has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.4°F
20% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density2,451/sq mi
Coordinates44.9958°N, 92.7550°W
County FIPS55093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 57.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.2%
70% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,451/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants110
Retail Stores97

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Work from Home21.5%

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