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Hudson, Wisconsin is an idyllic suburban town located along the St. Croix River. With a population of just over 13,000, Hudson is a great place to live for those looking for small-town charm without sacrificing access to amenities. The cost of living in Hudson is slightly higher than the US average, with a 2 bedroom rent costing $1,480 versus $1,430 in the US and a grocery cost index of 104 compared to 100 nationally. A variety of businesses have taken root in Hudson including St Croix Regional Medical Center, Walmart Supercenter, Home Depot and Econofoods grocery store. With its relaxed atmosphere and abundance of local amenities, Hudson is an ideal place to build a home or settle down for retirement.

Hudson has an unemployment rate of 4.5%. The US average is 6.0%.

Hudson has seen the job market increase by 1.1% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 37.1%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Hudson
- The Sales Tax Rate for Hudson is 5.5%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Hudson is 6.3%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Hudson
- The average income of a Hudson resident is $35,625 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Hudson resident is $85,521 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyHudson, WisconsinUnited States
  4.56
  -5.4%-6.2%
  37.1%33.5%
  5.5%6.2%
  6.3%4.6%
  $43,551$37,638
  $85,521$69,021
  $104,936$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  2.1%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  6.6%6.8%
  18.5%10.0%
  3.1%2.5%
  9.0%11.0%
  5.5%4.8%
  0.1%0.8%
  1.3%1.9%
  3.5%4.7%
  3.9%1.9%
  5.7%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  1.7%4.2%
  7.9%9.3%
  10.5%14.0%
  2.0%2.1%
  9.2%7.0%
  4.3%4.8%
  5.2%4.7%
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Let's face it, most of the negative reviews on Hudson are from people in Minnesota, simply because Hudson is in Wisconsin. But basically everything about WI is better  More

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I can call Hudson home for the past 30 years. Being a Chicago resident when I first arrived it was a bit of a culture shock to move to a smaller town but over the years  More

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Over 18 years ago

Hudson has a great school  More

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