Hudson, IA is a city located in Black Hawk County and has a population of 3,939. According to BestPlaces rankings, Hudson scores highly in terms of safety, with a crime rate of 12 per 1,000 people compared to the national average of 22 per 1,000. The cost of living in Hudson is also quite low, making it an attractive place for those looking for more affordable living options. In addition to this, Hudson boasts good air quality with an AQI (Air Quality Index) of 37.2 – much lower than the national average of 48.7. Furthermore, the median household income is $58,402 which is quite high when compared to state-wide averages and higher than the US median household income of $61,937. With its low cost of living, good air quality and strong economy, it's no surprise that Hudson ranks highly among other cities in Iowa.
Best Places ranks thousands of places to live based on analysis, data and key statistics from the U.S. Census and our Best Places To Live Expert Insights.
The cities listed here are the 117 Smallest Metropolitan Statistical Areas, ranging in population from approximately 200,000 ...
Read More
Between international terrorism and a struggling economy, today’s Americans are faced with more stress than ever. In this new st...
Read More
Country Home magazine, in conjunction with Sperlings BestPlaces, reveals that Burlington, Vermont is the 2007 Best Green Pla...
Read More
Browse all of our Best Places Rankings