Hudson, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
2,614 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$119,327 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$234,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$680 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$862 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
84.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Black Hawk County
5
Waterloo-Cedar Falls Metro Area
5
Iowa
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Black Hawk County
5
Waterloo-Cedar Falls Metro Area
4
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 17
Feb 1 6 21
Mar 2 4 34
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 2 0 61
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 2 2 35
Dec 1 9 21

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 44%
Hillary Clinton 50%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IA State Senate District 38, IA State House District 76, IA
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Schools

Hudson Elementary School
2 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Hudson High School
2 miles, SW • 5 star
Waterloo Christian School
4 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Colleges

University of Northern Iowa
6 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center
6 miles, E • 3.2 star
Sartori Memorial Hospital, Inc
7 miles, N • 3.2 star
Allen Hospital
8 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Grundy County Memorial Hospital
17 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Waterloo Regional Airport
9 miles, NE • 1 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
54 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Des Moines International Airport
88 miles, W • 2.3 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
89 miles, SE • 1 star
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