Hudson, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
5,900 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,394 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$324,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$838 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,143 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
36.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbia County
2
Hudson Urban Area
2
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbia County
2
Hudson Urban Area
2
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 14 21
Feb 2 10 24
Mar 4 8 33
Apr 4 2 44
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 5 0 47
Nov 4 2 38
Dec 4 10 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 52%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 19, NY State Senate District 41, NY Assembly District 106, NY
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Schools

Hudson Junior High School
<1 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Columbia-Greene Community College
3 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Bard College
17 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Bard College at Simon's Rock
21 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Columbia Memorial Hospital
<1 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Fairview Hospital
22 miles, SE • 5 star
Northern Dutchess Hospital
23 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Albany International Airport
34 miles, N • 1.9 star
Bradley International Airport
60 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Westchester County Airport
82 miles, S • 1.4 star
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