Hudson, Massachusetts Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Hudson, Massachusetts is 15,610 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 79th-largest city in Massachusetts. The median household income is $96,149, the median home value is $457,400, and the median age is 44.3.
15,610
Population
2717
People / sq mi
$96,149
Median Income
$457,400
Median Home Value
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Hudson covers 5.7 sq mi of land at 2717 people per square mile.
About Hudson, MA
The poverty rate is what most separates Hudson from the typical city: 2.5% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. Hudson is a city in Massachusetts with a population of 15,610.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $96,149 — above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 2.5%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $457,400, with typical rent around $1,417.
College attainment is above the local norm at 44.9%, above the national 35.0%. A solid 16.4% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 81.1% |
| Black or African American | 1.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$96,149
Median Household Income
$51,990
Per Capita Income
2.5%
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$457,400
Median Home Value
$1,417
Median Rent
70.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.8%
High School+
44.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.3%
Drive Alone
70.6%
Public Transit
16.4%
Work From Home
26.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
20.3%
Foreign Born
76.6%
Non-English at Home
5.1%
Veterans
13.6%
With Disability
97.2%
Health Insurance
96.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 17.4% |
| Manufacturing | 13.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.3% |
| Construction | 6.9% |
| Information | 5.3% |
| Retail Trade | 5.0% |
| Public Administration | 3.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hudson, Massachusetts has a population of 15,610 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 79th-largest city in Massachusetts.
The median household income in Hudson, Massachusetts is $96,149, with 2.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Hudson, Massachusetts is $457,400, with median monthly rent at $1,417 and a homeownership rate of 70.1%.
The median age in Hudson, Massachusetts is 44.3 years. The population is 48.8% male and 51.2% female.
Hudson Cdp, MA Climate
Hudson Cdp, MA has an average annual temperature of 8.9°C (48°F) and receives about 1194 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
8.9°C
Avg Temp
1194
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -4° / 24° | 99 mm |
| February | -3° / 26° | 88 mm |
| March | 2° / 35° | 103 mm |
| April | 7° / 45° | 101 mm |
| May | 13° / 56° | 95 mm |
| June | 18° / 65° | 95 mm |
| July | 22° / 71° | 97 mm |
| August | 21° / 70° | 101 mm |
| September | 17° / 62° | 92 mm |
| October | 10° / 51° | 102 mm |
| November | 5° / 42° | 116 mm |
| December | -1° / 30° | 105 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Hudson Cdp, MA
The most comfortable months to visit Hudson Cdp, MA are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -10°C low). November is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.