Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
20%
Hudson
Hudson, WI Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,276
Population
15,787
Renter Mix
35% Rent
Riverside community just minutes from the Twin Cities
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Commuter
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Waterfront
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Boating
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Lake
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Perched along Lake St. Croix on Wisconsin's western edge, Hudson offers a lively downtown without big-city noise. Second Street anchors the scene with specialty shops, local eateries, and nightlife tucked inside well-preserved historic buildings. Summers revolve around the water—boating on Lake Mallalieu, fishing the Willow River, or watching boats drift past from shore. With downtown St. Paul just 25 minutes away, Hudson appeals to Twin Cities workers seeking a slower pace at home.
The rental market offers townhomes, apartment communities, and smaller multi-unit buildings ranging from studios to spacious multi-bedroom layouts. Newer developments sit alongside established properties near the waterfront. Originally called Willow River before its 1840s renaming, Hudson's deep-rooted history shows in the architecture and character of its neighborhoods today.
Explore the City
The Octagon House offers guided tours, self-guided admissions, and a living history experience.
The Bridge at Willow Landing in Hudson.
Cracked Barrel Winery offers a country feel with sophisticated wines.
Downtown Hudson is within walking distance of the St. Croix River.
Today, the St. Croix River is the only thing separating Hudson from the Twin Cities.
Hudson is located in St. Croix Couny and has a population of about 14,000.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$90,835
Average: $113,905
Education
6,038
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
8,761
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Hudson has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
35%
Non-Renters
65%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
32%
Other Education
68%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Hudson, WI is $1,265 for a studio, $1,276 for one bedroom, $1,509 for two bedrooms, and $1,847 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Hudson has increased by 2.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,276/month
710 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Hudson, WI is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
509 Students
Public
Grades K-5
314 Students
Public
Grades K-5
405 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
373 Students
Public
Grades K-5
278 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,133 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,783 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
9 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Saint Croix National Scenic River
- Willow River State Park
- Afton State Park
- Kinnickinnic State Park
- Afton Alps
Military Bases
Airports
- Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.