How much does it cost to rent in Hudson, MA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Hudson, MA is $2,469. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Hudson cheaper than other Massachusetts cities?

Hudson is among the more affordable cities in Massachusetts, ranking #75 out of 107 cities at $2,469/mo.

When was Hudson rent data last updated?

Hudson rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

Is Hudson a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Hudson is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 0.5% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Hudson

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Pop. 15,719·75th most expensive in Massachusetts·Rental market data updated monthly for Hudson, MA

Median rent (all units)

$2,469/mo

Year-over-Year

-0.5%

Month-over-Month

-0.8%

vs US Median

+$504

Falling (Monthly)

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Hudson · $2,469

More expensive than 79% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

33% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,469/mo, rent takes about 33% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$99,000/yr

Local median income

$90,524/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hudson's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,000

1 BR

$2,140

2 BR

$2,550

3 BR

$3,080

4 BR+

$3,390

Research median

$2,550/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$29,628/yr

At $2,469/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 0.5% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-0.5% YoY, -0.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Hudson, MA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 43.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

15,719

Median income

$90,524

Median age

43.8

Renters

32%

Age distribution

17.8%

18.3%

28.4%

14%

21.4%

Under 1817.8%

18–3418.3%

35–5428.4%

55–6414%

65+21.4%

Gender

47.2%

52.8%

Male47.2%

Female52.8%

Race & ethnicity

81%

White81%

Black1.2%

Hispanic8.4%

Asian2.2%

Other7.3%

Education (25+)

22.5%

24.5%

43.5%

No HS diploma9.6%

HS diploma22.5%

Some college24.5%

Bachelor's+43.5%

Housing tenure

68%

32%

Owner68%

Renter32%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Hudson, MA has changed in 5 years

Income

$83,828 → $90,524

up 8.0%

Population

15,445 → 15,719

up 1.8%

Renter share

33% → 32%

-1.0 pts

Bachelor's+

42.2% → 43.5%

+1.3 pts

Median age

45.1 → 43.8

-1.3 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $90,524 today, compared with $83,828 five years earlier. Headcount in the area went from 15,445 to 15,719 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.8% change.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Hudson on your salary?

At $2,469/mo, how Hudson rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $109,597/yr · Rent = 27% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $77,813/yr · Rent = 38.1% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $89,633/yr · Rent = 33.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $160,208/yr · Rent = 18.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $204,705/yr · Rent = 14.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $72,860/yr · Rent = 40.7% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $65,784/yr · Rent = 45% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $81,084/yr · Rent = 36.5% income

stretched

By apartment size

Hudson rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Hudson. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Hudson

About renting in Hudson, MA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hudson is $2,469/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,000/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,550/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,140/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,080/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($90,524/yr), Hudson ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hudson an affordable city for renters?

Hudson is considered moderate for renters. At $2,469/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($90,524/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hudson slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Hudson?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $99,000/year (~$48/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,469/mo in Hudson. The local median household income is $90,524/yr, meaning the typical Hudson household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hudson?

Rent in Hudson has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.5% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Hudson rent compare to other cities in Massachusetts?

Hudson is one of the more affordable cities in Massachusetts for rent, ranking #75 out of 107 tracked cities at $2,469/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hudson?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hudson ($2,469/mo): Boxboro ($1,938/mo), Framingham ($2,360/mo).

What percentage of Hudson residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32% of Hudson households are renters, while 68% are owner-occupied. Hudson leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hudson rent compare to the national average?

Hudson's median rent of $2,469/mo is $504 (26%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #75 out of 107 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

MODERATE

At $2,469/mo, rent takes ~33% of Hudson's median household income ($90,524/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hudson 33%Benchmark 30%

State income tax5%

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