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Hudson

Pop. 14,959·6th most expensive in Wisconsin·Rental market data updated monthly for Hudson, WI
Median rent (all units)
$1,897/mo
Year-over-Year
+1.5%
Month-over-Month
+5.7%
vs US Median
-$68
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Hudson · $1,897
More expensive than 52% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
24% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,897/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$76,000/yr
Local median income
$93,937/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
$1,250
1 BR
$1,420
2 BR
$1,730
3 BR
$2,300
4 BR+
$2,580
Research median
$1,730/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
$22,764/yr
At $1,897/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 1.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+1.5% YoY, +5.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hudson, WI is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 43.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
14,959
Median income
$93,937
Median age
38.1
Renters
33.5%
Age distribution
19.8%
24%
26.4%
19.5%
Under 1819.8%
18–3424%
35–5426.4%
55–6410.3%
65+19.5%
Gender
49.9%
50.1%
Male49.9%
Female50.1%
Race & ethnicity
89%
White89%
Black1.1%
Hispanic4.6%
Asian1.6%
Other3.7%
Education (25+)
22.8%
29.8%
43.1%
No HS diploma4.2%
HS diploma22.8%
Some college29.8%
Bachelor's+43.1%
Housing tenure
66.5%
33.5%
Owner66.5%
Renter33.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hudson, WI has changed in 5 years

Income
$85,521 → $93,937
up 9.8%
Population
14,500 → 14,959
up 3.2%
Renter share
31.5% → 33.5%
+2.0 pts
Bachelor's+
45.3% → 43.1%
-2.2 pts
Median age
39.7 → 38.1
-1.6 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $85,521 in 2021 to $93,937 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 14,500 to 14,959 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.2% change. About 33.5% of households rent today, against 31.5% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 45.3% to 43.1%.

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Hudson rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Hudson, WI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hudson is $1,897/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,250/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,730/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,420/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,300/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($93,937/yr), Hudson ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hudson an affordable city for renters?

Hudson is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,897/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($93,937/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hudson falls comfortably within that range.

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 $76,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,897/mo in Hudson. The local median household income is $93,937/yr, meaning the typical Hudson household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hudson?

Rent in Hudson has increased 1.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Hudson rent compare to other cities in Wisconsin?

Hudson is one of the pricier cities in Wisconsin for rent, ranking #6 out of 62 tracked cities at $1,897/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hudson?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hudson ($1,897/mo): River Falls ($1,513/mo), New Richmond ($1,600/mo).

What percentage of Hudson residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.5% of Hudson households are renters, while 66.5% 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 $1,897/mo is $68 (3%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Wisconsin, it ranks #6 out of 62 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
24%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,897/mo, rent takes ~24% of Hudson's median household income ($93,937/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hudson 24%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.5–7.65%
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