Hudson, FL

U.S. News Ratings
Population 13,903
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living Low
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price Low
Median Income Low

Climate

While the temperature and humidity remain relatively warm and stable throughout the year, the rainfall spikes during the summer months.

Geography

Hudson is about an hour north of Tampa and the Pinellas Peninsula on central Florida’s west coast.

Recreation

Residents of the Hudson area have access to beautiful beaches and golf courses as well as various outdoor activities including hiking, biking, and boating via the Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park and the Hudson Marina.

Historical

In 1878, Isaac Hudson built a home near a spring in the area that later became the town’s first post office, leading to the modern name of the community.

Economy

While still mostly rural in its appearance, Hudson is experiencing a housing boom largely attributed to its natural beauty and the area’s prominence as a regional vacation spot.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
13,903
Population under 55:
51.3%
Population over 55:
48.7%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
Tampa

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Good
Temperature:
90°F July High, 61°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$37,655
Median home price:
$97,450
Average property tax:
$1,274

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
13%
High
Cost of living:
Low

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
1
Middle schools:
0
High schools:
0

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
8
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
12

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
1/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
22/1
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
42/3

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
80

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