Hudson

Hillsborough Countyβ€’Merrimack Valleyβ€’Population: 25,394

Overview

Hudson has transformed from a mill town into a thriving suburban community that successfully balances residential quality with commercial development. Located in Hillsborough County along the Massachusetts border, Hudson offers convenient access to Nashua and Boston while maintaining its own identity. The town's commercial development along Route 111 and the Sagamore Bridge area provides shopping, dining, and employment opportunities, generating tax revenue that supports excellent town services.

Hudson's school system serves about 3,500 students and consistently ranks well statewide, attracting families seeking quality education. The town offers numerous recreational opportunities, including Benson Park with its historic buildings and walking trails, Robinson Pond for swimming and fishing, and extensive athletic facilities. Hudson's community events, including the Old Home Days celebration, foster strong neighborhood connections.

The town's housing market offers variety, from historic homes in the town center to newer developments throughout Hudson. The combination of good schools, convenient location, and moderate property taxes makes Hudson attractive to families and professionals. With ongoing economic development and a commitment to maintaining quality of life, Hudson provides a balanced suburban lifestyle in southern New Hampshire.

Pros & Cons

βœ“ Pros

  • β€’Shopping
  • β€’Good schools
  • β€’MA access
  • β€’Affordable

βœ— Cons

  • β€’Traffic
  • β€’Commercial areas
  • β€’Limited character

Cost of Owning Here

Official property tax rates published by the NH Department of Revenue Administration, plus estimated tax bills for Hudson.

2025 Local Tax Rate
$17.11
per $1,000 assessed value
2025 Effective (Equalized) Rate
$13.02
Equalization ratio: 76%
Municipal
$5.57
Local School
$9.17
State Education
$1.25
County
$1.12

Why "Effective Rate" is a better comparison

New Hampshire towns do not all assess property at the same percentage of market value. The state publishes an annual equalization ratio for every municipality showing how close local assessments are to full market value. A town that assesses homes at only 64% of market value will show an artificially high tax rate compared to a town that assesses at 100%. Multiplying the local rate by the equalization ratio produces an effective (equalized) rate that can be fairly compared across any two towns in the state.

YearTotal RateEffective RateMunicipalLocal SchoolState Ed.County
2025$17.11$13.02$5.57$9.17$1.25$1.12

Source: NH DRA

Example Tax Bills for 2025

Home ValueEstimated Annual TaxEstimated Monthly
$250,000$4,278$357
$350,000$5,989$499
$500,000$8,555$713
$750,000$12,833$1,069
$1,000,000$17,110$1,426

Estimates calculated using the 2025 local tax rate of $17.11 per $1,000 of assessed value. Actual tax bills depend on your property's specific assessed value and any exemptions or credits you may qualify for.

Climate & Environment

Summer Avg High
81.9Β°F
Winter Avg High
38.7Β°F
Annual Snowfall
44.2 in
Annual Rainfall
49.1 in
Sunny Days/Year
263
Data source: Open-Meteo / ERA5 β€’ Updated 7/3/2026

Transportation & Commute

Commute to Major Cities

Boston
45 mi
~60 min drive
Manchester
20 mi
~32 min drive
Portsmouth
55 mi
~73 min drive
Concord
36 mi
~50 min drive
Data source: OpenRouteService / OpenStreetMap β€’ Updated 7/3/2026

Safety & Crime

Safety Score
8/10
Crime Rate
8.74/1,000
Crime Trend
stable

Recreation & Outdoors

Outdoor Recreation Score
24/100
Trail Miles
22.9
0
Boat Launches
4
00

Winter & Camping

Snowmobile Trails:0 miles
XC Ski Trails:0 miles
0

Economy & Demographics

πŸ’°Income

Median Household Income
$125,216
Per Capita Income
$55,921
Median Family Income
$151,920

🏠Housing Costs

Median Home Value
$377,900
Median Rent
$1,297/mo
Homeownership Rate
85.4%

πŸ’ΌEmployment

Unemployment Rate
4.47%
In Labor Force
16,024
Work From Home
0.93%

πŸŽ“Education

Bachelor's Degree or Higher
24.6%
Total with Degree
4,534

πŸš—Commute

Work From Home
0.93%

πŸ‘₯Demographics

Median Age
45.6 years
Avg Household Size
2.64 people
Data source: Census ACS 2022 (5-Year) β€’ Census Data Year: 2022 β€’ Updated 7/3/2026

Condo Communities in Hudson

39 registered condo associations β€” offering active low-maintenance living options.

Source: CAI-NE 2024-2025 Annual Resource Directory (data as of April 2024)

Compare Hudson with Other Towns

See how Hudson stacks up against other NH communities.