Cost of Living in Hudson, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
135.8
100 = national avg
+35.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$59,748
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$141,223
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing125.0
Food141.2
Transportation114.9
Healthcare133.0
Utilities129.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$801
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,051
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hudson is 135.8, which is 35.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 125.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $59,748 per year to cover basic expenses.