Cost of Living in Hudson, MA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
157.5
100 = national avg
+57.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$69,302
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$163,805
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing198.9
Food123.5
Transportation147.0
Healthcare118.8
Utilities133.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,476
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,941
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hudson is 157.5, which is 57.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 198.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $69,302 per year to cover basic expenses.