Cost of Living in Hudson, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
142.3
100 = national avg
+42.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,625
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,023
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing170.9
Food124.2
Transportation112.3
Healthcare119.3
Utilities128.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,405
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,709
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hudson is 142.3, which is 42.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 170.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,625 per year to cover basic expenses.