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Hudson, NC

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Population
3,786
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,261 ft
Median Home Value
$223,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$549/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$65,268
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in North CarolinaPopulation rankingHighest population places in North CarolinaNearest larger communityLenoir, North Carolina4.7 miles away · 18,372 residents.

About Hudson

Hudson is a town in Caldwell County, North Carolina, situated within the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton metropolitan area. Originating as a nineteenth-century sawmill camp established by the Monroe and Johnnie Hudson families, the residential community of approximately 3,772 is home to Caldwell Community College and is served by the Caldwell County Schools district locally.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingOutskirts FitA+98.3ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+97.6rating

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