Hudson, MA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2010: 14,907.

Population (male): 7,417

Population (female): 7,490

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Hudson: 135.5 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 7.5%

Poverty (breakdown): (6.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 45.9% for Black residents, 18.6% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 15.4% for other race residents, 9.7% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Massachusetts and other state lists, there were 2 registered sex offenders living in Hudson, Massachusetts as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Hudson is 7,798 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is

Ancestries: Ancestries: Portuguese (19.7%), Irish (10.8%), Brazilian (9.3%), American (7.6%), Italian (7.1%), French Canadian (4.0%).

Elevation: 263 feet

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 01749

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $89,225 (it was $55,063 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $40,364 (it was $25,167 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $364,722 (it was $174,200 in 2000) Hudson:$364,722MA:$385,400

Goldribbon

Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

Alcohol Testing Hudson, MA

Alcohol Testing 2

Alcohol Testing Hudson, MA

Accredited Drug Testing provides alcohol testing at testing centers located in Hudson, MA and the surrounding areas. Alcohol testing is available for DOT and non DOT purposes and Court Ordered requirements. Testing methods include breath alcohol (BAC), urine, oral saliva and hair testing. Same day service is available at our Hudson, MA locations and most Hudson, MA alcohol testing centers are within minutes of your home or office.

Alcohol Testing is administered for court ordered (ETG), DOT and Non-DOT testing including random selection, reasonable suspicion, post-accident testing and other reason an employer or individual may need an Alcohol Test.

5 WINTER ST 0.2 miles

5 WINTER ST
HUDSON, MA 1749
Categories: HUDSON MA

157 UNION ST 2.7 miles

157 UNION ST
MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
Categories: MARLBOROUGH MA

157 UNION ST 2.7 miles

157 UNION ST
MARLBORO, MA 1752
Categories: MARLBORO MA

42 BOSTON POST RD W 3.6 miles

42 BOSTON POST RD W
MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
Categories: MARLBOROUGH MA

28 Newton St 6.1 miles

28 Newton St
Southboro, MA 1772
Categories: Southboro MA

7 DEANE ST 6.6 miles

7 DEANE ST
MAYNARD, MA 1754
Categories: MAYNARD MA

333 SW Cutoff Suite 202 8.8 miles

333 SW Cutoff Suite 202
Northborough, MA 1532
Categories: Northborough MA

7 FRANCINE RD 9.0 miles

7 FRANCINE RD
FRAMINGHAM, MA 1701
Categories: FRAMINGHAM MA

50 WORCESTER RD STE 3 10.3 miles

50 WORCESTER RD STE 3
FRAMINGHAM, MA 1702
Categories: FRAMINGHAM MA

61 Lincoln St, Suite 308 10.7 miles

61 Lincoln St, Suite 308
Framingham, MA 1702
Categories: Framingham MA

630 PLANTATION ST 12.1 miles

630 PLANTATION ST
WORCESTER, MA 1605
Categories: WORCESTER MA

190 N MAIN ST 12.3 miles

190 N MAIN ST
NATICK, MA 1760
Categories: NATICK MA

435 Lancaster Street Suite 214A 12.3 miles

435 Lancaster Street Suite 214A
Leominster, MA 1453
Categories: Leominster MA

424 CENTRAL ST 12.7 miles

424 CENTRAL ST
LEOMINSTER, MA 1453
Categories: LEOMINSTER MA

500 Lincoln Street 12.7 miles

500 Lincoln Street
Worcester, MA 1605
Categories: Worcester MA

200 GROTON RD 12.8 miles

200 GROTON RD
AYER, MA 1432
Categories: AYER MA

352 BELMONT ST 13.0 miles

352 BELMONT ST
WORCESTER, MA 1604
Categories: WORCESTER MA

490 SHREWSBURY ST 13.3 miles

490 SHREWSBURY ST
WORCESTER, MA 1604
Categories: WORCESTER MA

945 WORCESTER ST ROUTE 9W 13.3 miles

945 WORCESTER ST ROUTE 9W
NATICK, MA 1760
Categories: NATICK MA

60 HOSPITAL RD 14.3 miles

60 HOSPITAL RD
LEOMINSTER, MA 1453
Categories: LEOMINSTER MA

141 MASSASOIT RD 14.6 miles

141 MASSASOIT RD
WORCESTER, MA 1604
Categories: WORCESTER MA

100 MLK, Jr. Blvd, Lower Level 14.6 miles

100 MLK, Jr. Blvd, Lower Level
Worcester, MA 1608
Categories: Worcester MA

415 MAIN ST 14.9 miles

415 MAIN ST
WORCESTER, MA 1608
Categories: WORCESTER MA

255 PARK AVE STE 400 15.6 miles

255 PARK AVE STE 400
WORCESTER, MA 1609
Categories: WORCESTER MA

51 Sawyer Rd Ste 200 15.8 miles

51 Sawyer Rd Ste 200
Waltham, MA 2453
Categories: Waltham MA

1030 MAIN ST 16.0 miles

1030 MAIN ST
WALTHAM, MA 2451
Categories: WALTHAM MA

9 HOPE AVE 16.3 miles

9 HOPE AVE
WALTHAM, MA 2453
Categories: WALTHAM MA

70 HOPE AVE APT 409 16.3 miles

70 HOPE AVE APT 409
WALTHAM, MA 2453
Categories: WALTHAM MA

348 Greenwood Street 16.9 miles

348 Greenwood Street
Worcester, MA 1607
Categories: Worcester MA

58 BEDFORD ST 17.5 miles

58 BEDFORD ST
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
Categories: LEXINGTON MA

35 BEDFORD ST 17.5 miles

35 BEDFORD ST
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
Categories: LEXINGTON MA

1 MARINA PARK DR. 17.6 miles

1 MARINA PARK DR.
WEST NEWTON, MA 2465
Categories: WEST NEWTON MA

115 WATER ST 2ND FL 17.6 miles

115 WATER ST 2ND FL
MILFORD, MA 1757
Categories: MILFORD MA

39 Village Square, 18.1 miles

39 Village Square,
Chelmsford, MA 1824
Categories: Chelmsford MA

922 HIGHLAND AVE 18.2 miles

922 HIGHLAND AVE
NEEDHAM, MA 2494
Categories: NEEDHAM MA

286 NEHOIDEN ST 18.3 miles

286 NEHOIDEN ST
NEEDHAM, MA 2492
Categories: NEEDHAM MA

3 PERRY PL 18.5 miles

3 PERRY PL
AUBURN, MA 1501
Categories: AUBURN MA

81B MAIN ST 18.5 miles

81B MAIN ST
MEDWAY, MA 2053
Categories: MEDWAY MA

148 CHESTNUT ST 18.6 miles

148 CHESTNUT ST
NEEDHAM, MA 2492
Categories: NEEDHAM MA

160 S MAIN ST 18.6 miles

160 S MAIN ST
MILFORD, MA 1757
Categories: MILFORD MA

35 MILLBURY ST 18.7 miles

35 MILLBURY ST
AUBURN, MA 1501
Categories: AUBURN MA

90 MIDDLESEX TPKE 18.9 miles

90 MIDDLESEX TPKE
BURLINGTON, MA 1803
Categories: BURLINGTON MA

510 BOSTON RD 19.0 miles

510 BOSTON RD
BILLERICA, MA 1821
Categories: BILLERICA MA

10 RESEARCH PL STE 200 19.2 miles

10 RESEARCH PL STE 200
NORTH CHELMSFORD, MA 1863
Categories: NORTH CHELMSFORD MA

221 Boston Rd, Suite 1, 19.2 miles

221 Boston Rd, Suite 1,
Billerica, MA 1862
Categories: Billerica MA

1400 CENTRE ST, STE 208 19.4 miles

1400 CENTRE ST, STE 208
NEWTON CENTER, MA 2459
Categories: NEWTON CENTER MA

48 HAMILTON AVE 19.4 miles

48 HAMILTON AVE
BILLERICA, MA 1821
Categories: BILLERICA MA

41 CARLETON RD 20.1 miles

41 CARLETON RD
BELMONT, MA 2478
Categories: BELMONT MA

376 Arsenal Street 20.7 miles

376 Arsenal Street
Watertown, MA 2472
Categories: Watertown MA

725 CONCORD AVE STE 5100 21.1 miles

725 CONCORD AVE STE 5100
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2138
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

736 CAMBRIDGE ST DEPARTMENT OF OCC HLTH AND TRAVEL 21.2 miles

736 CAMBRIDGE ST DEPARTMENT OF OCC HLTH AND TRAVEL
BRIGHTON, MA 2135
Categories: BRIGHTON MA

601 Concord Ave 21.7 miles

601 Concord Ave
Cambridge, MA 2138
Categories: Cambridge MA

500 CUMMINGS CTR Ste 4350 21.8 miles

500 CUMMINGS CTR Ste 4350
BEVERLY, MA 1915
Categories: BEVERLY MA

700 Rogers Street, 22.0 miles

700 Rogers Street,
Lowell, MA 1854
Categories: Lowell MA

POH on-site only 22.0 miles

POH on-site only
WOBURN, MA 1801
Categories: WOBURN MA

Onsite Only 22.0 miles

Onsite Only
Woburn Ma, MA 1801
Categories: Woburn Ma MA

1 HOSPITAL DR 22.1 miles

1 HOSPITAL DR
LOWELL, MA 1852
Categories: LOWELL MA

345 MAIN ST 22.2 miles

345 MAIN ST
TEWKSBURY, MA 1876
Categories: TEWKSBURY MA

1996 CENTRE ST 22.2 miles

1996 CENTRE ST
WEST ROXBURY, MA 2132
Categories: WEST ROXBURY MA

370 PROVIDENCE HWY 22.4 miles

370 PROVIDENCE HWY
DEDHAM, MA 2026
Categories: DEDHAM MA

200 PROVIDENCE HWY STE 202-203 22.4 miles

200 PROVIDENCE HWY STE 202-203
DEDHAM, MA 2026
Categories: DEDHAM MA

124 WESTERN AVE 22.6 miles

124 WESTERN AVE
ALLSTON, MA 2134
Categories: ALLSTON MA

114 WESTERN AVE 22.6 miles

114 WESTERN AVE
ALLSTON, MA 2134
Categories: ALLSTON MA

358 HARVARD ST 22.8 miles

358 HARVARD ST
BROOKLINE, MA 2446
Categories: BROOKLINE MA

12 EVERETT ST 22.9 miles

12 EVERETT ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2138
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

228 DANIEL WEBSTER HWY 23.0 miles

228 DANIEL WEBSTER HWY
NASHUA, NH 3060
Categories: NASHUA NH

1285 Beacon St 23.0 miles

1285 Beacon St
Brookline, MA 2446
Categories: Brookline MA

37 MANNING ST 23.1 miles

37 MANNING ST
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

92 HIGH ST 23.2 miles

92 HIGH ST
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

1180 Beacon St Ste 1D, 23.3 miles

1180 Beacon St Ste 1D,
Brookline, MA 2446
Categories: Brookline MA

1101 Beacon St, 1st floor 23.5 miles

1101 Beacon St, 1st floor
Brookline, MA 2446
Categories: Brookline MA

16 WESTWOOD RD 23.5 miles

16 WESTWOOD RD
SOMERVILLE, MA 2143
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

10 CAMBRIA ST 23.6 miles

10 CAMBRIA ST
SOMERVILLE, MA 2143
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

1493 CAMBRIDGE ST 23.6 miles

1493 CAMBRIDGE ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2139
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225 23.7 miles

800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225
WOBURN, MA 1801
Categories: WOBURN MA

600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400 23.7 miles

600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400
Woburn, MA 1801
Categories: Woburn MA

20 S BORDER RD 23.7 miles

20 S BORDER RD
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

Onsite Only #1 23.7 miles

Onsite Only #1
Cambridge, MA 2139
Categories: Cambridge MA

1400 CAMBRIDGE ST 23.8 miles

1400 CAMBRIDGE ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2139
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

319 Longwood Ave, 23.8 miles

319 Longwood Ave,
Boston, MA 2115
Categories: Boston MA

125 PARKER HILL AVE 23.8 miles

125 PARKER HILL AVE
BOSTON, MA 2120
Categories: BOSTON MA

66B CONCORD ST 24.0 miles

66B CONCORD ST
WILMINGTON, MA 1887
Categories: WILMINGTON MA

38 VANDERBILT AVE STE E 24.3 miles

38 VANDERBILT AVE STE E
NORWOOD, MA 2062
Categories: NORWOOD MA

335 Morse St, 1st Floor, 24.4 miles

335 Morse St, 1st Floor,
Norwood, MA 2062
Categories: Norwood MA

101 ACCESS RD STE 1B 24.5 miles

101 ACCESS RD STE 1B
NORWOOD, MA 2062
Categories: NORWOOD MA

ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 24.6 miles

ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY
STONEHAM, MA 2180
Categories: STONEHAM MA

5 MIDDLESEX AVE 24.7 miles

5 MIDDLESEX AVE
SOMERVILLE, MA 2145
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

7 INDEPENDENCE WAY APT 13 24.7 miles

7 INDEPENDENCE WAY APT 13
FRANKLIN, MA 2038
Categories: FRANKLIN MA

101 STATION LNDG 24.8 miles

101 STATION LNDG
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

17 RIVERSIDE ST STE 202 24.8 miles

17 RIVERSIDE ST STE 202
NASHUA, NH 3062
Categories: NASHUA NH

16 Main Street 24.9 miles

16 Main Street
Stoneham, MA 2180
Categories: Stoneham MA

To schedule an alcohol test in Hudson, MA call (800) 221-4291 or online 24/7

ScheduleButton CityPagesV2 300x88

Alcohol Detection Periods

Breath Alcohol

Current / Immediate

ETG - Urine

80 Hours

Standard Urine

1 - 2 Days

Whether you want to detect current alcohol impairment, recent alcohol consumption, or alcohol usage within the past 3 days, Accredited Drug Testing offers the testing services that fit your needs.

Alcohol tests are administered for a variety of different reasons and greatly differ from drug tests. Drug tests (those that analyze samples of hair and urine) attempt to detect usage of illegal drugs over a lengthy time period, generally ranging from a week to several months. However, alcohol tests are aimed at detecting consumption of a legal - though regulated - substance within a much shorter timeframe. Rather than testing for past usage, an alcohol drug test will register only the immediate presence of alcohol in the human body.

Breath Alcohol Drug Test

Otherwise known as a breathalyzer, Breath Alcohol Test (BATs) make frequent appearances in sitcoms and crime shows. That is because they are quite commonly used given that the test is easy to administer and provides nearly instantaneous results. Police officers rely on breathalyzer exams to detect when drivers are on the road and above the legal alcohol limit. Because BATs provide only a current-moment snapshot of the body's blood alcohol content, they should only be administered when someone is required to be sober at the current time. Such cases would include driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery.

Accredited Drug Testing centers are dedicated to providing accurate results every time. For that reason, our certified staff only administers DOT-approved Evidential Breath Testing devices (EBTs). Procedures are meticulously controlled to ensure that all results are admissible in a court of law.

DOT only permits a breath alcohol test. Urine alcohol tests are not permitted by the Department of Transportation. Therefore, a DOT regulated employee would take a 5 panel DOT urine test but only a breath alcohol test if required.

Urine Alcohol Drug Test Finally, for rare cases an EtG exam will be administered to determine if alcohol has been consumed over a 5 day period. EtGs are typically reserved for individuals undergoing a court-ordered sobriety or alcohol rehabilitation program.

Saliva / Oral Fluid Alcohol Test

Accredited Drug Testing also offers a saliva specimen alcohol test in addition, to breath and urine testing. Oral fluid alcohol test can provide immediate results or if requested can be sent to certified laboratory for analysis

Confidential alcohol drug tests can be conducted at any location utilizing the Accredited Drug Testing mobile on-site program service.

Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service is simple and easy, Call (800)221-4291) or click below to order online 24/7.

ScheduleButton CityPagesV2 300x88

Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for all needs including employment, DOT, court ordered, school, personal and are available for both individuals and employers.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, offers 5, 10 and 12 panel drug test screenings utilizing urine, hair, blood and oral fluids/saliva. Alcohol testing is available for breath alcohol, standard urine and ETG testing.

Our laboratories are SAMHSA certified and all tests results are verified by our in house licensed physicians who serve as Medical Review Officers.

On the road or on vacation, no worries, Accredited Drug Testing has testing centers in all cities Nationwide and we can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!

Department of Transportation (DOT)

If you are DOT regulated company or an individual employed in a safety sensitive position, Accredited Drug Testing Inc offers certified DOT drug and alcohol testing and other DOT required services for FMCSA, FTA, FRA, PHMSA, USCG and FAA.

Accredited Drug Testing also provides a DOT random testing consortium, DOT drug policy for employers and DOT physicals.

Drug Free Workplace

Many States encourage employers to be a drug free workplace and several States provide a discount on workers compensation premiums, if the business owner is certified as a drug free workplace and the drug testing program complies with State law.

We Come To You! On-site/mobile drug testing is also available for employers when you need to save time and money, we provide on-site drug testing for construction sites, road side accidents, hospitals, schools or any on-site drug testing need.

Our alcohol testing Hudson, MA centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be at times stressful. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation.

Our drug testing Hudson, MA locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our alcohol testing Hudson, MA centers and staff are committed to providing courteous, helpful and professional assistance.

Please be aware that testing locations do not accept any form of payment and require a test registration donor pass to administer a drug, alcohol, or any other type of test. You must call (800) 221-4291 to register for a test or you may register online, no appointment is needed, but a test registration form is required.

Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

AI Overview

Alcohol Testing

Alcohol testing is a procedure used to measure an individual's blood alcohol content (BAC) or detect the presence of alcohol in the body. This testing is crucial in various contexts, including law enforcement, workplace safety, and medical screening. For consumers, understanding the available methods and their specific uses can help in making informed decisions about alcohol testing.

Methods of Alcohol Testing

  • Breathalyzer Tests: These are the most common form of alcohol testing, especially used by law enforcement. They measure the alcohol content in the breath, which correlates with blood alcohol levels.
  • Blood Tests: Considered the most accurate method, blood tests directly measure the alcohol concentration in the bloodstream. However, they require professional medical personnel to collect the blood sample.
  • Urine Tests: Urine tests are less commonly used for alcohol because of their less accurate representation of current blood alcohol levels but can detect alcohol consumption up to 24 hours after intake.
  • Saliva Tests: These tests are less invasive and can detect the presence of alcohol in the saliva, which is a good approximation of BAC.

Applications of Alcohol Testing

Alcohol testing is used in several key areas:

  1. Law Enforcement: To enforce drinking and driving laws and ensure public safety.
  2. Workplace Safety: In industries where operating heavy machinery or driving is involved, employers use alcohol testing to ensure a safe work environment.
  3. Health Monitoring: Medical professionals may require alcohol testing for patients undergoing treatment for alcohol use disorder or monitoring those with specific health conditions.

Advantages of Alcohol Testing

Alcohol testing offers several benefits:

  • Prevention of Accidents: It helps in reducing the risk of accidents associated with alcohol consumption, especially in driving and workplace scenarios.
  • Health and Safety Compliance: It ensures compliance with health and safety regulations, particularly in work environments.
  • Support for Recovery Programs: Regular testing can support individuals in recovery programs by holding them accountable and encouraging sobriety.

Limitations of Alcohol Testing

Despite its benefits, alcohol testing has limitations:

  • Variability in Accuracy: Some methods, like breathalyzers, can sometimes give false positives due to factors like diet, medical conditions, or even certain medications.
  • Invasiveness: Some methods, particularly blood tests, are invasive and require professional handling.
  • Privacy Concerns: The necessity to disclose personal consumption habits can raise privacy issues, especially in employment contexts.

In conclusion, alcohol testing plays a critical role in law enforcement, workplace safety, and health care. While it offers numerous benefits in promoting safety and health standards, awareness of its limitations and appropriate use is essential for achieving accurate and reliable results.

ScheduleButton CityPagesV2 300x88

When you need a test, choose the best!

Alcohol Testing Hudson, MA Services

(800)221-4291

For more information regarding the effects of drug abuse - Click Here

For more information on a drug free work place - Click Here

Local Area Info: Hudson, Massachusetts

Hudson is a town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States, with a total population of 19,063 as of the 2010 census. Before its incorporation as a town in 1866, Hudson was a neighborhood and unincorporated village of Marlborough, Massachusetts, and was known as Feltonville. From around 1850 until the last shoe factory burned down in 1968, Hudson was known as a "shoe town." At one point, the town had 17 shoe factories, many of them powered by the Assabet River, which runs through town. Because of the many factories in Hudson, immigrants were attracted to the town. Today most people are of either Portuguese or Irish descent, with a smaller percentage of people being of French, Italian, English, or Scots-Irish descent. While some manufacturing remains in Hudson, the town is now primarily residential. Hudson is served by the Hudson Public Schools district.

In 1650, the area that would become Hudson was part of the Indian Plantation for the Praying Indians. The Praying Indians were evicted from their plantation during King Philip's War and most did not return after the war. The first European settlement of the Hudson area occurred in 1699 when settler John Barnes, who had been granted an acre of the Ockookangansett Indian plantation the year before, built a gristmill on the Assabet River on land that would one day be part of Hudson. By 1701, Barnes had also built a sawmill and bridge across the Assabet.

The settlement was part of the town (now city) of Marlborough Over time, it came to be known as Feltonville. As early as June 1743, area residents petitioned to break away from Marlborough and become a separate town, claiming the journey to attend Marlborough's town meeting was "vastly fatiguing." Their petition was denied by the Massachusetts General Court. Men from the area fought with the Minutemen on April 19, 1775, as they harassed British troops along the route to Boston.

Show Regional Data

Population (total): Population in 2010: 14,907.

Population (male): 7,417

Population (female): 7,490

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Hudson: 135.5 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 7.5%

Poverty (breakdown): (6.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 45.9% for Black residents, 18.6% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 15.4% for other race residents, 9.7% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Massachusetts and other state lists, there were 2 registered sex offenders living in Hudson, Massachusetts as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Hudson is 7,798 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is

Ancestries: Ancestries: Portuguese (19.7%), Irish (10.8%), Brazilian (9.3%), American (7.6%), Italian (7.1%), French Canadian (4.0%).

Elevation: 263 feet

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 01749

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $89,225 (it was $55,063 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $40,364 (it was $25,167 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $364,722 (it was $174,200 in 2000) Hudson:$364,722MA:$385,400

(800) 221-4291