About Hudson
Hudson is located along the St. Croix River in western Wisconsin, directly across the river from Minnesota. The city is the county seat of St. Croix County and is part of the broader Twin Cities regional economy.
Hudson combines a historic downtown, riverfront recreation, established residential neighborhoods, newer subdivisions, healthcare, schools, retail and regional employers. Interstate 94 provides direct access toward St. Paul and Minneapolis to the west and Eau Claire to the east.
What Hudson is known for
- St. Croix River views and waterfront recreation
- Historic downtown restaurants, shops and events
- Convenient access to St. Paul and Minneapolis
- Established neighborhoods and newer residential growth
- Boating, fishing, parks and regional trails
- County government, healthcare and local employers
Living in Hudson
Hudson offers apartments, condos, townhomes, historic houses, established single-family neighborhoods and newer residential developments. Housing costs can vary based on property type, condition, neighborhood, lot size and proximity to downtown, the river or Interstate 94.
A complete household budget should include housing, property taxes, utilities, insurance, transportation, commuting, toll-free interstate travel, lawn care and winter maintenance.