Hudson
Neighborhoods and Suburbs
Hudson
New England influences are evident in charming, historic Hudson, named after David Hudson who settled there in 1799 from Connecticut. The Underground Railroad passed through Hudson, and the town was the childhood home of John Brown. Today, residents who enjoy a small-town atmosphere with concerts on the public green, a weekly farmers market May through September, and an annual Holiday Lighting with a live nativity scene and chestnuts roasting on the street corners.
Hudson is regionally known as a shopping and dining hub with more than 100 shops and restaurants. Destination Hudson provides detailed information for both residents and visitors alike.
The city’s parks and recreation deparment offers playgrounds, tennis and pickleball courts, a golf course, skate park, and more. And Hudson offers a robust events calendar.
The Hudson Library & Historical Society is a community resource offering educational and cultural events including musical performances, author visits, historical programs, various walking tours led by the Historical Society archivist, art history lectures, films, book clubs, and cooking with local chefs.
Hudson City Schools are consistently ranked in the top ten in the region, and its high school was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top schools in Ohio. Hudson is also home to Western Reserve Academy, a private, co-ed boarding high school that has a picturesque campus and attracts students from around the world.
Quick Stats:
City Website:
Population Size:
23001
Median Home Sale Price:
Real Estate Taxes per $100K:
% Owner Occupied:
430000
1950
88
% Minority
Public School District:
9.9
Distance to Downtown Cleveland:
36 min (29.3 mi) via I-77
Distance to Downtown Akron:
22 min (15.5 mi) via OH-8