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Hudson, FL
Hudson · FL 34667
Updated October 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$234K
Median Price
58/100
Walk Score
7.7/10
Schools
62 min
to Tampa
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
77/100
B+Quietness
80/100
FCommute
35/100
C-Walkability
58/100
WYLT Score61/100
Our Take
Hudson offers a low‑cost entry point into the Tampa Bay area with decent schools and a quiet, family‑friendly environment. However, its lack of walkability, heavy flood risk, and long commute to Tampa mean it’s best suited for those who don’t mind driving and can budget for flood insurance.
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The Good
- ✓Affordable housing compared to nearby Tampa and Port Charlotte
- ✓High proportion of senior residents and related community services
- ✓Good access to Gulf Coast beaches
- ✓Substantial local parks and recreation facilities
Real Talk
- !Flood zone AE means high flood risk and mandatory flood insurance
- !Walk score of 0 – almost everything requires a car
- !Long 62‑minute commute to downtown Tampa
- !Public transit options are virtually nonexistent
- !Crime rates are moderate, so stay alert in certain neighborhoods
- $Mandatory flood insurance (often $200–$500/year depending on elevation)
- $Higher utility costs during hot Florida summers
- $Potential need for additional drainage or elevation upgrades on properties
- $Limited local amenities may push residents to shop or eat outside the neighborhood
Best For
Retirees looking for low‑cost coastal livingFamilies seeking affordable homes with decent schoolsSecond‑home buyers wanting beach accessRemote workers who prefer a quiet environment
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskHigh
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Hudson, FL
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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