Hudson, Iowa
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −18.9% |
| 2008 | −6.7% |
| 2012 | −13.0% |
| 2016 | −27.3% |
| 2020 | −24.6% |
| 2024 | −26.5% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 36.1%Harris599 | 62.6%Trump1,038 | 1.3% | R+26.5 | R+1.9 | R+25.0 | 1,659 | |
| R | 36.7%Biden590 | 61.3%Trump985 | 1.9% | R+24.6 | D+2.8 | R+29.0 | 1,606 | |
| R | 32.6%Clinton468 | 59.9%Trump861 | 7.5% | R+27.3 | R+14.3 | R+29.4 | 1,437 | |
| R | 42.7%Obama607 | 55.7%Romney792 | 1.6% | R+13.0 | R+6.3 | R+16.9 | 1,422 | |
| R | 45.7%Obama632 | 52.4%McCain725 | 1.9% | R+6.7 | D+12.2 | R+14.0 | 1,383 | |
| R | 40.5%Kerry568 | 59.3%Bush833 | 0.2% | R+18.9 | — | R+16.4 | 1,404 |
Hudson sits in the Corn Belt. In 2024 it voted Republican.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 27.3 points in 2016. Between 2020 and 2024 the city moved 1.9 points toward the Republican candidate; the 2024 margin was 26.5 points.
A population of 2,699, a 90% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $120,481 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Hudson, Iowa vote in 2024?
In 2024, Hudson, Iowa voted Republican by 26.5 points (R+26.5), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 1,659 votes cast, 599 went Democratic and 1,038 went Republican.
How many people live in Hudson, Iowa?
Hudson, Iowa has a population of 2,699 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Hudson, Iowa?
Median household income in Hudson, Iowa is $120,481 — above the national median of $80,734. The Iowa state median is $75,059.
What is the political history of Hudson, Iowa?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Hudson, Iowa from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.