Hudson, North Carolina
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −44.6% |
| 2008 | −37.9% |
| 2012 | −45.4% |
| 2016 | −57.4% |
| 2020 | −61.1% |
| 2024 | −61.5% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 18.9%Harris388 | 80.4%Trump1,652 | 0.7% | R+61.5 | R+0.4 | R+60.0 | 2,055 | |
| R | 18.8%Biden384 | 80.0%Trump1,630 | 1.2% | R+61.1 | R+3.7 | R+65.6 | 2,038 | |
| R | 19.4%Clinton342 | 76.8%Trump1,355 | 3.9% | R+57.4 | R+12.0 | R+59.5 | 1,765 | |
| R | 26.5%Obama427 | 71.8%Romney1,159 | 1.7% | R+45.4 | R+7.5 | R+49.2 | 1,614 | |
| R | 30.1%Obama471 | 68.0%McCain1,064 | 1.9% | R+37.9 | D+6.7 | R+45.2 | 1,565 | |
| R | 27.5%Kerry382 | 72.1%Bush1,001 | 0.4% | R+44.6 | — | R+42.1 | 1,388 |
Hudson sits in the foothills of the Blue Ridge, where a working-class industrial base has historically shaped a Democratic-leaning local electorate even as Caldwell County trends heavily Republican in statewide races.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 61.5 points in 2024. The 2024 margin was 61.5 points.
A population of 3,772, a 92% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $65,268 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Hudson, North Carolina vote in 2024?
In 2024, Hudson, North Carolina voted Republican by 61.5 points (R+61.5), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 2,055 votes cast, 388 went Democratic and 1,652 went Republican.
How many people live in Hudson, North Carolina?
Hudson, North Carolina has a population of 3,772 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Hudson, North Carolina?
Median household income in Hudson, North Carolina is $65,268 — below the national median of $80,734. The North Carolina state median is $72,388.
What is the political history of Hudson, North Carolina?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Hudson, North Carolina from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.