No longer considered a bedroom community to Nashua, Hudson, on the east bank of the Merrimack River has developed into a thriving industrial and commercial center in its own right. Its enviable proximity to critical highways is scheduled to become even more advantageous as direct access to Route 3 is achieved with a newly built roadway and exit ramp. Hudson folks are friendly and forthcoming. They volunteer to contribute to the vitality of the community in many areas, especially contributing to programs benefiting the town's children.

A town of just over 20,000 residents and 30 square miles, Hudson offers quiet open spaces and an abundance of recreational opportunities. Two golf courses, the Robinson Pond recreation area and a number of town facilities are available for members of the community.

Hudson offers a wide variety of housing in both suburban and rural environments.

Alvirne High School serves both Hudson and Litchfield and is highly regarded academically. In addition to high school curriculum, the high school boasts a regional vocational center and important agricultural and horticultural programs that provide a unique opportunity to continue the area's farming heritage.

Demographics, 2000 Census: From 1990 to 2000, Hudson's population grew by 17.4 percent to 22,928, adding 3,398 residents. It is the 10th largest community in New Hampshire, and had the 7th largest numeric population increase among the cities and towns. The median age is 35.4, with 28.2 percent of the population under the age of 18 and 7.9 percent age 65 and older. The total number of households is 8,034, with an average size of 2.8 persons. Of those, 6,261 are family households, with an average size of 3.2 persons. As of April 1, 2000, there were 8,165 total housing units.

Population density, 2002: 811.5 persons per square mile of land area. Hudson contains 28.5 square miles of land area and 0.8 square miles of inland water area.

Origin: Once a part of Nottingham, Massachusetts, the town was
separated in 1741, and named Nottingham West. Owing to confusion with the town of Nottingham in the north, voters petitioned to have the town renamed in 1830. The name Hudson was chosen because of its position near the Merrimack River, once supposed to flow east from the Hudson River, creating the boundary line between Massachusetts and New Hampshire.

Year Incorporated:  1746

County: Hillsborough

Postal Zip: 03051

Location: 42.76380N, 071.43211W

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Land area: 29.2 Square miles

Government: Town Meeting; five person Board of Selectmen,     Appointed Town Administrator

Elevation:  121 feet

Nearest Airport:  Nashua

Nearest Commercial Airport: Manchester Airport (16 miles)

2002 housing: Average price of a single family home: $245,484

Post Office:   77 Derry Road   883-5621

Post Office:   35 Executive Drive 881-4070