Foxborough, MA vs Hudson, MA

Hudson is moderately more affordable than Foxborough, with a 9% lower cost of living index. Foxborough scores 130 compared to 119 for Hudson, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Foxborough can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Foxborough is $1,591/month compared to $1,417/month in Hudson — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hudson is more affordable at $457,400 median vs $523,200.

Median household income in Foxborough is $83,162 compared to $96,149 in Hudson (-13.5%). Hudson offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Foxborough spend roughly 23% of their income on rent, more than the 17.7% in Hudson.

Climate-wise, Foxborough is notably warmer with an average of 52°F compared to 48.9°F in Hudson. Foxborough receives more rainfall at 43.9" per year compared to 43.4" in Hudson.