Question 1

Is 49247 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 49247 in Hudson has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Hudson city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 49247 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 49247?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 49247 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 49247. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 49247 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Hudson. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 49247?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 49247 is approximately $199K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 49247 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 49247 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 49247 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 49247 has an overall NeighborScore of 69/100, placing it in the moderate range for Hudson. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 69/100, 49247 scores similarly to the middle tier of Hudson neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Hudson — ZIP 49247

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Hudson Middle School	05–06	—	—	—
Hudson Area JRSR High School	07–12	—	—	—
Lincoln Elementary School	PK–04	—	—	—