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East Rochester, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

East Rochester is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 583. Residents earn $42,569 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
583 Population 1,576/sq mi density
$42,569 Median Income $27,663 per capita
$112,100 Home Value
$818 Median Rent 35.7% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
179 Violent Crime/100K 6,631 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$42,569 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,100 home value, $818/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
179 violent crimes/100K (53% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,569
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,100
60% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 179/100K
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $818
30% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

How East Rochester Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population583
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density1,576/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,569
Per Capita$27,663
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$8,033M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,100
Rent$818
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units296
Rent Burden35.7%

Crime

F
Violent179/100K
Property6,631/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault179/100K
Burglary1,254/100K

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation816 ft (249 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+1.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute28 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries11

Is East Rochester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Rochester receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. East Rochester has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Rochester is $42,569, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Rochester is $112,100, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $818 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in East Rochester is below the national average at 179 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,631 per 100,000, 238% above the national average.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

East Rochester experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

East Rochester has a population of 583 with a density of 1,576 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.9%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 16.5% Black.

Population

583
Total Population
1,576
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

East Rochester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Rochester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Rochester is $42,569, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: East Rochester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,569
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,663
Avg Weekly Wage$1,131
IRS Avg AGI$69,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,586
County GDP$8,033M

Business (County)

Restaurants311
Healthcare472
Retail475
Manufacturing159

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone74.8%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home18.2%

Walkability

The median home value in East Rochester is $112,100, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $818 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,100
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$818
30% below US avg
Rent Burden35.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied41.3%
Housing Units296
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Effective Rate4.98%
East Rochester has a violent crime rate of 179 per 100,000 residents, 53% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,631 per 100,000 (238% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: East Rochester vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent179.2/100K
53% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault179.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property6,630.8/100K
238% above US avg
Burglary1,254.5/100K
Theft5,376.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
East Rochester has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation816 ft (249 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,576/sq mi
Coordinates40.6982°N, 80.2690°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 39.2%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,576/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities472
Restaurants311
Retail Stores475

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone74.8%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home18.2%

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