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Rochester, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Rochester is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 2,971. Elevation: 387 ft (118 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,971 Population 2/sq mi density
387 ft Elevation 118 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
21.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$19,705 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$19,705 median income, 3.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $620/mo rent

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About Rochester

Rochester

Rochester is a town in the Shire of Campaspe, Victoria, Australia. It is located 180 km (110 mi) north of Melbourne with a mixture of rural and semi-rural communities on the northern Campaspe River, between Bendigo and the Murray River port of Echuca. At the 2021 census, Rochester had a population of 3,154.

People

Population2,971
Median Age53.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$19,705
Per Capita$19,705
Unemployment3.6%

Housing

B
Home Value$124,000
Rent$620
Ownership80.0%
Housing Units1,188

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation387 ft (118 m)
Population2,971
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation387 ft (118 m)
Coordinates-36.3635°, 144.7008°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation21.5 inches (547 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,705
Median Age53.0 years

About Rochester

Rochester is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 2,971. The city sits at an elevation of 387 feet (118 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Rochester has a population of 2,971 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,977.3 square miles. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,971
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% above Australia avg
1,977.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Rochester vs Australia Average

The median household income in Rochester is $19,705, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,705 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $379, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 282 business establishments.

Income: Rochester vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$19,705
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,705
Avg Weekly Wage$379

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)282

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Rochester is $124,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below the national average of $1,163). 80.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,188 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$620
47% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.0%
Owner-Occupied80.0%
Renter-Occupied20.0%
Housing Units1,188

Property Tax

Climate in Rochester

Rochester has an average annual temperature of 15.9°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.6°C), the coldest is Jul (8.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 394 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.6°C / 74°F 15.4° / 31.9° 29.6
Feb 23.2°C / 74°F 15.4° / 31° 23.8
Mar 20°C / 68°F 12.4° / 27.5° 18.3
Apr 16°C / 61°F 9° / 22.9° 27.9
May 12.2°C / 54°F 6.2° / 18.1° 34.1
Jun 9.5°C / 49°F 4.4° / 14.6° 40.6
Jul 8.6°C / 47°F 3.4° / 13.9° 40.4
Aug 9.6°C / 49°F 3.8° / 15.4° 37.6
Sep 12.2°C / 54°F 5.8° / 18.7° 36.7
Oct 15.6°C / 60°F 8° / 23.1° 34.6
Nov 19°C / 66°F 11.2° / 26.8° 36.9
Dec 21.3°C / 70°F 13.2° / 29.4° 33.9
Rochester enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 307 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 21.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 387 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above Australia avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation387 ft (118 m)
Area1,977.3 sq mi (5,121.1 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-36.3635°N, 144.7008°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.5"
43% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.05"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.8 on May 28, 2023.

Oct 27, 2001 12 km ENE of Swan Hill, Australia M4.2 149 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 132 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 77 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 56 km
Jan 22, 2002 5 km WNW of Rochester, Australia M3.3 6 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km WNW of Wangaratta, Australia M3.3 130 km
Jun 22, 2013 24 km SE of Benalla, Australia M3.2 135 km
Jun 8, 1991 9 km SW of Marong, Australia M3.1 75 km
Nov 22, 1991 5 km SSW of Benalla, Australia M3.1 116 km
May 26, 2010 8 km E of Rochester, Australia M3.0 9 km
Apr 19, 2002 45 km N of Charlton, Australia M2.9 140 km
Feb 2, 2003 9 km N of Trentham, Australia M2.8 110 km
May 9, 2003 27 km SE of Euroa, Australia M2.6 116 km
Aug 9, 2002 10 km ESE of Kyabram, Australia M2.5 41 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.6 in Warmest
February 72°F (22°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 68°F (20°C) 1.2 in
April 60°F (16°C) 1.5 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.9 in
June 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
July 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in Coldest
August 49°F (10°C) 2.1 in Wettest
September 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in
November 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in
December 69°F (20°C) 1.3 in

Rochester has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 48°F in July to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 20.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.1") and February the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Rochester

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rochester Primary School - - - -
Rochester Secondary College - - - -
St Joseph's School - - - -
Nanneella Estate Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Rochester

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Rochester

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Campaspe Run Rural Discovery Centre
Holden Museum
Port of Echuca
Port of Echuca Discovery Centre

Libraries in Rochester

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Campaspe Regional Library0.0

Hotels in Rochester

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rochester Wine Tavern B&B

Restaurants in Rochester

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rochy Pizza

Cafes in Rochester

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kits Cafe

Train Stations in Rochester

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rochester

Gas Stations in Rochester

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
Caltex
Corop Store
Murray Goulburn Co-operative
United

Banks in Rochester

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Bendigo Bank
Commonwealth Bank
NAB

Golf Courses in Rochester

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rochester Golf Club
Rochester Golf Course

Airports Near Rochester

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Echuca AirportECHMedium Airport
Shepparton AirportSHTMedium Airport
Avonmore Airport-Small Airport
Bamawm Airport-Small Airport
Bendigo AirportBXGSmall Airport
Bridgewater Airport-Small Airport
Cohuna Airport-Small Airport
Derby Field-Small Airport
Elmore Airport-Small Airport
Gunbower Airport-Small Airport
Kotta Airport-Small Airport
Kyabram Airport-Small Airport
Locksley Field-Small Airport
Mangalore Airport-Small Airport
Moama Airstrip-Small Airport
Nagambie Airport-Small Airport
Prairie Airport-Small Airport
Puckapunyal (Military) Airport-Small Airport
Pyramid Hill Airport-Small Airport
Raywood Airfield-Small Airport
Skydive Nagambie Airport-Small Airport
Torrumbarry Airport-Small Airport
Wahring Field-Small Airport
Woodvale Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Rochester

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Rochester

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rochester

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Assembly of God
Rochester Presbyterian Church
St Joseph's Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Melbourne

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rochester

What is the population of Rochester?

Rochester has a population of 2,971 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,977.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Rochester expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,705, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Rochester?

Rochester enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches.

How is the job market in Rochester?

Rochester has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $379. There are 282 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Rochester?

The median home value in Rochester is $124,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $620. The homeownership rate is 80.0%.

Nearby Cities

Echuca 15,056 pop · 15.7 mi Tongala 1,881 pop · 16.1 mi Moama 6,164 pop · 18.2 mi Kyabram 7,099 pop · 19.8 mi Rushworth 1,315 pop · 23.4 mi Huntly 2,321 pop · 29.1 mi Tatura 4,474 pop · 29.9 mi Ascot 1,926 pop · 30.9 mi Epsom 4,277 pop · 32.4 mi White Hills 3,157 pop · 33.5 mi Jackass Flat 1,139 pop · 33.5 mi East Bendigo 2,023 pop · 33.6 mi Junortoun 3,099 pop · 33.8 mi North Bendigo 4,085 pop · 34.9 mi
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