Median Income
$119,054
58% higher than US avg
Home Value
$377,400
34% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
60.5%
80% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,606
38% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
27.6%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.5%
72% lower than US avg
How Rochester Hills Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population76,086
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density2,320/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Economy
A+
Median Income$119,054
Per Capita$55,773
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$143,144M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$377,400
Rent$1,606
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$453,517
Health
Obesity27.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease4.3%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Elevation817 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+60.5%
High School+96.4%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute24 min
EV Stations11
Libraries40
Is Rochester Hills a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rochester Hills receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Rochester Hills stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rochester Hills is $119,054, which is significantly higher than the national average — 58% above $75,149. This places Rochester Hills among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rochester Hills is $377,400, 34% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,606 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Rochester Hills is a highly educated community — 60.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Rochester Hills experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches, including 36.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Rochester Hills has a population of 76,086 with a density of 2,320 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 3.4% Black.
Population
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Rochester Hills vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 76.9% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Spanish | 23.1% |
| 72% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Rochester Hills vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Rochester Hills is $119,054, which is 58% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income: Rochester Hills vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $119,054 |
| 58% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $55,773 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,498 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $117,718 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 43,047 |
| County GDP | $143,144M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 3,099 |
| Healthcare | 5,524 |
| Retail | 4,518 |
| Manufacturing | 1,635 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,369 |
| 139% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.22% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.4 min |
| Work from Home | 20.4% |
The median home value in Rochester Hills is $377,400, 34% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,606 (38% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $453,517.
Home Values
| Census Median | $377,400 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $453,517 |
| Median List Price | $439,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $439,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $187 |
| Homes Sold | 30 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.4% |
| Price Drops | 17.2% |
| Inventory | 99 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,606 |
| 38% above US avg |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,679 |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,369 |
| 139% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.22% |
In Rochester Hills, 27.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 16.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rochester Hills vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 27.6% |
| 14% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.7% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 4.3% |
| Stroke | 2.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.3% |
| Depression | 20.8% |
| Mental Distress | 14.6% |
| Physical Distress | 9.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,101/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 96.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,524 |
Crime Rates: Rochester Hills vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 76 |
Safety Score
Rochester Hills has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.1°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 33.9 inches |
| 11% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 36.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 817 ft (249 m) |
| Area | 32.8 sq mi (85.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,320/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.6635°N, 83.1592°W |
| County FIPS | 26125 |