Median Income
$60,304
20% lower than US avg
Home Value
$135,900
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$883
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.7%
2% higher than US avg
How Rochester Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population6,244
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density1,366/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Economy
B
Median Income$60,304
Per Capita$34,208
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty12.7%
County GDP$905M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$135,900
Rent$883
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$204,346
Health
Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Elevation781 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+91.0%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute20 min
EV Stations3
Libraries5
Is Rochester a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rochester receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Rochester offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rochester is $60,304, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rochester is $135,900, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $883 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Rochester experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches, including 30.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Rochester has a population of 6,244 with a density of 1,366 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.6%), with 5% Hispanic.
Population
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Rochester vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.4% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.6% |
| 81% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Rochester vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Rochester is $60,304, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income: Rochester vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,304 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,208 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $933 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,511 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.7% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 476 |
| County GDP | $905M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 47 |
| Healthcare | 45 |
| Retail | 94 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,817 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.07% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.8 min |
| Work from Home | 2.2% |
The median home value in Rochester is $135,900, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $883 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,346.
Home Values
| Census Median | $135,900 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $204,346 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $883 |
| 24% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,817 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.07% |
In Rochester, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rochester vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.0% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.3% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 8.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.5% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Premature Death | 11,508/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 39.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 45 |
Crime Rates: Rochester vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Rochester has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.8 inches |
| 7% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 30.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 781 ft (238 m) |
| Area | 4.6 sq mi (11.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,366/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0604°N, 86.1983°W |
| County FIPS | 18049 |