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Rochester, IN
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Rochester, IN
At a Glance
How Rochester Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rochester's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rochester a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rochester residents earn a median household income of $60,304 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,208. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8% (33% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 476 business establishments, including 47 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rochester is $135,900 , 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $204,346. Median rent is $883/month, with 23.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1961.
Safety & Crime
Rochester reports 140 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 63% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,132/100K.
Education
18.4% of adults in Rochester hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 91.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rochester has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.