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10 discussions from residents and visitors

nyc_declan

Worst things about Rochester nobody talks about

I'm a teacher here and Household incomes average around $104,920 in Rochester. The median home value here is around $450,800, which is pretty steep. You can expect to pay around $1,201 for rent here. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What are your go-to spots? Night life is decent if ...

5 replies 2 upvotes best-worst
William Gray

Anyone regret moving to Rochester?

Hi all, Poverty rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

0 replies 6 upvotes moving
Elena Gonzalez

Living in Rochester -the reality

Hello, My family moved here when I was a kid. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. With a population of 12,939, Rochester is a small town. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What are your go-to spots?

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Evelyn W.

Is Rochester getting better or worse?

Curious what people think. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What are your go-to spots? The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast -some good, ...

3 replies 0 upvotes living
Xavier Flores

Co-working spaces in Rochester?

Hello, We're a young couple and Poverty rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $104,920 in Rochester. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Would love some local perspective.

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Nolan Green

Rochester in the winter -how bad?

First post here. Household incomes average around $104,920 in Rochester. The unemployment rate is 1.7%, which is pretty low. With a population of 12,939, Rochester is a small town. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely risin...

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nyc_declan

Living in Rochester -the reality

So, I've been here for 6 years and You can expect to pay around $1,201 for rent here. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Should I be concerned? Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The food scene here is surprising...

2 replies 5 upvotes living
Landon Cook

Moving to Rochester for work -advice?

Alright, We're a young couple and Crime rate is something to consider -Rochester sits at 44.7 per 100K. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Is this normal for Rochester?

1 replies 4 upvotes moving
Landon Cook

Housing in Rochester compared to Kansas City

Household incomes average around $104,920 in Rochester. Worth the trade-offs? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

4 replies 12 upvotes housing
nyc_declan

The good and bad of living in Rochester

Hi all, I've been here for 18 years and You can expect to pay around $1,201 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 1.7%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $104,920 in Rochester. Poverty rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $450,800 on average. Honestly, I...

11 replies 7 upvotes living
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