nyc_declan living Jan 28, 2025

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 think it's a great place if you know where to look. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

Pros:
- Great weather
- Friendly people
- Good schools
- Plenty of shopping options
- Active local events

Cons:
- Hot summers
- Rising rent prices
- Lack of diversity
- Few job opportunities in some fields
- Chain restaurants dominate
Thanks in advance! Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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