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Rochester, TX

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Rochester is a small town in Texas with a population of 260. Residents earn $45,000 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
260 Population 765/sq mi density
$45,000 Median Income $17,228 per capita
$14,300 Home Value $79,015 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 26.3% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$45,000 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$14,300 home value, $725/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,000
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $14,300
95% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.7%
10% higher than US avg

How Rochester Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population260
Median Age27.7 yrs
Density765/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,000
Per Capita$17,228
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$427M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$14,300
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$79,015
Housing Units134
Rent Burden26.3%

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured22.2%
Smoking18.5%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain27.0 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,596 ft (486 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+71.7%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute19 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries1

Is Rochester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rochester receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, 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 $45,000, 40% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rochester is $14,300, 95% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Rochester enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Rochester has a population of 260 with a density of 765 people per square mile. The median age is 27.7 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70%), with 10.4% Black.

Population

260
Total Population
765
People / sq mi
27.7yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Rochester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.5%
11% below US avg
Spanish30.5%
128% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rochester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rochester is $45,000, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Rochester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,000
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,228
Avg Weekly Wage$810
IRS Avg AGI$57,982

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.7%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)197
County GDP$427M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare5
Retail25
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,780
8% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate26.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit4.5%
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Rochester is $14,300, 95% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $79,015.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$14,300
95% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$79,015

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.8%
Housing Units134
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,780
8% above US avg
Effective Rate26.43%
In Rochester, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.5% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 34.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rochester vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes14.7%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.2%
Cancer6.1%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.5%
32% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity34.3%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep41.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.2%
Uninsured22.2%
158% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,082
Dentists1:2,702
Mental Health1:769
Checkup Rate72.4%
Dental Visits44.7%
Premature Death10,595/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access69.1%
Healthcare Facilities5
Rochester has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.0 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.0 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,596 ft (486 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density765/sq mi
Coordinates33.3142°N, 99.8565°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48207
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.5-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.4%
D 13.9%

Winner: Republican by 71.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+71.7%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density765/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants16
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit4.5%
Work from Home1.8%

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