Median Income
$104,429
39% higher than US avg
Home Value
$340,900
21% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$920
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Rochester Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,780
Median Age51.1 yrs
Density217/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
A+
Median Income$104,429
Per Capita$56,815
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,423M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$340,900
Rent$920
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$400,218
Health
Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Education
B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+98.2%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute26 min
Libraries11
Is Rochester a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rochester receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Rochester stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rochester is $104,429, which is significantly higher than the national average — 39% above $75,149. This places Rochester among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rochester is $340,900, 21% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $920 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Rochester experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Rochester has a population of 3,780 with a density of 217 people per square mile. The median age is 51.1 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).
Population
51.1yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Rochester vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.6% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Rochester vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Rochester is $104,429, which is 39% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income: Rochester vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $104,429 |
| 39% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $56,815 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $980 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $89,712 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,401 |
| County GDP | $6,423M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 337 |
| Healthcare | 234 |
| Retail | 366 |
| Manufacturing | 188 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,487 |
| 142% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.49% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.5 min |
| Work from Home | 8.6% |
The median home value in Rochester is $340,900, 21% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $920 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $400,218.
Home Values
| Census Median | $340,900 |
| 21% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $400,218 |
| Median List Price | $424,450 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $424,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $176 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $920 |
| 21% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,487 |
| 142% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.49% |
In Rochester, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rochester vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.3% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.1% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 4.7% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.1% |
| Depression | 24.0% |
| Mental Distress | 15.8% |
| Physical Distress | 10.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,248/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 234 |
Crime Rates: Rochester vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
Safety Score
Rochester has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 46.7°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.4 inches |
| 4% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Area | 17.4 sq mi (45.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 217/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.7329°N, 88.2503°W |
| County FIPS | 55127 |