Rochester

Rochester, New Hampshire Overview

Rochester faces challenges across several categories, earning a B+ grade (59.1/100) and ranking #15 of 20 cities in New Hampshire. Even so, the city scores 91/100 in Safety — a relative bright spot compared to its Transportation score of 43/100.

Income & Employment in Rochester

Rochester’s median income of $79,388 is 19% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.2% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 2.3%.

Safety in Rochester

Rochester’s violent crime rate of 113.6 per 100,000 is well below both the New Hampshire rate of 110 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 1213.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Rochester

Rochester has a cost of living index of 105.1 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $262,600. Median monthly rent is $1,220. Renters spend 18.4% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Rochester

The adult obesity rate in Rochester is 35.1%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.2%. Residents report an average of 17.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Hampshire ranks #1 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Rochester

Rochester has a high school graduation rate of 76%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.3:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $18,146 per student, well above the national median. The city has 8 public schools serving 3,298 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Rochester

The annual average temperature in Rochester is 49.5°F. Summers average 67.1°F. Winters average 32.3°F. Precipitation is abundant at 58.7 inches per year.

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