Rochester, New Hampshire

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
32,573
Population
$74,882
Median Income
$238,400
Home Value
43.3
Median Age

Demographics

Rochester has a population of 32,573 with a median age of 43.3. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
92.6%
Other
3.2%
Hispanic
2.0%
Asian
1.5%
Black
0.7%
Demographic Value
Total Population32,573
Median Age43.3
White92.6%
Black or African American0.7%
Asian1.5%
Hispanic or Latino2.0%
Other / Two or More Races3.2%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Rochester is $74,882, which is 0.4% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $39,139. The poverty rate is 9.8%.

$74,882
Median Household Income
$39,139
Per Capita Income
9.8%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Rochester is 3.8%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Rochester, 92.6% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 26.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7.3% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
92.6%
Bachelor's+
26.4%
Graduate+
7.3%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher92.6%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher26.4%
Graduate or Professional Degree7.3%

Housing

The median home value in Rochester is $238,400, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $1,162. The homeownership rate is 66.0%.

$238,400
Median Home Value
$1,162/mo
Median Rent
66.0%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$238,400
Median Monthly Rent$1,162
Homeownership Rate66.0%
Vacancy Rate5.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Rochester, New Hampshire?
The population of Rochester, New Hampshire is 32,573 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rochester, New Hampshire?
The median household income in Rochester, New Hampshire is $74,882. This is 0.4% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Rochester, New Hampshire?
The median home value in Rochester, New Hampshire is $238,400. The median monthly rent is $1,162.
What percentage of people in Rochester have a college degree?
In Rochester, New Hampshire, 26.4% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 92.6% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Rochester, New Hampshire an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Rochester, New Hampshire is 3.2x (median home value $238,400 vs. median income $74,882), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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