Rochester, New York

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
210,992
Population
$44,156
Median Income
$111,400
Home Value
32.9
Median Age

Demographics

Rochester has a population of 210,992 with a median age of 32.9. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
43.2%
Black
37.9%
Hispanic
19.7%
Asian
3.5%
Demographic Value
Total Population210,992
Median Age32.9
White43.2%
Black or African American37.9%
Asian3.5%
Hispanic or Latino19.7%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Rochester is $44,156, which is 41.2% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $28,611. The poverty rate is 27.9%.

$44,156
Median Household Income
$28,611
Per Capita Income
27.9%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Rochester is 8.5%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Rochester, 83.4% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 29.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12.7% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
83.4%
Bachelor's+
29.4%
Graduate+
12.7%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher83.4%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher29.4%
Graduate or Professional Degree12.7%

Housing

The median home value in Rochester is $111,400, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $995. The homeownership rate is 37.3%.

$111,400
Median Home Value
$995/mo
Median Rent
37.3%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$111,400
Median Monthly Rent$995
Homeownership Rate37.3%
Vacancy Rate10.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Rochester, New York?
The population of Rochester, New York is 210,992 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rochester, New York?
The median household income in Rochester, New York is $44,156. This is 41.2% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Rochester, New York?
The median home value in Rochester, New York is $111,400. The median monthly rent is $995.
What percentage of people in Rochester have a college degree?
In Rochester, New York, 29.4% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 83.4% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Rochester, New York an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Rochester, New York is 2.5x (median home value $111,400 vs. median income $44,156), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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