Median Age
35 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
14%
Rochester, NY
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,351
Population
200,496
Renter Mix
68% Rent
Rochester blends history and innovation along the shores of Lake Ontario
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Situated in western New York on the cusp of Lake Ontario, Rochester holds the title of the state’s third most populous city. Touting a distinct blend of history and innovation, Rochester is filled with historic buildings turned modern lofts and apartments. The University of Rochester as well as Rochester Institute of Technology both contain leading research programs, lending to the city’s educated workforce and prospering future. Prominent figures like Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass once called Rochester home.
Even though it’s a fairly large city, Rochester still holds a small-town vibe. Rochester offers several community events that are widely attended, including the Lilac Festival and the Rochester International Jazz Festival.
The Strong Museum, Memorial Art Gallery, and the George Eastman Museum all feature special exhibits that inspire curiosity. Scenic views await at Highland Park, and residents adore their day trips to the Seneca Park Zoo and Seabreeze Amusement Park. The Mall at Greece Ridge and Village Gate Square house numerous retailers and an endless supply of shopping opportunities. Convenient access to Interstate 490 and public transit service lead to shorter commutes in Rochester. The Greater Rochester International Airport is adjacent to Genesee Valley Park.
Explore the City
The shaded Genesee Riverway Trail
The Corn Hill Historic District in Rochester
Demographics
Median Household Income
$43,051
Average: $60,302
Education
47,982
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
91,866
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Rochester has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
68%
Non-Renters
32%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
20%
Other Education
80%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Rochester, NY is $1,000 for a studio, $1,347 for one bedroom, $1,608 for two bedrooms, and $2,124 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Rochester has increased by 2.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,347/month
722 Sq Ft
House
$2,403/month
1,402 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,725/month
1,131 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,848/month
1,036 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Rochester, NY is 2.1% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Rochester is 3.1% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,010 - $2,123. You can expect to pay 2.1% less for groceries, 11.0% less for utilities, and 9.0% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Rochester, NY is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
301 Students
Public
Grades K-5
170 Students
Public
Grades K-5
166 Students
Public
Grades K-5
154 Students
Public
Grades K-5
403 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
759 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
838 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
809 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
673 Students
East Irondequoit Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
636 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,164 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,160 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,070 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
972 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
888 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Seneca Park Zoo
- Strong National Museum of Play
- Dancing Wings Butterfly Garden
- Strasenburgh Planetarium
- Rochester Museum & Science Center
Military Bases
Airports
- Frederick Douglass/Greater Rochester International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.