Rochester, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
121,638 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
50.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$87,767 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$287,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$669 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,191 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Olmsted County
2
Rochester Metro Area
2
Minnesota
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Olmsted County
4
Rochester Metro Area
3
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 15
Feb 1 8 20
Mar 2 7 32
Apr 3 2 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 5 0 70
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 3 34
Dec 1 10 19

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 48%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MN State Senate District 25, MN State House District 25B, MN
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Schools

Folwell Elementary
<1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

University of Minnesota-Rochester
<1 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester
<1 miles, N • 5 star
Olmsted Medical Center
2 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

Rochester International Airport
7 miles, SW • 1 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
62 miles, SE • 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
77 miles, NE • 1 star
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