Rochester, MN

U.S. News Ratings
Population 103,267
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living Average
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price Low
Median Income Average

Geography

Rochester is located in southeastern Minnesota, not far from the Iowa and Wisconsin borders.

Cultural Attractions

The Mayo Clinic offers both guided and self-guided tours.

Recreation

The city provides a variety of adult sports leagues, including volleyball.

Historical

Settler Gearge Head named the city Rochester because of its likeness to his hometown, Rochester, N.Y.

Economy

Nicknamed the “Bioscience Zone,” this city’s economy is built around healthcare and technology.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
103,267
Population under 55:
75.7%
Population over 55:
24.3%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
St. Paul

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Good
Temperature:
78°F July High, -10°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$52,949
Median home price:
$140,900
Average property tax:
$2,252

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
5.3%
Low
Cost of living:
Average

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
26
Middle schools:
16
High schools:
11

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
2
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
2
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
6

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
6/1
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
5/1
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
16/1

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
984

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