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
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 2
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 2
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 6
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
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 984
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