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Rochester, IN


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Rochester, Indiana

Rochester, Indiana, in Fulton county, is 41 miles S of South Bend, Indiana (center to center) and 89 miles N of Indianapolis, Indiana. The city contains a population of approximately 6,414.

The People and Families of Rochester

In Rochester, about 56% of adults are married.

Rochester boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Rochester had a median family income of $41,949.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Rochester favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $3,600. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Rochester Housing

Rochester has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 67% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. The city sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use.

Commuting

In Rochester, 94% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Rochester strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Indiana):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Rochester Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Rochester, IN

Comparing Rochester to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Indiana (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens99
Age of the Population89
Female Share of the Population78
Children Under 5 Years Old53
Well-Paid Single Men45
Well-Paid Single Women46
Male Share of the Population44
Racial Diversity38

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married53
Average Household Size32

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty43
People in Middle Class or Better43
Median Family Income44
College Educated Adults14

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home89
Short Commute Times78
Walking and Biking to Work67
Public Transportation Use25

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing1010
Affordability of Property Taxes96
People Living Alone88
Affordability of Rents75
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals78
Housing Recently Built46

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