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Rochester, New Hampshire

Introduction to Rochester, New Hampshire

Rochester, New Hampshire, in Strafford county, is 32 miles NE of Manchester, New Hampshire and 65 miles N of Boston, Massachusetts. The city contains a population of approximately 28,461.

Rochester History

Originally inhabited by Abenaki Indians of the Pennacook tribe, the town was granted to settlers by Colonial Governor Samuel Shute. It was officially incorporated in 1722, named in honor of the Earl of Rochester. Actual settlement of Rochester was delayed until 1728 because of conflict with the Indian tribes.

Rochester and nearby Attractions

  • Rochester Historical Society Museum
  • Rochester Opera House
  • Rochester Common
  • Durham Historic Museum
  • Rundlet May House

Things To Do In Rochester

Rochester offers a wide variety of opportunities for recreation, including the Rochester Opera House, the Pawtuckaway State Park and the Splashtown Amusement Park. Those interested in the area’ history may enjoy a visit to the Rochester Historical Society Museum or the Rundlet May House.

Rochester Transportation

Air transportation facilities are available at Pease International Airport.

Rochester Higher Education

Higher education can be pursued at the University of New Hampshire, Northern Essex Community College, New Hampshire College and the University of New England – University Campus.

Comparative Profile of Rochester, NH

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

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


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Age of the Population73
Senior Citizens67
Male Share of the Population63
Children Under 5 Years Old59
Female Share of the Population58
Well-Paid Single Men54
Well-Paid Single Women56
Racial Diversity19

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married62
Average Household Size44

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty63
People in Middle Class or Better64
Median Family Income43
College Educated Adults22

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times67
Working at Home52
Walking and Biking to Work48
Public Transportation Use38

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing82
Affordability of Rents76
Housing Recently Built65
People Living Alone58
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals59
Affordability of Property Taxes36

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime61
Low Property Crime61

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