Rochester, IL

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Rochester Overview

3,752
TOTAL POPULATION
1,745
MALE POPULATION
2,007
FEMALE POPULATION
86.95
MALES / 100 FEMALES
115.01
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$45,025
PER CAPITA INCOME
$117,000
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$107,800
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
8.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
91.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,644
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Rochester Zip Codes

Rochester Area Codes

Race in Rochester

The most populous races in Rochester are White / Caucasian (3,564 | 95.0%), Two or more Races (94 | 2.5%), and Asian (78 | 2.1%).
Race in Rochester
Race# Population% Population
Asian782.1%
Black / African American160.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino701.9%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian3,56495.0%
Two or more Races942.5%
Some other Race00.0%
Total3,752100.0%

Ancestry in Rochester

The most populous ancestries reported in Rochester are German (895 | 23.8%), English (707 | 18.8%), Irish (485 | 12.9%), Italian (263 | 7.0%), and American (238 | 6.3%), together accounting for 69.0% of all Rochester residents.
Ancestry in Rochester
Ancestry# Population% Population
African270.7%
American2386.3%
Austrian180.5%
Bhutanese601.6%
British230.6%
Choctaw40.1%
Czechoslovakian180.5%
Danish180.5%
Dutch160.4%
Eastern European80.2%
English70718.8%
European1183.1%
French721.9%
French Canadian50.1%
German89523.8%
Greek330.9%
Hungarian150.4%
Indian (Asian)180.5%
Irish48512.9%
Italian2637.0%
Lithuanian401.1%
Mexican701.9%
Navajo170.4%
Northern European250.7%
Norwegian471.3%
Polish1333.5%
Russian270.7%
Scandinavian240.6%
Scotch-Irish461.2%
Scottish842.2%
Seminole50.1%
Slovak752.0%
Subsaharan African270.7%
Swedish431.1%
Swiss300.8%
Ukrainian170.4%
Welsh100.3%
Yugoslavian100.3%
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Immigrants in Rochester

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Rochester came from Asia (9 | 0.2%), China (9 | 0.2%), and Eastern Asia (9 | 0.2%), together accounting for 0.7% of all Rochester residents.
Immigrants in Rochester
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia90.2%
China90.2%
Eastern Asia90.2%
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Sex and Age in Rochester

Sex and Age in Rochester

The most populous age groups in Rochester are 15 to 19 Years (177 | 10.1%) for men and 35 to 39 Years (203 | 10.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Rochester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years126 (7.2%)92 (4.6%)
5 to 9 Years92 (5.3%)189 (9.4%)
10 to 14 Years117 (6.7%)147 (7.3%)
15 to 19 Years177 (10.1%)169 (8.4%)
20 to 24 Years89 (5.1%)85 (4.2%)
25 to 29 Years56 (3.2%)21 (1.1%)
30 to 34 Years113 (6.5%)97 (4.8%)
35 to 39 Years154 (8.8%)203 (10.1%)
40 to 44 Years68 (3.9%)99 (4.9%)
45 to 49 Years118 (6.8%)167 (8.3%)
50 to 54 Years109 (6.2%)84 (4.2%)
55 to 59 Years76 (4.4%)63 (3.1%)
60 to 64 Years107 (6.1%)203 (10.1%)
65 to 69 Years165 (9.5%)177 (8.8%)
70 to 74 Years63 (3.6%)92 (4.6%)
75 to 79 Years16 (0.9%)44 (2.2%)
80 to 84 Years27 (1.5%)18 (0.9%)
85 Years and over72 (4.1%)57 (2.8%)
Total1,745 (100.0%)2,007 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Rochester

Median Family Size in Rochester

The median family size in Rochester is 3.08 persons per family, with married-couple families (926 | 86.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.1 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (9 | 0.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.44 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Rochester
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple926 (86.9%)3.10
Single Male/Father9 (0.8%)2.44
Single Female/Mother131 (12.3%)2.98
Total Families1,066 (100.0%)3.08

Median Household Size in Rochester

The median household size in Rochester is 2.73 persons per household, with married-couple households (926 | 67.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.1 persons per household. non-family households (306 | 22.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.49 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Rochester
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple926 (67.5%)3.10
Single Male/Father9 (0.7%)2.44
Single Female/Mother131 (9.6%)3.05
Non-family306 (22.3%)1.49
Total Households1,372 (100.0%)2.73

Household Size by Marriage Status in Rochester

Out of a total of 1,372 households in Rochester, 1,066 (77.7%) are family households, while 306 (22.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 487, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 199.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Rochester
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-199 (14.5%)
2-Person Households487 (35.5%)66 (4.8%)
3-Person Households224 (16.3%)29 (2.1%)
4-Person Households210 (15.3%)12 (0.9%)
5-Person Households108 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households10 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households27 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,066 (77.7%)306 (22.3%)

Female Fertility in Rochester

Fertility by Age in Rochester

Average fertility rate in Rochester is 67.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 86.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 74.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Rochester
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years15 (25.9%)74.0
35 to 50 years43 (74.1%)86.0
Total58 (100.0%)67.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Rochester

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Rochester
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Rochester

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Rochester
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree39 (67.2%)136.0
Bachelor's Degree19 (32.8%)75.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total58 (100.0%)67.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Rochester

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Rochester
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Rochester

Income Overview in Rochester

Per Capita Income in Rochester is $45,025, while median incomes of families and households are $117,000 and $107,800 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,752$45,025
Median Family Income1,066$117,000
Mean Family Income1,066$136,584
Median Household Income1,372$107,800
Mean Household Income1,372$125,194
Income Deficit1,066$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,7528.77%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,75291.23¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,7520.37

Earnings by Sex in Rochester

Average Earnings in Rochester are $59,246, $61,655 for men and $56,250 for women, a difference of 8.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Rochester
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male867 (52.0%)$61,655
Female799 (48.0%)$56,250
Total1,666 (100.0%)$59,246

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Rochester

The most common earnings brackets in Rochester are $100,000+ for men (202 | 23.3%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (183 | 22.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Rochester
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less56 (6.5%)39 (4.9%)
$2,500 to $4,9999 (1.0%)27 (3.4%)
$5,000 to $7,49912 (1.4%)32 (4.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)8 (1.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)11 (1.4%)
$12,500 to $14,99912 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49919 (2.2%)38 (4.8%)
$17,500 to $19,99913 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49916 (1.8%)5 (0.6%)
$22,500 to $24,99915 (1.7%)8 (1.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99939 (4.5%)16 (2.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99921 (2.4%)36 (4.5%)
$35,000 to $39,99916 (1.8%)77 (9.6%)
$40,000 to $44,99922 (2.5%)8 (1.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99925 (2.9%)21 (2.6%)
$50,000 to $54,99979 (9.1%)62 (7.8%)
$55,000 to $64,999127 (14.6%)55 (6.9%)
$65,000 to $74,99959 (6.8%)100 (12.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999125 (14.4%)183 (22.9%)
$100,000+202 (23.3%)73 (9.1%)
Total867 (100.0%)799 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Rochester

Average earnings in Rochester are $69,028 for men and $65,391 for women, a difference of 5.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $139,583, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $44,464. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $81,000, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $36,744.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Rochester
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$44,464$37,969
College or Associate's Degree$57,448$36,744
Bachelor's Degree$85,188$74,844
Graduate Degree$139,583$81,000
Total$69,028$65,391

Family Income in Rochester

Family Income Brackets in Rochester

According to the Rochester family income data, there are 281 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.4% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Rochester
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99990.8%
$15,000 to $24,999212.0%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,999767.1%
$50,000 to $74,999888.3%
$75,000 to $99,99924222.7%
$100,000 to $149,99928126.4%
$150,000 to $199,99918517.4%
$200,000+16315.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Rochester

5-person families (108 | 10.1%) account for the highest median family income in Rochester with $186,250 per family, while 2-person families (487 | 45.7%) have the highest median income of $46,032 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Rochester
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families487 (45.7%)$92,065
3-Person Families224 (21.0%)$105,938
4-Person Families210 (19.7%)$171,136
5-Person Families108 (10.1%)$186,250
6-Person Families19 (1.8%)$0
7+ Person Families18 (1.7%)$0
Total1,066 (100.0%)$117,000

Family Income by Number of Earners in Rochester

The median family income in Rochester is $117,000, with families comprising 3+ earners (83) having the highest median family income of $195,917, while families with 1 earner (189) have the lowest median family income of $85,903, accounting for 7.8% and 17.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Rochester
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners298 (28.0%)$90,421
1 Earner189 (17.7%)$85,903
2 Earners496 (46.5%)$140,862
3+ Earners83 (7.8%)$195,917
Total1,066 (100.0%)$117,000

Household Income in Rochester

Household Income Brackets in Rochester

With 373 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Rochester, accounting for 27.2% of all households. In contrast, only 8 households (0.6%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Rochester
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000322.3%
$10,000 to $14,99980.6%
$15,000 to $24,999755.5%
$25,000 to $34,999322.3%
$35,000 to $49,999926.7%
$50,000 to $74,9991259.1%
$75,000 to $99,99925718.7%
$100,000 to $149,99937327.2%
$150,000 to $199,99917712.9%
$200,000+20214.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Rochester

The median household income in Rochester is $107,800, with the highest median household income of $117,939 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 385 households (28.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 22 households (1.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Rochester
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years22 (1.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years385 (28.1%)$117,939
45 to 64 Years558 (40.7%)$114,083
65+ Years407 (29.7%)$90,969
Total1,372 (100.0%)$107,800

Poverty in Rochester

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Rochester

With 2.4% poverty level for males and 3.3% for females among the residents of Rochester, 55 to 64 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 23 males (12.6%) and 27 females (35.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Rochester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)27 (35.1%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years18 (7.9%)17 (6.8%)
55 to 64 Years23 (12.6%)21 (7.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total41 (2.4%)65 (3.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Rochester

According to the poverty statistics in Rochester, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Rochester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years126 (100.0%)92 (100.0%)
5 Years7 (100.0%)43 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years114 (100.0%)174 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years77 (100.0%)106 (100.0%)
15 Years62 (100.0%)52 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years73 (100.0%)50 (64.9%)
18 to 24 Years131 (100.0%)125 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years169 (100.0%)118 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years222 (100.0%)302 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years209 (92.1%)234 (93.2%)
55 to 64 Years160 (87.4%)245 (92.1%)
65 to 74 Years228 (100.0%)269 (100.0%)
75 Years and over115 (100.0%)119 (100.0%)
Total1,693 (97.6%)1,929 (96.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Rochester

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Rochester show that 1.4% or 13 of the total 926 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 2.9%, comprising of 13 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Rochester
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children428 (97.1%)13 (2.9%)
1 or 2 Children391 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children84 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total913 (98.6%)13 (1.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Rochester

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Rochester
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Rochester

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Rochester
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children13 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Rochester

Employment by Class of Employer in Rochester

Among the 1,581 employed individuals in Rochester, private company employees (890 | 56.3%), state government employees (286 | 18.1%), and not-for-profit organizations (221 | 14.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Rochester
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees89056.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)342.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)231.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations22114.0%
Local Government Employees634.0%
State Government Employees28618.1%
Federal Government Employees644.1%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,581100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Rochester

According to the labor force statistics for Rochester, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,875), 57.2% or 1,644 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.9% or 64 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 77 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 16.8% or 24 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Rochester
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years72 (31.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years143 (82.2%)24 (16.8%)
25 to 29 Years77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years210 (100.0%)13 (6.2%)
35 to 44 Years455 (86.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years362 (75.7%)8 (2.2%)
55 to 59 Years108 (77.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years120 (38.7%)9 (7.5%)
65 to 74 Years87 (17.5%)9 (10.3%)
75 Years and over10 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,644 (57.2%)64 (3.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Rochester

According to labor force statistics for Rochester, 76.6% of individuals (1,331) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,738) are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 31 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 81.9% or 357 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 30.8% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Rochester
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School26 (72.2%)11 (30.8%)
High School Diploma164 (63.1%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree357 (81.9%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher785 (78.0%)28 (2.8%)
Total1,331 (76.6%)40 (2.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Rochester

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Rochester are Management (223 | 14.5%), Community & Social Service (183 | 11.9%), Business & Financial (170 | 11.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (166 | 10.8%), and Health Technologists (143 | 9.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Rochester

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Rochester, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (87.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (86.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (79.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Rochester
OccupationMaleFemale
Management140 (62.8%)83 (37.2%)
Business & Financial108 (63.5%)62 (36.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science94 (86.2%)15 (13.8%)
Computers & Mathematics54 (87.1%)8 (12.9%)
Architecture & Engineering19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science21 (75.0%)7 (25.0%)
Community & Social Service 42 (23.0%)141 (77.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support17 (73.9%)6 (26.1%)
Education Instruction & Library25 (20.3%)98 (79.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating41 (24.7%)125 (75.3%)
Health Technologists41 (28.7%)102 (71.3%)
Total (Category)425 (49.9%)426 (50.1%)
Total (Overall)785 (51.1%)750 (48.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Rochester are Food Preparation & Serving (72 | 4.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (32 | 2.1%), Security & Protection (24 | 1.6%), Healthcare Support (21 | 1.4%), and Law Enforcement (14 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations in Rochester

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Rochester, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (33.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Rochester
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Security & Protection24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving48 (66.7%)24 (33.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Total (Category)104 (66.2%)53 (33.8%)
Total (Overall)785 (51.1%)750 (48.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Rochester are Office & Administration (220 | 14.3%), and Sales & Related (136 | 8.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Rochester

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Rochester
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related59 (43.4%)77 (56.6%)
Office & Administration69 (31.4%)151 (68.6%)
Total (Category)128 (36.0%)228 (64.0%)
Total (Overall)785 (51.1%)750 (48.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Rochester are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (44 | 2.9%), and Construction & Extraction (16 | 1.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Rochester

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Rochester
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)785 (51.1%)750 (48.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Rochester are Transportation (67 | 4.4%), Material Moving (25 | 1.6%), and Production (19 | 1.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Rochester

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Rochester
OccupationMaleFemale
Production19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation24 (35.8%)43 (64.2%)
Material Moving25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)68 (61.3%)43 (38.7%)
Total (Overall)785 (51.1%)750 (48.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Rochester

Employment Industries in Rochester

The major employment industries in Rochester include Health Care & Social Assistance (251 | 16.4%), Educational Services (248 | 16.2%), Public Administration (235 | 15.3%), Finance & Insurance (201 | 13.1%), and Retail Trade (125 | 8.1%).
Employment Industries in Rochester

Employment Industries by Sex in Rochester

The Rochester industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (75.3%), Educational Services (69.8%), and Public Administration (59.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Rochester
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing41 (77.4%)12 (22.6%)
Wholesale Trade43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade88 (70.4%)37 (29.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities14 (73.7%)5 (26.3%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance110 (54.7%)91 (45.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing29 (78.4%)8 (21.6%)
Professional & Scientific40 (59.7%)27 (40.3%)
Enterprise Management7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services75 (30.2%)173 (69.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance62 (24.7%)189 (75.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation12 (48.0%)13 (52.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services53 (62.4%)32 (37.7%)
Public Administration95 (40.4%)140 (59.6%)
Total785 (51.1%)750 (48.9%)

Education in Rochester

School Enrollment in Rochester

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,010 students in Rochester are high school (340 | 33.7%), middle school (222 | 22.0%), and elementary school (203 | 20.1%).
School Enrollment in Rochester
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool464.5%
Kindergarten777.6%
Elementary School20320.1%
Middle School22222.0%
High School34033.7%
College / Undergraduate999.8%
Graduate / Professional232.3%
Total1,010100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Rochester

Out of a total of 1,010 students who are enrolled in schools in Rochester, 97 (9.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 913 (90.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 27 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 264 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Rochester
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old245 (87.2%)36 (12.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds249 (94.3%)15 (5.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds264 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds70 (85.4%)12 (14.6%)
20 to 24 Year Olds69 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over16 (69.6%)7 (30.4%)
Total913 (90.4%)97 (9.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Rochester

Business (298 | 22.3%), education (258 | 19.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (126 | 9.4%), arts & humanities (120 | 9.0%), and social sciences (106 | 7.9%) are the most common fields of study among 1,335 individuals in Rochester who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Rochester
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics614.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1269.4%
Physical & Health Sciences544.0%
Psychology675.0%
Social Sciences1067.9%
Engineering282.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology816.1%
Business29822.3%
Education25819.3%
Literature & Languages90.7%
Liberal Arts & History493.7%
Visual & Performing Arts251.9%
Communications534.0%
Arts & Humanities1209.0%
Total1,335100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Rochester

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Rochester

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Rochester are males with 2 vehicles (370, accounting for 45.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (342, making up 48.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Rochester
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle9 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle71 (8.6%)74 (9.8%)
2 Vehicles370 (45.0%)342 (45.1%)
3 Vehicles229 (27.9%)256 (33.7%)
4 Vehicles89 (10.8%)87 (11.5%)
5 or more Vehicles54 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total822 (100.0%)759 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Rochester

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Rochester are 15 to 19 minutes (432 commuters, 30.9%), 20 to 24 minutes (390 commuters, 27.9%), and 25 to 29 minutes (156 commuters, 11.2%).
Commute Time in Rochester
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes725.1%
5 to 9 Minutes725.1%
10 to 14 Minutes14910.7%
15 to 19 Minutes43230.9%
20 to 24 Minutes39027.9%
25 to 29 Minutes15611.2%
30 to 34 Minutes906.4%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes261.9%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes110.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Rochester

The most common commute times in Rochester are 15 to 19 minutes (224 commuters, 30.8%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (211 commuters, 31.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Rochester
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes57 (7.8%)15 (2.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes32 (4.4%)40 (6.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes92 (12.6%)57 (8.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes224 (30.8%)208 (31.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes179 (24.6%)211 (31.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes94 (12.9%)62 (9.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes33 (4.5%)57 (8.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes17 (2.3%)9 (1.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)11 (1.6%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Rochester

The most frequent times of departure to work in Rochester are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (220, 30.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (184, 27.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Rochester
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM9 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM8 (1.1%)37 (5.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM99 (13.6%)30 (4.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM68 (9.3%)52 (7.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM148 (20.3%)174 (26.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM220 (30.2%)184 (27.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM66 (9.1%)105 (15.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM16 (2.2%)15 (2.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)37 (5.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM16 (2.2%)8 (1.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM8 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM47 (6.5%)23 (3.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM23 (3.2%)5 (0.7%)
Total728 (100.0%)670 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Rochester

Occupancy by Ownership in Rochester

Of the total 1,372 dwellings in Rochester, owner-occupied units account for 1,290 (94.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 82 (6.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Rochester
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,29094.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units826.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,372100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Rochester

Occupancy by Household Size in Rochester
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household19914.5%
2-Person Household55340.3%
3-Person Household25318.4%
4+ Person Household36726.8%
Total Housing Units1,372100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Rochester

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Rochester
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household161 (80.9%)38 (19.1%)
2-Person Household530 (95.8%)23 (4.2%)
3-Person Household242 (95.7%)11 (4.3%)
4+ Person Household357 (97.3%)10 (2.7%)
Total Housing Units1,290 (94.0%)82 (6.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Rochester

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Rochester
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma243 (90.0%)27 (10.0%)
College/Associate Degree287 (95.0%)15 (5.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher760 (95.0%)40 (5.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Rochester

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Rochester
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years15611.4%
35 to 44 Years25118.3%
45 to 54 Years25218.4%
55 to 64 Years30622.3%
65 to 74 Years30222.0%
75 to 84 Years513.7%
85 Years and Over543.9%
Total1,372100.0%

Housing Finances in Rochester

Median Income by Occupancy in Rochester

Median Income by Occupancy in Rochester
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,290 (94.0%)$112,583
Renter-Occupied82 (6.0%)$22,955
Average1,372 (100.0%)$107,800

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Rochester

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Rochester
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)23 (28.1%)
$5,000 to $9,9998 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)8 (9.8%)
$15,000 to $19,99933 (2.6%)8 (9.8%)
$20,000 to $24,99924 (1.9%)11 (13.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99925 (1.9%)7 (8.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99984 (6.5%)8 (9.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999115 (8.9%)10 (12.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999256 (19.8%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999366 (28.4%)7 (8.5%)
$150,000 or more379 (29.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,290 (100.0%)82 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Rochester

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Rochester
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49935 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799175 (13.6%)8 (9.8%)
$800 to $999140 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499256 (19.8%)59 (72.0%)
$1,500 to $1,999244 (18.9%)7 (8.5%)
$2,000 to $2,49993 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,999165 (12.8%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more182 (14.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,290 (100.0%)82 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Rochester

Housing Structures in Rochester

Housing Structures in Rochester
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,17185.4%
Single Unit, Attached19314.1%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments80.6%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total1,372100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Rochester

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Rochester
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,111 (94.9%)60 (5.1%)
Single Unit, Attached179 (92.7%)14 (7.2%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,290 (94.0%)82 (6.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Rochester

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Rochester
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)8 (9.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms186 (14.4%)37 (45.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms447 (34.6%)37 (45.1%)
8 or more Rooms657 (50.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,290 (100.0%)82 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Rochester

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Rochester
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,074 (83.3%)66 (80.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)8 (9.8%)
Electricity160 (12.4%)8 (9.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels56 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,290 (100.0%)82 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Rochester

Household Vehicle Usage in Rochester
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle30 (2.3%)8 (9.8%)
1 Vehicle271 (21.0%)59 (72.0%)
2 Vehicles537 (41.6%)15 (18.3%)
3 or more Vehicles452 (35.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,290 (100.0%)82 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Rochester

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Rochester

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units406884
Median Property Value$192,000$240,200
Median Household Income$104,821$285
Monthly Housing Costs$779$182
Real Estate Taxes$3,471$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Rochester

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Rochester
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99934 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999314 (77.3%)563 (63.7%)
$300,000 to $499,99950 (12.3%)226 (25.6%)
$500,000 to $749,9998 (2.0%)95 (10.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total406 (100.0%)884 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Rochester

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Rochester
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)19 (2.1%)
$10,000 to $24,99938 (9.4%)8 (0.9%)
$25,000 to $34,99925 (6.2%)19 (2.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99917 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99954 (13.3%)67 (7.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99956 (13.8%)61 (6.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999122 (30.0%)200 (22.6%)
$150,000 or more94 (23.2%)244 (27.6%)
Total406 (100.0%)884 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Rochester

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Rochester
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x183 (45.1%)113,333 (12,820.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x56 (13.8%)359 (40.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x40 (9.9%)310 (35.1%)
4.0x or more127 (31.3%)70 (7.9%)
Total406 (100.0%)884 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Rochester

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Rochester
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49944 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499362 (89.2%)11 (1.2%)
Total406 (100.0%)884 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Rochester

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Rochester

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Rochester
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years279 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years800 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years237 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years226 (89.0%)28 (11.0%)
35 to 44 Years470 (98.3%)8 (1.7%)
45 to 54 Years478 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years449 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years497 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older234 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,670 (99.0%)36 (1.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Rochester

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Rochester
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born279 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen800 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen237 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Rochester

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Rochester
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000228 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999225 (93.8%)15 (6.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999352 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999612 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over2,253 (99.1%)21 (0.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Rochester

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Rochester
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 652 (18.6%)251 (90.0%)
6 to 18 Years94 (11.7%)725 (90.6%)
19 to 25 Years24 (10.1%)213 (89.9%)
25 to 34 Years25 (9.8%)226 (89.0%)
35 to 44 Years53 (11.1%)440 (92.0%)
45 to 54 Years67 (14.0%)421 (88.1%)
55 to 64 Years34 (7.6%)431 (96.0%)
65 to 74 Years467 (94.0%)405 (81.5%)
75 Years and over234 (100.0%)203 (86.8%)
Total1,050 (28.3%)3,315 (89.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Rochester

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Rochester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years31 (9.0%)12 (2.6%)
18 to 34 Years32 (10.7%)20 (8.2%)
35 to 64 Years52 (8.7%)87 (10.7%)
65 to 74 Years39 (17.1%)26 (9.7%)
75 Years and over50 (43.5%)56 (47.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Rochester

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Rochester: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years16 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years8 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years16 (2.7%)1 (0.1%)
65 to 74 Years4 (1.8%)26 (9.7%)
75 Years and over34 (29.6%)17 (14.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Rochester: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)7 (2.9%)
35 to 64 Years32 (5.4%)29 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years13 (5.7%)9 (3.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)8 (6.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Rochester: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years15 (4.4%)12 (2.6%)
18 to 34 Years24 (8.0%)13 (5.3%)
35 to 64 Years4 (0.7%)63 (7.8%)
65 to 74 Years4 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)10 (8.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Rochester: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)21 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years30 (13.2%)9 (3.4%)
75 Years and over7 (6.1%)21 (17.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Rochester: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)12 (2.6%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)31 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years12 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)38 (31.9%)

Technology Access in Rochester

Computing Device Access in Rochester

Computing Device Access in Rochester
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,26091.8%
Smartphone1,27893.1%
Tablet1,11781.4%
No Computing Device564.1%
Total1,372100.0%

Internet Access in Rochester

Internet Access in Rochester
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet70.5%
Broadband Home1,09079.4%
Cellular Data Only15211.1%
Satellite Internet241.8%
No Internet1239.0%
Total1,372100.0%

Rochester Summary

Rochester, Illinois is a small city located in Sangamon County, Illinois. It is situated on the banks of the Sangamon River, about 20 miles northwest of Springfield, the state capital. The city has a population of approximately 2,500 people and is part of the Springfield Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History

Rochester was founded in 1836 by a group of settlers from New York. The city was named after Rochester, New York, the hometown of many of the settlers. The city was incorporated in 1854 and has since grown to become a thriving community.
Rochester was an important stop on the Underground Railroad, a network of secret routes and safe houses used by African-American slaves to escape to freedom in the northern United States and Canada. The city was also home to the first African-American church in Sangamon County, the First African Methodist Episcopal Church, which was founded in 1867.

Geography

Rochester is located in central Illinois, about 20 miles northwest of Springfield. The city is situated on the banks of the Sangamon River, which flows through the city. The city is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland, and is located in the heart of the Midwest.
The climate in Rochester is typical of the Midwest, with hot summers and cold winters. The average temperature in the summer is around 80 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average temperature in the winter is around 30 degrees Fahrenheit.

Economy

Rochester’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large farms, as well as several factories and manufacturing plants. The city is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
The city is also home to several educational institutions, including Lincoln Land Community College and the University of Illinois at Springfield.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Rochester was 2,500. The racial makeup of the city was 95.2% White, 1.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.8% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.8% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $41,250, and the median income for a family was $50,000. The per capita income for the city was $20,845. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Rochester is a small city with a rich history and a vibrant economy. The city is home to several educational institutions, as well as several farms and factories. The city is also home to a diverse population, with a variety of racial and ethnic backgrounds. Rochester is a great place to live, work, and raise a family.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Rochester?
Total Population of Rochester is 3,752.
What is the Total Male Population of Rochester?
Total Male Population of Rochester is 1,745.
What is the Total Female Population of Rochester?
Total Female Population of Rochester is 2,007.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Rochester?
There are 86.95 Males per 100 Females in Rochester.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Rochester?
There are 115.01 Females per 100 Males in Rochester.
What is the Median Population Age in Rochester?
Median Population Age in Rochester is 39.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Rochester
Average Family Size in Rochester is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Rochester
Average Household Size in Rochester is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Rochester?
Per Capita income in Rochester is $45,025.
What is the Median Family Income in Rochester?
Median Family Income in Rochester is $117,000.
What is the Median Household income in Rochester?
Median Household Income in Rochester is $107,800.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Rochester?
Income or Wage Gap in Rochester is 8.8%.
Women in Rochester earn 91.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Rochester?
Inequality or Gini Index in Rochester is 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in Rochester?
There are 1,644 People in the Labor Forcein in Rochester.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Rochester?
57.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Rochester.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Rochester?
Unemployment Rate in Rochester is 3.9%.