Rochester
- City in New York
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Rochester
- grade BOverall Grade
- City in New York
- Rating 3.8 out of 5 493 reviews
Report Card
- Public Schoolsgrade C
- Crime & Safetygrade C minus
- Housinggrade C minus
- Nightlifegrade A+
- Good for Familiesgrade B minus
- Diversitygrade A+
- Jobsgrade C
- Weathergrade C minus
- Cost of Livinggrade B
- Health & Fitnessgrade B minus
- Outdoor Activitiesgrade A minus
- Commutegrade A
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Real Estate
Median Home Value
$93,100
National
$244,900Median Rent
$915
National
$1,163Area Feel
Urban Suburban Mix
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Rochester Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
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Top Public Schools Serving Rochester
Top Private Schools Near Rochester
- grade A+
The Harley School
- Rating 4.49 out of 5 43 reviews
- grade A+
Allendale Columbia School
- Rating 3.94 out of 5 90 reviews
- grade A
McQuaid Jesuit Preparatory School
- Rating 4.08 out of 5 111 reviews
- grade A
Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women
- Rating 4.01 out of 5 193 reviews
- grade A minus
The Aquinas Institute of Rochester
- Rating 3.9 out of 5 164 reviews
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
grade C minus
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Assault549.7national 282.7
- Murder23.4national 6.1
- Rape41.9national 40.7
- Robbery203.7national 135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Burglary676.9national 500.1
- Theft2,233.4national 2,042.8
- Motor Vehicle Theft445.9national 284
Residents
Working in Rochester
Jobs
grade C
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$40,083
National
$69,021Similar Places
Rochester Reviews
Rating 3.8 out of 5 493 reviews
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I grew up in a rural town for most of my life. When I moved to Rochester I loved how everything I could possibly think of is within a 20 minute or less drive from where I live. There are a variety opportunities here, and lots of foods to try! Rochester is named as one of the best foodie places. Theres also always something going on, whether you're more into a chill, relaxing time or a night out. If you're interested in it, theres a good chance you'll find some event related to it in Rochester. My favorite is the public market on the weekends; there is such great produce for super cheap, and you can taste how much better it is than getting it at the grocery store. From food trucks to the lilac festival to baseball games, Rochester has it all. You just have to explore online for these things. Rochester is also a great location for other cities; we are only 3 hours from Toronto and an hour from Buffalo, another great foodie town!
Rochester is a beautiful city! There is a piece of art on almost every block which makes it quite pleasant to walk through. I also really love all of the food options, they have quite a few places for vegans and quite a few places for people who consume other diets as well. The winters here are a bit harsh which is why I am giving Rochester 4 stars but in the spring it transforms into this paradise that you never want to leave. The smell of the lilacs is to die for and they tend to have a few different festivals and events for people all over Rochester to enjoy, such as the lilac festival, the corn hill arts festivals and many more.
I've lived in Rochester for the past 8 years, and attended both high school and college here. Though initially it may seem like a sleepy once-giant city, it has a rich history and newly-burgeoning local public art, food and nightlife scene as it attracts younger professionals and students. There are plenty of opportunities to volunteer, get involved with community advocacy work, and enjoy the natural beauty the region offers!