Rochester borough, Pennsylvania
Rochester borough profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Rochester borough is a geographic entity located in Beaver County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,358. The land area covers 0.59 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 3,358 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 42.1 yrs | ±3.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,745 | ±144 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 2,107 | ±188 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,745 | ±144 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 362 | ±148 |
| Median Home Value | $116,800 | ±$16,196 |
| Median Gross Rent | $801 | ±$48 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $43,080 | ±$7,686 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,873 | ±$2,990 |
| Poverty Rate | 23.6% | ±5.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 785 | ±194 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.4% | ±6.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,609 | ±206 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.4% | ±3.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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BOROUGH OF ROCHESTER
GUS Population: 3,382 (2024)
ID: 173803
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATIVE CONSULTANT
350 ADAMS ST, STE 1, ROCHESTER PA 15074-2187
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GUS Population: 165,540 (2024)
ID: 173715
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
810 3RD ST, 1, BEAVER PA 15009-2100
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Rochester | KG-05 | Rochester, PA | |
| Regular School Rochester | 09-12 | Rochester, PA | |
| Regular School Rochester | 06-08 | Rochester, PA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Allison Park, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Chester, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Aliquippa, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Aliquippa, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ambridge, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Freedom, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Pittsburgh, PA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver
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College | 1.8 mi away | 100 University Drive, Monaca, PA, 15061-2764 |
7247733800
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ROCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.0 mi away | 252 ADAMS ST, ROCHESTER, PA, 15074 |
(724) 774-7783
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Community College of Beaver County
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College | 3.4 mi away | 1 Campus Drive, Monaca, PA, 15061-2588 |
7244802222
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MONACA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.7 mi away | 998 INDIANA AVENUE, MONACA, PA, 15061 |
(724) 775-9608
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Geneva College
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College | 5.2 mi away | 3200 College Ave, Beaver Falls, PA, 15010-3599 |
7248465100
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BEAVER AREA MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 100 COLLEGE AVE, BEAVER, PA, 15009 |
(724) 775-1132
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Trinity Anglican Seminary
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College | 8.1 mi away | 311 Eleventh St, Ambridge, PA, 15003-2397 |
7242663838
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NEW BRIGHTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 1021 3RD AVE, NEW BRIGHTON, PA, 15066 |
(724) 846-7991
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Robert Morris University
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College | 13.2 mi away | 6001 University Boulevard, Moon Township, PA, 15108-1189 |
4123973000
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CARNEGIE FREE LIBRARY OF BEAVER FALLS
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 1301 7TH AVE, BEAVER FALLS, PA, 15010 |
(724) 846-4340
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at BEAVER FALLS 1 NE, PA US, located 4.4 miles from Rochester borough. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.9° | 19.2° | 27.6° | 3.14" | — |
| February | 39.0° | 19.1° | 29.1° | 2.40" | — |
| March | 48.3° | 26.8° | 37.6° | 3.07" | — |
| April | 61.6° | 36.6° | 49.1° | 3.65" | — |
| May | 71.5° | 47.8° | 59.7° | 3.84" | — |
| June | 78.9° | 56.4° | 67.7° | 4.26" | — |
| July | 83.1° | 61.1° | 72.1° | 3.82" | — |
| August | 82.2° | 59.5° | 70.9° | 3.50" | — |
| September | 75.6° | 52.9° | 64.3° | 3.62" | — |
| October | 63.8° | 41.8° | 52.8° | 3.06" | — |
| November | 51.0° | 31.5° | 41.3° | 2.95" | — |
| December | 40.3° | 24.5° | 32.4° | 3.01" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester borough | Borough | 0.0 mi | — |
| East Rochester borough | Borough | 0.8 mi | — |
| Bridgewater borough | Borough | 0.9 mi | — |
| Monaca borough | Borough | 1.4 mi | — |
| Beaver borough | Borough | 1.4 mi | — |
| Freedom borough | Borough | 2.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4200765392. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.