Rochester city, Michigan
Rochester city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Rochester city is a geographic entity located in Oakland County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12,824. The land area covers 3.83 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 12,824 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs | ±2.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,610 | ±233 | 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 | 5,928 | ±240 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,610 | ±233 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 318 | ±155 |
| Median Home Value | $473,200 | ±$24,842 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,350 | ±$83 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $111,750 | ±$16,572 |
| Per Capita Income | $72,366 | ±$5,942 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.2% | ±1.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 531 | ±208 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,867 | ±341 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95% | ±1.3% |
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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GUS Population: 12,978 (2024)
ID: 106385
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR TREASURER
400 6TH ST, ROCHESTER MI 48307-1483
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GUS Population: 1,296,888 (2024)
ID: 166606
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF OF FISCAL SERVICES
2100 PONTIAC LAKE RD, WATERFORD MI 48328
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | WARREN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ROYAL OAK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | SOUTHFIELD, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | STERLING HEIGHTS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | PONTIAC, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ROYAL OAK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CLINTON TWP, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | SOUTHFIELD, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ROMEO, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-08 | BERKLEY, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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ASCENSION PROVIDENCE ROCHESTER HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 1101 W UNIVERSITY DRIVE, ROCHESTER, MI, 48307 |
(248) 652-5000
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Rochester University
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College | 1.8 mi away | 800 West Avon Road, Rochester Hills, MI, 48307 |
2482182011
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BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 500 OLDE TOWNE ROAD, ROCHESTER, MI, 48307 |
(248) 650-7122
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Oakland University
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College | 5.0 mi away | 2200 North Squirrel Road, Rochester Hills, MI, 48309-4401 |
2483702100
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EARLY LITERACY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 500 OLDE TOWNNE ROAD, ROCHESTER, MI, 48307 |
(248) 650-7122
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Oakland Community College
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College | 6.0 mi away | 2900 Featherstone Road, Auburn Hills, MI, 48326-2845 |
2482324100
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ROCHESTER HILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 500 OLDE TOWNE ROAD, ROCHESTER, MI, 48307 |
(248) 650-7122
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Walsh College
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College | 7.9 mi away | 3838 Livernois, Troy, MI, 48083-5066 |
2488231600
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SHELBY TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 52610 VAN DYKE AVENUE, SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI, 48316 |
(586) 739-7414
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Paul Mitchell the School-Michigan
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College Vocational | 7.9 mi away | 40688 Van Dyke Ave, Sterling Heights, MI, 48313 |
5869398600
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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 PONTIAC WWTP, MI US, located 7.7 miles from Rochester city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.3° | 17.1° | 24.2° | 2.18" | 12.1" |
| February | 34.0° | 18.2° | 26.1° | 1.87" | 9.0" |
| March | 44.3° | 26.2° | 35.2° | 2.19" | 4.1" |
| April | 57.6° | 36.4° | 47.0° | 2.94" | 0.9" |
| May | 69.4° | 49.0° | 59.2° | 3.81" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.2° | 58.6° | 68.4° | 3.29" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.3° | 62.9° | 72.6° | 3.14" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.8° | 61.7° | 71.3° | 3.24" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.9° | 53.7° | 63.8° | 2.92" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.5° | 42.3° | 51.4° | 2.90" | 0.1" |
| November | 47.4° | 32.1° | 39.7° | 3.15" | 1.7" |
| December | 36.4° | 24.3° | 30.3° | 2.25" | 8.1" |
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 city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Rochester Hills city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Utica city | City | 6.3 mi | — |
| Auburn Hills city | City | 6.3 mi | — |
| Troy city | City | 7.2 mi | — |
| Sterling Heights city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2612569020. • 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.