What are the schools like in Rochester, VT?

Rochester is served primarily by Rochester Stockbridge Unified School District #81. The district operates 2 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.3:1.

What is the median household income in Rochester?

The median household income in Rochester, VT is $41,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.8%.

What is the weather like in Rochester, VT?

Rochester has an average high temperature of 29.2°F in January and 79.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 75.5 inches.

Rochester, VT Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Rochester, VT affordable or expensive?

Rochester's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Rochester is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $209,500 and the median rent is $1,083 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Rochester, VT?

Rochester has a violent crime rate of 47.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 306.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Rochester, VT a Good Place to Live?

Rochester is a small town of 296 in Vermont, with a median household income of $41,250 and a 2.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Rochester stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Rochester is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Rochester city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 97.3

Rochester's overall cost of living index is 97.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Rochester costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Rochester, VT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$209,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,083	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	77.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$41,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Rochester's violent crime rate is 47.2 per 100,000 residents — 88% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

47.2 /100k

Property Crime

306.9 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Rochester is served primarily by Rochester Stockbridge Unified School District #81. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Rochester, VT	National Avg
School District	Rochester Stockbridge Unified School District #81	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	45.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Rochester sees average highs of 29.2°F in January and 79.4°F in July, with 48.9 inches of annual precipitation and 75.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Rochester, VT
Average High — January	29.2°F
Average High — July	79.4°F
Annual Precipitation	48.9"
Annual Snowfall	75.5"

Demographics

Metric	Rochester, VT	National Avg
Population	296	—
Median Age	64.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.7%	6.3%
Under 18	10.5%	22.2%
65 and over	49.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Randolph, VT 8 mi Bethel, VT 9 mi Chittenden, VT 14 mi Brandon, VT 15 mi South Royalton, VT 15 mi

ZIP Codes in Rochester

Rochester, VT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

05767

Rochester vs Other Cities

Rochester, VT vs Randolph, VT Rochester, VT vs Bethel, VT Rochester, VT vs Chittenden, VT Rochester, VT vs Brandon, VT Rochester, VT vs South Royalton, VT

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rochester, VT affordable or expensive?

Rochester's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Rochester roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $209,500 and median rent is $1,083/month.

What is the crime rate in Rochester, VT?

Rochester's violent crime rate is 47.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 306.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Rochester?

Public schools in Rochester are operated by Rochester Stockbridge Unified School District #81. The district has 2 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.3:1. 45.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Rochester, VT a good place to live?

Rochester, VT has a population of 296, a median household income of $41,250, and an unemployment rate of 2.8%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Rochester?

Rochester averages 29.2°F in January and 79.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 48.9 inches with about 75.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Rochester?

Rochester, VT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 05767.

What is the population of Rochester?

The population of Rochester, Vermont is 296 with a median age of 64.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Rochester?

Key numbers for living in Rochester: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $209,500, median household income $41,250, crime index 13 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Rochester side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.