Rochester Public RecordsNew Hampshire

Rochester city in Strafford County, NH, relies heavily on personal vehicles, with over 85% of commuters driving alone and vehicle ownership averaging 2 cars per household. Public transit usage is low, with COAST bus service serving under 2% of commuters. The average one-way commute time is about 26 minutes, slightly below the national average. The city’s transportation infrastructure features major routes such as NH Route 125 and the Spaulding Turnpike (NH Route 16). Key employment centers include Frisbie Memorial Hospital, Albany International, and the city’s retail hubs.

Rochester, in Strafford County, NH, has a homeownership rate around 62%, with median home values near $325,000 as of 2024—a rise of about 7% year-over-year. The median rent is approximately $1,600 monthly. Housing types range from single-family homes to multi-family units, with established neighborhoods like Gonic and East Rochester. The property tax rate is $23.96 per $1,000 assessed value (2023). The city offers both historic and newer developments, with a balanced mix of rentals and owner-occupied homes driving stable market trends.

Rochester, in Strafford County, NH, has 12 public schools including 1 high school (Rochester High), serving over 4,000 students; the high school graduation rate is about 83%. Around 21% of Rochester adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. SchoolSafety.gov rates Rochester’s schools as average in safety protocols. Adult education is available via the Rochester Adult Education program, offering GED and career training. Educational programs include honors, AP courses, and technical education. Average NCES school rating is 5/10.

As of the 2020 Census, Rochester, a city in Strafford County, NH, had a population of 32,492. The median age is around 41 years. Gender distribution is nearly equal, with about 49% male and 51% female. Racially, Rochester is predominantly White (92.5%), with smaller percentages of Asian (1.6%), Black or African American (1.2%), and those identifying as two or more races (3.4%); about 2.3% are Hispanic or Latino.

Rochester, Strafford County, NH, is served by Frisbie Memorial Hospital (112 beds) and several clinics, including ConvenientMD and Goodwin Community Health. The city’s population is about 32,500, with 95% having health insurance (2022 ACS data). Healthcare access is robust, though 7.3% of residents live below poverty level. About 16% of residents are aged 65+, creating demand for chronic care services—especially for heart disease, diabetes, and substance use disorders. Major providers include Frisbie Health, Core Physicians, and Wentworth-Douglass affiliates. Community health resources focus on primary care, mental health, and addiction treatment.