Rental GuideRochester, NY

Rochester rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,400

Year Over Year Change

$107

Rentals available, last 30 days

369

Rent ranges for Rochester apartments

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

29%

$751 - $1,500

55%

$0 - $750

29%

55%

How has rent in Rochester, NY changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Rochester, NY, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,400, which is a 7.08% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Rochester, NY is about $1,165. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Rochester, NY is $1,400, and studios are about $885 per month.

See more Rochester, NY rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Rochester, NY?

schools

22,820

students

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Who lives in Rochester, NY?

Gender

48% Male

52% Female

Age Range

0-19

25%

20-34

28%

35-44

11%

45-64

22%

65+

11%

Language

English

78%

Spanish

14%

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

17%

High School

44%

Bachelor's

25%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Rochester, NY?

Families

25% Families

75% Single

Property

64% Renters

36% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

35%

25-50k

25%

50-75k

16%

75-100k

100-150k

150k+

How do residents get around Rochester, NY?

Rochester locals spend about 19 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Rochester is through Buffalo Niagara International Airport, 58.84 miles away.

Walking

4/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

4/10

This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Driving

10/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Scores for Rochester are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for Rochester, NY

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Rochester, 35% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is lower than the national average of 60%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in Rochester

Pet friendly

54%Satisfaction rating

Parks & recreation

54%Satisfaction rating

Public transportation

38%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Quality schools

Job market

Affordable housing

Nightlife

Weather

Dating scene

Cost of living

Quality schools

32%

Job market

31%

Affordable housing

30%

Nightlife

19%

Weather

19%

Dating scene

13%

Cost of living

32%

31%

30%

19%

13%

Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.

How we got this data

What is the cost of living in Rochester, NY?

The overall cost of living in Rochester, NY is 1% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Rochester you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost more. Eggs run about $2.98 per carton, and milk $4.77. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $142.51 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.