Rochester, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rochester, Kentucky had a total population of 155, the 493rd largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $78,542, which is 23% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x.
- Unemployment rate of 9.8% is notably above the national average.
Rochester Quick Facts
How Rochester Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 197 | 155 | -21.3% |
How Rochester Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 33 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Rochester Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Butler County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morgantown | 2,479 | $37,604 | 37.3% | $114,000 |
| Woodbury | 84 | $70,357 | 2.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Rochester
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allensville | 158 | N/A | $80,000 | 0.0% | 5.1% |
| Anthoston | 144 | N/A | $167,900 | 0.0% | 22.9% |
| St. Joseph | 144 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 85.4% |
| Dwale | 170 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 28.2% |
| Mount Olivet | 170 | N/A | $65,000 | 22.1% | 31.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 155, Rochester's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Rochester is a small community located in Kentucky, within Butler County. The total population is 155. It ranks as the 493rd most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Rochester is 41.3 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Rochester is $78,542. This is 23% higher than the state median of $63,726. It is also 3% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.6%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 9.8%. This is 100% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $167,500. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Rochester is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 84.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Rochester was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
22.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% lower than the state rate of 27.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Rochester, Kentucky is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Kentucky state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Rochester, Kentucky?
Rochester, Kentucky has a population of 155 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rochester, KY?
The median household income in Rochester is $78,542, which is 3% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Rochester, KY?
The poverty rate in Rochester is 13.6%. This means approximately 21 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Rochester, Kentucky?
Rochester's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Rochester, KY?
The median home value in Rochester is $167,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.
How educated is Rochester, Kentucky?
22.8% of adults (25+) in Rochester hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.