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Rochester

Pop. 33,144·13th most expensive in New Hampshire·Rental market data updated monthly for Rochester, NH
Median rent (all units)
$2,069/mo
Year-over-Year
+0.8%
Month-over-Month
-3.0%
vs US Median
+$107
Falling (Monthly)
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Rochester · $2,069
More expensive than 62% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
31% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,069/mo, rent takes about 31% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$83,000/yr
Local median income
$80,836/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Rochester's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,340
1 BR
$1,430
2 BR
$1,810
3 BR
$2,310
4 BR+
$2,700
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,810/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,069 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$24,828/yr
At $2,069/mo median
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (up only 0.8% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.8% YoY, -3.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Rochester, NH is majority owner-occupied, 27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
33,144
Median income
$80,836
Median age
43
Renters
34%
Age distribution
18.2%
21.7%
25.5%
15%
19.6%
Under 1818.2%
18–3421.7%
35–5425.5%
55–6415%
65+19.6%
Gender
50.5%
49.5%
Male50.5%
Female49.5%
Race & ethnicity
91.6%
White91.6%
Black1.1%
Hispanic2.2%
Asian1.4%
Other3.7%
Education (25+)
32.4%
34%
27.1%
No HS diploma6.5%
HS diploma32.4%
Some college34%
Bachelor's+27.1%
Housing tenure
66%
34%
Owner66%
Renter34%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Rochester, NH has changed in 5 years

Income
$70,582 → $80,836
up 14.5%
Population
32,317 → 33,144
up 2.6%
Renter share
34.7% → 34%
-0.7 pts
Bachelor's+
24.4% → 27.1%
+2.7 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in Rochester, NH now reports about $80,836, up from $70,582 in 2021. The population has grown by 2.6% since 2021, moving from about 32,317 residents to roughly 33,144. College-educated residents now make up 27.1% of adults here, versus 24.4% in 2021.

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At $2,069/mo, how Rochester rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Rochester rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Rochester. Click any size for full breakdown.

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About renting in Rochester, NH

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Rochester is $2,069/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,340/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,810/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,430/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,310/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($80,836/yr), Rochester ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rochester an affordable city for renters?

Rochester is considered moderate for renters. At $2,069/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($80,836/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rochester slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Rochester?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $83,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,069/mo in Rochester. The local median household income is $80,836/yr, meaning the typical Rochester household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Rochester?

Rent in Rochester has increased 0.8% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Rochester rent compare to other cities in New Hampshire?

Rochester is one of the more affordable cities in New Hampshire for rent, ranking #13 out of 19 tracked cities at $2,069/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Rochester?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Rochester ($2,069/mo): Farmington ($1,350/mo), Springvale ($1,895/mo), Somersworth ($1,937/mo).

What percentage of Rochester residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34% of Rochester households are renters, while 66% are owner-occupied. Rochester leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Rochester rent compare to the national average?

Rochester's median rent of $2,069/mo is $107 (5%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within New Hampshire, it ranks #13 out of 19 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $2,069/mo, rent takes ~31% of Rochester's median household income ($80,836/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Rochester 31%Benchmark 30%
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