Rochester
City in Pennsylvania, United States
Overview
Rochester, Pennsylvania, is a small borough set at the confluence of the Beaver and Ohio Rivers, offering a blend of historical charm and small-town friendliness. Its scenic riverfront, cozy neighborhoods, and welcoming community make it a peaceful destination for those seeking a local experience near Pittsburgh.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Pennsylvania
Population
3,785
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
40.70°, -80.29°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
68
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
88
Monthly Cost
$2,005
Local Cost
$1,200
Local Income
$2,500
Cashless
80
English
100
Temperature
10.5°C
Summer Avg
22.1°C
Winter Avg
-1.6°C
Record High
37.7°C
Record Low
-23.1°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
989 mm
Internet Speed
312 Mbps
Upload
220 Mbps
Latency
12 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
70
Walk Score
70
Footways
140.0
Airport
BFP
Distance
12 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 6 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.