Rochester
Village in Lorain County, Ohio

Rochester is a village in Lorain County, Ohio, with 159 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 928 ft (283 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Wellington, 4.6 miles NE.
- 159residents (2020 Census)
- 928 ftelevation · 283 m
- 1.1 sq miland area · 2.9 km²
- 142 / sq mipopulation density
- 44851ZIP code
About Rochester
Rochester is a village in Lorain County, Ohio, United States, along the West Branch of the Black River. The population was 159 at the 2020 census.
The village derives its name from Rochester, New York, the native home of a land agent.
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- Median household income
- $59,861
- Median home value
- $136,400
- Median age
- 39.9
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Rochester had 159 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 159 |
|---|---|
| Density | 142 per sq mi (55 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Rochester at a glance
| State | Ohio (OH) |
|---|---|
| County | Lorain County |
| Type | Village |
| Population | 159 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.12 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Water area | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km²) |
| Elevation | 928 ft (283 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.1241° N, 82.3063° W |
| ZIP code | 44851 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3967762 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Rochester
- Wellington4.6 mi NE
- New London6.0 mi SW
- Sullivan8.6 mi SE
- Spencer9.8 mi E
- Kipton9.8 mi N
- Wakeman10.2 mi NW
- Pheasant Run10.3 mi NE
- Cinnamon Lake11.1 mi SE
- Savannah11.2 mi S
- Oberlin11.7 mi N
- Bailey Lakes12.4 mi S
- Collins12.7 mi NW
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Frequently asked questions about Rochester
What county is Rochester in?
Rochester is in Lorain County, Ohio.
What is the population of Rochester, OH?
159 people lived in Rochester at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Rochester, OH?
The ZIP code of Rochester is 44851.
What is the elevation of Rochester?
928 feet (283 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Rochester?
Wellington (4.6 mi), New London (6.0 mi), Sullivan (8.6 mi), Spencer (9.8 mi), Kipton (9.8 mi).
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