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{{Infobox settlement
| name                           = Rochester, New York
| name = Rochester, New York
| settlement_type                 = [[City (New York)|City]]
| settlement_type = City
| image_skyline                   = RochesterCollage4.jpg
| image_skyline = Rochester_skyline.jpg
| imagesize                      = 300x400px
| image_caption = Downtown Rochester skyline
| official_name                  = City of Rochester
| image_flag = Flag_of_Rochester,_New_York.svg
| image_caption                   = (left to right, top to bottom) the [[Eastman Theater]] at the [[Eastman School of Music]]; [[First Federal Plaza]] building; [[Xerox Tower|Xerox]], [[Legacy Tower (Rochester, New York)|Legacy]] (formerly Bausch & Lomb), and [[The Metropolitan (Rochester)|Metropolitan]] (formerly Chase) towers; [[Downtown Rochester]] skyline; [[Rush Rhees Library]] at the [[University of Rochester]]; [[Sacred Heart Cathedral (Rochester, New York)|Sacred Heart cathedral]]; row houses in the [[Grove Place Historic District|Grove Place]] neighborhood
| image_seal = Seal_of_Rochester,_New_York.svg
| image_flag                     = Flag of Rochester, New York.png
| nickname = The Flower City, The Flour City
| image_seal                     = Seal of Rochester, New York.svg
| coordinates = {{coord|43|9|56|N|77|36|41|W|display=inline,title}}
| image_blank_emblem              = Logo of Rochester, New York.svg
| country = United States
| blank_emblem_type              = Logo
| state = New York
| blank_emblem_size              = 80px
| county = Monroe
| blank_emblem_alt                =
| established_title = Founded
| blank_emblem_link              =
| established_date = 1817
| nickname                       = "The Flour City", "The Flower City", "The World's Image Center"
| government_type = Mayor-Council
| motto                          =  
| leader_title = Mayor
| image_map                      = Monroe County New York incorporated and unincorporated areas Rochester highlighted.svg
| leader_name = [[Malik Evans]]
| mapsize                        = 260px
| area_total_sq_mi = 37.17
| map_caption                    = Location in [[Monroe County, New York|Monroe County]] and the [[New York (state)|State of New York]].
| area_land_sq_mi = 35.78
| pushpin_map                    = New York#USA#North America
| area_water_sq_mi = 1.39
| pushpin_map_caption            =
| population_as_of = 2020
| subdivision_type                = Country
| population_total = 211,328
| subdivision_name                = {{flagdeco|US}} [[United States]]
| population_density_sq_mi = 5905.5
| subdivision_type1              = [[U.S. state|State]]
| timezone = Eastern (EST)
| subdivision_name1              = {{flagdeco|New York (state)}} [[New York (state)|New York]]
| utc_offset = -5
| subdivision_type2              = Region
| timezone_DST = EDT
| subdivision_name2              =
| utc_offset_DST = -4
[[Western New York]]; [[Genesee Valley]]
| website = [https://www.cityofrochester.gov/ cityofrochester.gov]
| subdivision_type3              = Metro
| subdivision_name3              =
[[Rochester, New York metropolitan area|Rochester Metropolitan Area]]
| subdivision_type4              = [[List of counties in New York|County]]
| subdivision_name4              = [[Monroe County, New York|Monroe]]
| established_title               = Founded
| established_date               = 1788
| established_title2              = Incorporated as a village
| established_date2              = March 21, 1817 (as Rochesterville)<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~nymonroe/towns.htm|title=RootsWeb.com Home Page|website=www.rootsweb.ancestry.com}}</ref>
| established_title3              = Incorporated as a city
| established_date3              = <nowiki>April 28, 1834</nowiki>
| government_footnotes            =
| government_type                 = [[Mayor–council government|Mayor-Council]]
| leader_title                   = [[List of mayors of Rochester, New York|Mayor]]
| leader_name                     = [[Lovely Warren]] ([[Democratic Party (United States)|D]])
| leader_title1                  = [[City council|City Council]]
| leader_name1                    = {{Collapsible list
| title      = Members' List
| frame_style = border:none; padding: 0;
| title_style = <!-- (optional) -->
| list_style  = text-align:left;display:none;
| 1          = At-Large Members
| 2          = President:
| 3          = • Loretta C. Scott ([[Democratic Party (United States)|D]])
| 4          = Vice President:
| 5          = • Willie J. Lightfoot ([[Democratic Party (United States)|D]])
| 6          = Other At-Large:
| 7          = • Malik D. Evans ([[Democratic Party (United States)|D]])
| 8          = • Mitchell D. Gruber  ([[Democratic Party (United States)|D]])
| 9          = • Jacklyn Ortiz ([[Democratic Party (United States)|D]])
| 10          = Northeast District:
| 11          = • Michael A. Patterson ([[Democratic Party (United States)|D]])
| 12          = East District:
| 13          = • Mary Lupien ([[Democratic Party (United States)|D]])
| 14          = South District:
| 15          = • LaShay Harris ([[Democratic Party (United States)|D]])
| 16          = Northwest District:
| 17          = • Jose Peo ([[Democratic Party (United States)|D]])
}}
| unit_pref                      = Imperial
| area_magnitude                  = 1 E9
| area_total_km2                  = 96.28
| area_total_sq_mi               = 37.17
| area_land_km2                  = 92.63
| area_land_sq_mi                 = 35.77
| area_water_km2                  = 3.64
| area_water_sq_mi               = 1.41
| area_water_percent              = 3.6
| elevation_m                    = 154
| elevation_ft                    = 505
| population_total               = 205,695
| population_as_of                = [[2020 United States Census|2020]]
| population_footnotes            =
| population_density_km2          = 2220.50
| population_density_sq_mi       = 5751.13
| population_urban                = 720,572 (US: [[List of United States urban areas|60th]])
| population_metro                = 1,082,284 (US: [[List of Metropolitan Statistical Areas|51st]])
| population_demonym              = Rochesterian
| postal_code_type                = [[ZIP code]]s
| postal_code                    = 146xx (14604=downtown)
| area_code                      = [[Area code 585|585]]
| area_code_type                  = [[North American Numbering Plan|Area code]]
| unemployment_rate              =  
| website                         = [https://www.cityofrochester.gov www.cityofrochester.gov]
| footnotes                      =
| timezone                        = [[Eastern Time Zone|EST]]
| utc_offset                      = −05:00
| timezone_DST                    = [[Eastern Time Zone|EDT]]
| utc_offset_DST                  = −04:00
| blank_name                      = [[Federal Information Processing Standards|FIPS code]]
| blank_info                      = 36-63000
| blank1_name                    = [[Geographic Names Information System|GNIS]] feature ID
| blank1_info                    = 0962684
| blank2_name_sec2                = [[Interstate Highway System|Interstates]]
| blank2_info_sec2                = [[File:I-90.svg|26px|link=Interstate 90 in New York]] [[File:I-390.svg|26px|link=Interstate 390 (New York)]] [[File:I-490.svg|26px|link=Interstate 490 (New York)]] [[File:I-590.svg|26px|link=Interstate 590 (New York)]]
| pop_est_as_of                  = 2020
| population_est                  = 205,695 {{Decrease}}
}}
}}


'''Rochester''' ({{IPAc-en|ˈ|r|a:|tʃ|ɛ|s|t|ər|,_|-|ɪ|s|-}}) is a [[City (New York)|city]] in the [[U.S. state]] of [[New York (state)|New York]], the [[county seat|seat]] of [[Monroe County, New York|Monroe County]], and the third-most populous in the state after [[New York City]] and [[Buffalo, New York|Buffalo]], with an estimated population of 205,695 in 2020.<ref>https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/rochestercitynewyork</ref> The city of Rochester forms the core of a much larger [[Rochester metropolitan area, New York|metropolitan area]] with a population of around 1.1 million people, across six counties, according to [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rochester,_New_York Wikipedia].
'''Rochester''' is a city in the [[U.S. state]] of [[New York (state)|New York]], and the county seat of [[Monroe County, New York|Monroe County]]. It is located on the southern shore of [[Lake Ontario]] in the western part of the state. Rochester is the fourth most populous city in New York, after [[New York City]], [[Buffalo, New York|Buffalo]], and [[Yonkers, New York|Yonkers]].
 
== History ==
Rochester was one of America's first boomtowns, initially due to the fertile [[Genesee River]] Valley, which gave rise to numerous flour mills, and later as a manufacturing hub. The city was founded in 1817 and quickly became known as "The Flour City". Later, it became known as "The Flower City" due to its extensive nurseries.
 
== Economy ==
Rochester's economy is driven by technology and education. The city is home to several major corporations, including [[Eastman Kodak]], [[Xerox]], and [[Bausch & Lomb]]. The presence of these companies has led to Rochester being known as a center for imaging and optics.
 
== Education ==
Rochester is home to several institutions of higher learning, including the [[University of Rochester]] and the [[Rochester Institute of Technology]]. These institutions contribute significantly to the local economy and culture.
 
== Healthcare ==
Rochester has a robust healthcare system, with several major hospitals and medical centers, including the [[University of Rochester Medical Center]] and [[Rochester General Hospital]]. The city is known for its medical research and healthcare services.
 
== Culture ==
Rochester has a rich cultural scene, with numerous festivals, museums, and theaters. The [[Rochester International Jazz Festival]] is one of the largest jazz festivals in the country. The city is also home to the [[George Eastman Museum]], the world's oldest photography museum.
 
== Transportation ==
Rochester is served by the [[Greater Rochester International Airport]], and has a network of highways and public transportation options, including buses operated by the [[Rochester-Genesee Regional Transportation Authority]].
 
== Notable People ==
Rochester has been home to many notable individuals, including [[Susan B. Anthony]], a leader in the women's suffrage movement, and [[Frederick Douglass]], a prominent abolitionist and orator.
 
== See also ==
* [[List of cities in New York]]
* [[History of Rochester, New York]]
 
== References ==
{{Reflist}}
 
== External links ==
* [https://www.cityofrochester.gov/ Official website of Rochester]
* [https://www.visitrochester.com/ Visit Rochester - Tourism Information]


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Latest revision as of 20:30, 30 December 2024


Rochester, New York
General Information
Name Rochester,NY
Native Name
Other Names
Settlement Type City
Transliteration
Language 1
Type 1
Info 1
Location
Coordinates 
   
       43°9 
       56°N
Map
Population
Total 211,328
Density per km²
Area
Total km²
Land km²
Water km²
Government
Type Mayor-Council
Leader Malik Evans
Time Zone
Standard UTC-5
DST UTC-4


Rochester is a city in the U.S. state of New York, and the county seat of Monroe County. It is located on the southern shore of Lake Ontario in the western part of the state. Rochester is the fourth most populous city in New York, after New York City, Buffalo, and Yonkers.

History[edit]

Rochester was one of America's first boomtowns, initially due to the fertile Genesee River Valley, which gave rise to numerous flour mills, and later as a manufacturing hub. The city was founded in 1817 and quickly became known as "The Flour City". Later, it became known as "The Flower City" due to its extensive nurseries.

Economy[edit]

Rochester's economy is driven by technology and education. The city is home to several major corporations, including Eastman Kodak, Xerox, and Bausch & Lomb. The presence of these companies has led to Rochester being known as a center for imaging and optics.

Education[edit]

Rochester is home to several institutions of higher learning, including the University of Rochester and the Rochester Institute of Technology. These institutions contribute significantly to the local economy and culture.

Healthcare[edit]

Rochester has a robust healthcare system, with several major hospitals and medical centers, including the University of Rochester Medical Center and Rochester General Hospital. The city is known for its medical research and healthcare services.

Culture[edit]

Rochester has a rich cultural scene, with numerous festivals, museums, and theaters. The Rochester International Jazz Festival is one of the largest jazz festivals in the country. The city is also home to the George Eastman Museum, the world's oldest photography museum.

Transportation[edit]

Rochester is served by the Greater Rochester International Airport, and has a network of highways and public transportation options, including buses operated by the Rochester-Genesee Regional Transportation Authority.

Notable People[edit]

Rochester has been home to many notable individuals, including Susan B. Anthony, a leader in the women's suffrage movement, and Frederick Douglass, a prominent abolitionist and orator.

See also[edit]

References[edit]

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External links[edit]

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