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Rochester Hills, MI

Rochester Hills is a city in Oakland County in the U.S. state of Michigan. As of the 2020 census, the city had a total population of 76,300. It is the 14th-largest city in Michigan. It has also ranked as the safest city in Michigan for the past seven years. 

The area was first settled by European Americans in 1817 and organized as Avon Township in 1835.  The City of Rochester was incorporated in 1967, while the remaining area of Avon Township was incorporated and renamed the City of Rochester Hills in 1984. Considered a northern suburb of Metro Detroit, Rochester Hills is about 12 miles (19.3 km) north of Detroit.

Before European settlement, the area now known as Rochester Hills was inhabited by Native Americans, namely the Potawatomi. The Potawatomi depended on the area's abundant water sources, such as the Clinton River and Paint Creek, to grow crops, fish, and travel. They resided here until the 1807 Treaty of Detroit caused them, along with the Odawa, Wyandot, and Ojibwe peoples, to cede their land in Southeast Michigan.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 32.91 square miles (85.24 km2), of which 32.82 square miles (85.00 km2) is land and 0.09 square miles (0.23 km2) (0.27%) is water. 

Rochester Hills is bordered to the north by Oakland Charter Township along Dutton Road, to the south by the city of Troy along South Boulevard, to the east by Shelby Township in Macomb County along Dequindre Road, and to the west by the city of Auburn Hills along part of Adams Road. Rochester Hills is also partially bordered by the city of Rochester to the east. Elevations in the city range from 690 feet (210 m) above sea level in the southeastern portion of the city to 1,032 feet (315 m) in the northwestern section.

Rochester Hills places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. The Rochester Athletic Club provides an excellent facility with a wide range of fitness classes, tennis courts, and a swimming pool. Massage Green Spa emphasizes holistic health with its eco-friendly approach, offering various massage therapies and facials. LA Fitness is well-equipped with modern workout machines, group fitness classes, and personal training options. Updog Yoga offers various yoga classes designed to enhance physical and mental well-being. Pushna Wellness integrates traditional wellness practices with modern therapies, featuring services such as chiropractic care and nutritional counseling. Planet Fitness offers a welcoming environment for fitness enthusiasts of all levels with its affordable memberships and extensive equipment. Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. 

Top sites in Rochester Hills, MI are Innovation Hills, Meadow Brook Hall, and Rochester Hand ills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm.

Population: 76,002 (2023). ZIP codes: 48306–48309. Area codes: 248, 947. Elevation: 820 ft (250 m). Area: 32.90 sq mi (85.22 km2).

FAQs

What is the history of Rochester Hills, MI?

The area was first settled by European Americans in 1817 and organized as Avon Township in 1835. The City of Rochester was incorporated in 1967, while the remaining area of Avon Township was incorporated and renamed the City of Rochester Hills in 1984. Considered a northern suburb of Metro Detroit, Rochester Hills is about 12 miles (19.3 km) north of Detroit.

Is it expensive to live in Rochester, MI?

Rochester, Michigan's cost of living is 4% higher than the national average. The cost of living in any area can vary based on factors such as your career, average salary, and the real estate market of that area. Rochester's housing expenses are 10% higher than the national average and the utility prices are 6% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are about the same as the national average.

What is the crime rate in Rochester Hills, MI?

Rochester Hills has an overall crime rate of 8 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Rochester Hills is 1 in 130. How does Rochester Hills fare compared to other communities in Michigan of all population sizes? Rochester Hills's crime rate is lower than approximately 57% of Michigan communities.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Rochester Hills

Payscale

Neighborhood Scout

Innovation Hills

Meadow Brook Hall

Rochester Hand ills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm

Rochester Athletic Club

Massage Green Spa

LA Fitness

Updog Yoga

Pushna Wellness

Planet Fitness

Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital 

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