Rochester, Wisconsin
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −38.1% |
| 2008 | −27.4% |
| 2012 | −35.6% |
| 2016 | −42.4% |
| 2020 | −41.3% |
| 2024 | −41.2% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 28.9%Harris757 | 70.0%Trump1,836 | 1.1% | R+41.2 | D+0.2 | R+39.7 | 2,622 | |
| R | 28.5%Biden743 | 69.8%Trump1,821 | 1.7% | R+41.3 | D+1.1 | R+45.8 | 2,608 | |
| R | 26.5%Clinton588 | 68.9%Trump1,527 | 4.5% | R+42.4 | R+6.8 | R+44.5 | 2,215 | |
| R | 31.7%Obama705 | 67.3%Romney1,496 | 1.0% | R+35.6 | R+8.2 | R+39.4 | 2,223 | |
| R | 35.7%Obama751 | 63.1%McCain1,328 | 1.2% | R+27.4 | D+10.6 | R+34.7 | 2,104 | |
| R | 31.0%Kerry680 | 69.0%Bush1,516 | 0.0% | R+38.1 | — | R+35.6 | 2,196 |
Rochester sits in the Upper Midwest. In 2024 it voted Republican.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 42.4 points in 2016. The 2024 margin was 41.2 points.
A population of 3,764, a 95% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $107,038 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Rochester, Wisconsin vote in 2024?
In 2024, Rochester, Wisconsin voted Republican by 41.2 points (R+41.2), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 2,622 votes cast, 757 went Democratic and 1,836 went Republican.
How many people live in Rochester, Wisconsin?
Rochester, Wisconsin has a population of 3,764 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Rochester, Wisconsin?
Median household income in Rochester, Wisconsin is $107,038 — above the national median of $80,734. The Wisconsin state median is $77,485.
What is the political history of Rochester, Wisconsin?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Rochester, Wisconsin from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.