Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Rochester, Minnesota, call the Rochester Police Department non-emergency line at 507-328-6800 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Rochester
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Rochester Police Department) | 507-328-6800 | 1 |
| City services | 507-328-2311 | 3 |
| Animal shelter, appointments and adoptions (City of Rochester) | 507-328-6960 | 3 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 4 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 5 |
What does the Rochester Police Department say?
"Non-Emergencies: 507-328-6800" 1
Who answers the call?
In Rochester, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Rochester Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Minnesota: Minneapolis, Saint Paul. Outside city limits and on highways: Minnesota State Patrol (MSP). All cities: Police non-emergency numbers by city. Every national number: Emergency numbers in the United States.
Frequently asked questions
What is the non-emergency number for police in Rochester?
507-328-6800, the Rochester Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is 507-328-6800 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; 507-328-6800 is the Rochester Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
What is the animal control number in Rochester?
507-328-6960: Animal shelter, appointments and adoptions (City of Rochester) 3. In an emergency, call 911 2.
Sources · 5
- City of Rochester · Police | City of Rochester checked 2026-11-09
- Federal Communications Commission · Text to 911: What You Need to Know checked 2026-10-20
- City of Rochester · Animal Control & Licenses | City of Rochester checked 2026-11-09
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline · 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline checked 2026-11-05
- MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine · Poison control center - emergency number checked 2026-11-05