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Rochester Magazine — Rates, Specs & Deadlines
Rochester, MN · 2026 Edition
The most widely read and distributed magazine in the area, averaging more than 56,000 readers from 15,000 monthly copies — including 3,000 direct mailed to high-end homeowners and 1,800 to downtown hotel rooms.
Rates
2026 Rates & Sizing
All rates are per issue.
| Ad Size | Dimensions | 1–6 Issues | 7–11 Issues |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 Page | 3.56" × 4.75" | $695 | $595 |
| 1/2 Page (H / V) | 7.25" × 4.75" / 3.56" × 9.75" | $995 | $895 |
| Full Page | 7.25" × 9.75" no bleed* | $1,595 | $1,495 |
| Page 3 | 7.25" × 9.75" no bleed* | $1,895 | $1,795 |
| Inside Front | 7.25" × 9.75" no bleed* | $1,895 | $1,795 |
| Inside Back | 7.25" × 9.75" no bleed* | $1,950 | $1,850 |
| Back Cover | 7.25" × 9.75" no bleed* | $2,100 | $1,950 |
| Magazine Directory Listing | 30 word maximum | $125 | $80 |
| Local Table (11-month contract) | 1/6 page | — | $125 |
Special Programs
- Calendar Sponsorship: Sponsored logo/ad on monthly calendar in every issue, plus full page ad on back cover of the June/July summer tipped-in calendar — $4,500. SOLD
- Nonprofit Spotlight: Promote your group or event. $250/month — includes 1/2 page of editorial and 1/4 page ad.
- Online Advertising: Call or email for available options and pricing.
Specs
Mechanical Specifications
Full Page Bleed Specifications
| Setting | Dimensions |
|---|---|
| Trim | 8.25" × 10.75" |
| Bleed | 8.75" × 11.25" |
| Text Safety Zone | 7.25" × 9.75" |
| Bleed Amount | 0.25" |
Crop marks are not necessary, but the file MUST include a bleed. If you include crop marks, please place them outside the bleed.
Ad Design Assistance
If you need our assistance with ad design, your ad copy information and materials must be submitted by the Ad Copy Deadline listed below.
Deadlines
2026 Submission Deadlines
| Issue | Ad Copy Deadline | Street Date |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12/8/25 | 1/2/26 |
| February | 1/8/26 | 1/30/26 |
| March | 2/10/26 | 3/2/26 |
| April | 3/9/26 | 4/1/26 |
| May | 4/6/26 | 5/1/26 |
| June / July | 5/15/26 | 6/8/26 |
| August | 7/7/26 | 7/31/26 |
| September | 8/7/26 | 9/1/26 |
| October | 9/8/26 | 10/1/26 |
| November | 10/6/26 | 10/30/26 |
| December | 11/6/26 | 12/1/26 |
Contact
Get in touch
To Secure Space & Pricing
Contact
Tessa Olive, Advertising Director
Phone
(507) 281-7469
Email
tolive@postbulletin.com
Submit Ads
tolive@postbulletin.com
Editorial
Editor
Steve Lange
Phone
(507) 285-7770
Email
slange@rochestermagazine.com
Web
rochestermagazine.com