Randall, IA

Iowa

Randall is a small town in Iowa with a population of 160. Residents earn $69,688 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
160 Population 390/sq mi density
$69,688 Median Income $33,921 per capita
$106,300 Home Value
$825 Median Rent 35.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$69,688 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,300 home value, $825/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,688
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.3%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

How Randall Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population160
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density390/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,688
Per Capita$33,921
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$1,116M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,300
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units73
Rent Burden35.0%

Health

Obesity35.6%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking14.1%
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,028 ft (313 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.3%
High School+96.6%
Graduate+8.8%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute28 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries6

Is Randall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Randall receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Randall offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Randall is $69,688, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Randall is $106,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Randall experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches, including 32.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Randall has a population of 160 with a density of 390 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%).

Population

160
Total Population
390
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Randall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Randall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Randall is $69,688, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Randall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,688
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,921
Avg Weekly Wage$1,018
IRS Avg AGI$75,752

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)487
County GDP$1,116M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare28
Retail47
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,538
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone71.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Randall is $106,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,300
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden35.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.2%
Housing Units73
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,538
30% above US avg
Effective Rate4.27%
In Randall, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.1% are current smokers. 22.2% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Randall vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep32.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits68.7%
Premature Death7,954/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities28
Randall has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.9 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.9 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall32.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,028 ft (313 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density390/sq mi
Coordinates42.2370°N, 93.6026°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.3-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.1%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.3%
43% below US avg
High School+96.6%
Graduate Degree+8.8%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density390/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants24
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone71.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.5%

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