Randall, MN

Minnesota

Randall is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 647. Residents earn $53,333 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
647 Population 324/sq mi density
$53,333 Median Income $26,544 per capita
$169,400 Home Value $248,658 Zillow
$631 Median Rent 33.1% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$53,333 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$169,400 home value, $631/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,333
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,400
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $631
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population647
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density324/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans15.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,333
Per Capita$26,544
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$1,501M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,400
Rent$631
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$248,658
Housing Units254
Rent Burden33.1%

Health

Obesity37.1%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking17.1%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain27.2 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,178 ft (359 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute24 min
Broadband84.7%
Libraries5

Is Randall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Randall receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $53,333, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Randall is $169,400, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $631 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Randall has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.2 inches, including 52.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Randall has a population of 647 with a density of 324 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

647
Total Population
324
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Randall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Randall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Randall is $53,333, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Randall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,333
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,544
Avg Weekly Wage$909
IRS Avg AGI$65,404

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,122
County GDP$1,501M

Business (County)

Restaurants94
Healthcare101
Retail130
Manufacturing55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,307
6% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone68.3%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Randall is $169,400, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $631 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $248,658.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,400
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$248,658

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$631
46% below US avg
Rent Burden33.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.9%
Housing Units254
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,307
6% below US avg
Effective Rate1.95%
In Randall, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep33.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits62.4%
Premature Death7,367/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access46.2%
Healthcare Facilities101
Randall has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.2 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.2 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall52.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,178 ft (359 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density324/sq mi
Coordinates46.0887°N, 94.5007°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56-point margin. 84.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.3%
D 21.2%

Winner: Republican by 56 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density324/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.7%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants94
Retail Stores130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone68.3%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home3.3%

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