Randolph, IA

Iowa

Randolph is a small town in Iowa with a population of 268. Residents earn $44,659 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
268 Population 893/sq mi density
$44,659 Median Income $21,546 per capita
$93,300 Home Value $168,175 Zillow
$1,087 Median Rent 13.9% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$44,659 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,300 home value, $1,087/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,659
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,300
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.6%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,087
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population268
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density893/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$44,659
Per Capita$21,546
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$394M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,300
Rent$1,087
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,175
Housing Units71
Rent Burden13.9%

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking16.2%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation974 ft (297 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.6%
High School+92.5%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute30 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries5

Is Randolph a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Randolph receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Randolph offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Randolph is $44,659, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Randolph is $93,300, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,087 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Randolph experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches, including 20.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Randolph has a population of 268 with a density of 893 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.8%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 9.7% Black.

Population

268
Total Population
893
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Randolph vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.0%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.0%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Randolph vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Randolph is $44,659, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Randolph vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,659
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,546
Avg Weekly Wage$927
IRS Avg AGI$72,410

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)285
County GDP$394M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare13
Retail30
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,425
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Drive Alone95.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Randolph is $93,300, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,087 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,175.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,300
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,175

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,087
7% below US avg
Rent Burden13.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.7%
Housing Units71
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,425
2% below US avg
Effective Rate3.67%
In Randolph, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits64.6%
Premature Death9,007/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access28.9%
Healthcare Facilities13
Randolph has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall20.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation974 ft (297 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density893/sq mi
Coordinates40.8731°N, 95.5647°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.6-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%
D 27%

Winner: Republican by 44.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.6%
30% below US avg
High School+92.5%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density893/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants14
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Drive Alone95.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

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