Randolph, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Randolph is a small town in Kansas with a population of 182. Residents earn $71,071 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
182 Population 650/sq mi density
$71,071 Median Income $29,448 per capita
$156,800 Home Value $290,738 Zillow
$960 Median Rent 13.3% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$71,071 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,800 home value, $960/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,071
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $156,800
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.2%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $960
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.2%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population182
Median Age34.5 yrs
Density650/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,071
Per Capita$29,448
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$3,814M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,800
Rent$960
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$290,738
Rent Burden13.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Elevation1,253 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.2%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute15 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries3

Is Randolph a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Randolph receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Randolph stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Randolph is $71,071, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Randolph is $156,800, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $960 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Randolph experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Randolph has a population of 182 with a density of 650 people per square mile. The median age is 34.5 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.8%), with 6.6% Hispanic.

Population

182
Total Population
650
People / sq mi
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.4%
Female 56.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Randolph vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Randolph vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Randolph is $71,071, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Randolph vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,071
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,448
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$75,031

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,032
County GDP$3,814M

Business (County)

Restaurants165
Healthcare226
Retail226
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,783
94% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.7 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Randolph is $156,800, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $960 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $290,738.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,800
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$290,738

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$960
17% below US avg
Rent Burden13.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,783
94% above US avg
Effective Rate4.33%
In Randolph, 27.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.2%
15% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death5,337/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access88.6%
Healthcare Facilities226

Crime Rates: Randolph vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Randolph has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,253 ft (382 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density650/sq mi
Coordinates39.4294°N, 96.7594°W
County FIPS20161
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.8-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.8%
D 49.6%

Winner: Democrat by 1.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.2%
25% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.80
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density650/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities226
Restaurants165
Retail Stores226

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.7 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

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