Randolph, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Randolph is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 465. Residents earn $101,786 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
465 Population 489/sq mi density
$101,786 Median Income $39,373 per capita
$268,800 Home Value $450,304 Zillow
$1,619 Median Rent 17.6% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$101,786 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$268,800 home value, $1,619/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,786
35% higher than US avg
Home Value $268,800
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,619
39% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population465
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density489/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$101,786
Per Capita$39,373
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$37,138M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$268,800
Rent$1,619
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$450,304
Rent Burden17.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain32.3 in/yr
Elevation886 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+97.6%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 55%
Commute29 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries10

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 above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. 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 $101,786, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Randolph among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Randolph is $268,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,619 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Randolph experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.3 inches, including 41.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Randolph has a population of 465 with a density of 489 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%).

Population

465
Total Population
489
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Randolph vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Randolph vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Randolph is $101,786, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Randolph vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,786
35% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,373
Avg Weekly Wage$1,400
IRS Avg AGI$96,679

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,950
County GDP$37,138M

Business (County)

Restaurants748
Healthcare1,340
Retail1,196
Manufacturing400

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,014
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Randolph is $268,800, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,619 (39% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $450,304.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$268,800
5% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$450,304

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,619
39% above US avg
Rent Burden17.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,014
43% above US avg
Effective Rate1.87%
In Randolph, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate72.3%
Premature Death5,146/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access96.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,340

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Randolph has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.3 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall41.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation886 ft (270 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density489/sq mi
Coordinates44.5266°N, 93.0206°W
County FIPS27037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.9-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.5%
D 55.4%

Winner: Democrat by 12.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.3%
31% below US avg
High School+97.6%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density489/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,340
Restaurants748
Retail Stores1,196

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home3.3%

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