Randolph, MS

Mississippi

Randolph is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 650. Residents earn $45,584 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
650 Population 411/sq mi density
$45,584 Median Income $12,426 per capita
$217,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$45,584 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$217,300 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,584
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $217,300
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population650
Median Age18.4 yrs
Density411/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,584
Per Capita$12,426
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$1,286M
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$217,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain60.8 in/yr
Elevation469 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+67.8%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute27 min
Broadband11.1%
Libraries2

Is Randolph a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Randolph receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $45,584, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Randolph is $217,300, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Randolph enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Randolph has a population of 650 with a density of 411 people per square mile. The median age is 18.4 years, 53% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

650
Total Population
411
People / sq mi
18.4yrs
Median Age
53% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.2%
Female 60.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Randolph vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.1%
13% below US avg
Spanish31.9%
138% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Randolph vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Randolph is $45,584, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Randolph vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,584
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,426
Avg Weekly Wage$802
IRS Avg AGI$53,652

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)563
County GDP$1,286M

Business (County)

Restaurants47
Healthcare48
Retail106
Manufacturing67

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,494
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Randolph is $217,300, 23% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$217,300
23% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$751
1 Bedroom$782
2 Bedrooms$924
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,295

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,494
29% below US avg
Effective Rate1.15%
In Randolph, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma9.6%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.9%
Checkup Rate70.1%
Premature Death11,381/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access55.4%
Healthcare Facilities48

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Randolph has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.8 inches
60% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation469 ft (143 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density411/sq mi
Coordinates34.1813°N, 89.1616°W
County FIPS28115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.7-point margin. 11.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.5%
D 15.7%

Winner: Republican by 67.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+67.8%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density411/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access11.1%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants47
Retail Stores106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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