Randolph, NE

Nebraska

Randolph is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 903. Residents earn $76,591 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
903 Population 836/sq mi density
$76,591 Median Income $34,219 per capita
$122,500 Home Value $148,396 Zillow
$691 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,591 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,500 home value, $691/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,591
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $122,500
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.5%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $691
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population903
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density836/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,591
Per Capita$34,219
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$738M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,500
Rent$691
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$148,396

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.8%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Elevation1,658 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.5%
High School+98.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute21 min
Libraries3

Is Randolph a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Randolph receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. 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 $76,591, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Randolph is $122,500, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $691 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% 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 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches, including 32.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Randolph has a population of 903 with a density of 836 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%).

Population

903
Total Population
836
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Randolph vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Randolph vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Randolph is $76,591, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Randolph vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,591
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,219
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$80,902

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)244
County GDP$738M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare20
Retail32
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,155
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Randolph is $122,500, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $691 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,396.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,500
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$148,396

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$691
41% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,155
19% above US avg
Effective Rate3.39%
In Randolph, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.8% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression17.8%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death7,469/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access70.1%
Healthcare Facilities20

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Randolph has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.5 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall32.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,658 ft (505 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density836/sq mi
Coordinates42.3780°N, 97.3577°W
County FIPS31139
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.8%
D 11.4%

Winner: Republican by 76.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.5%
21% below US avg
High School+98.4%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density836/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants14
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Work from Home7.2%

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