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Randolph, NY

New York · Cattaraugus County

Randolph is a small town in New York with a population of 896. Residents earn $63,036 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
896 Population 276/sq mi density
$63,036 Median Income $34,518 per capita
$89,100 Home Value
$687 Median Rent 22.9% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$63,036 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,100 home value, $687/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,036
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,100
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $687
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population896
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density276/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans13.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,036
Per Capita$34,518
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$3,919M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,100
Rent$687
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units483
Rent Burden22.9%

Health

Obesity35.3%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking16.9%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain49.1 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,297 ft (395 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+89.4%
Graduate+11.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute25 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries13

Is Randolph a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Randolph receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. 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 $63,036, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Randolph is $89,100, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $687 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Randolph has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches, including 133.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Randolph has a population of 896 with a density of 276 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 2.6% Black.

Population

896
Total Population
276
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Randolph vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Randolph vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Randolph is $63,036, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Randolph vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,036
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,518
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$61,456

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,778
County GDP$3,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants201
Healthcare159
Retail284
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,494
86% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Randolph is $89,100, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $687 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,100
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$687
41% below US avg
Rent Burden22.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.1%
Housing Units483
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,494
86% above US avg
Effective Rate7.29%
In Randolph, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,316
Dentists1:2,184
Mental Health1:521
Checkup Rate78.2%
Dental Visits59.2%
Premature Death10,681/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities159
Randolph has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.1 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.1 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall133.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,297 ft (395 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density276/sq mi
Coordinates42.1623°N, 78.9797°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCattaraugus County County
County FIPS36009
Randolph is located in Cattaraugus County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.8-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.6%
36% below US avg
High School+89.4%
Graduate Degree+11.1%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density276/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi
CountyCattaraugus County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities159
Restaurants201
Retail Stores284

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Nearby Cities

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