Randolph County

Randolph County, AL, has a population of approximately 21,000 people. The racial composition is around 70% White, 27% Black or African American, and 3% other races. The median household income is about $35,000, with 25% of residents living below the poverty line. The median age is 43 years. Roughly 15% of the population has a bachelor's degree or higher.

As of 2023, Randolph County, AL has a median home value of around $100,000. The average household size is 2.52 people. Homeownership rate is approximately 75%. The median monthly housing cost for homeowners with a mortgage is about $950, while for renters it's around $625. Housing units total around 11,600, with a vacancy rate of approximately 15%.

As of the most recent election cycle, Randolph County, Alabama, featured several key races. In the 2022 General Election, the county reported a total of 11,769 registered voters, with a turnout of approximately 65.8%.

Key races included:

1. County Commission - Four districts had seats up for grabs. Notable candidates included Doyle Allen (District 1) and Larry Roberts (District 3) on the Republican ticket.
2. Sheriff's Race - Jeff Fuller, the incumbent, ran as a Republican.
3. Board of Education - Seats in Districts 1, 2, and 4 saw competition, with figures like Brad Johnson and Debbie Wideman drawing attention.

Specific results and the full list of candidates can be obtained from the Randolph County Board of Registrars or their official website for the most up-to-date and accurate information.

As of the latest data, Randolph County, AL, shows the following educational attainment:

• High School Graduate or Higher: 73.1%
• Bachelor's Degree or Higher: 14.3%

In comparison to national and state averages:

• United States (High School Graduate or Higher): 88%
• United States (Bachelor’s Degree or Higher): 32.1%
• Alabama (High School Graduate or Higher): 85%
• Alabama (Bachelor’s Degree or Higher): 25.5%

Randolph County lags behind both the national and state averages in educational attainment. The percentage of residents with at least a high school diploma is approximately 15% below the national average and about 12% below the state average. Similarly, the number of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher is significantly lower, trailing by around 18% and 11%, respectively.

As of recent data, Randolph County, AL, has a labor force participation rate of approximately 56%, with an unemployment rate around 3.5%. The top industries in Randolph County include manufacturing, education, health services, and retail trade.

In manufacturing, around 25% of the workforce is employed, higher than the national average of approximately 8.5% and the Alabama state average of about 13%. Education and health services employ 20% of the county's workforce, which is slightly above the national average of 19% and comparable to the state average. Retail trade employs 11% of the workforce locally, close to the national average of 11.5% and the state average of 12%.

These industries are crucial for the local economy, with manufacturing playing a particularly significant role in the county compared to broader averages.

As of the most recent data, Randolph County, Alabama, has a median household income of approximately $37,000. This figure is significantly lower than both the national median household income, which is around $68,700, and the Alabama state median household income, which is approximately $52,000.

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These figures highlight the economic disparities within the region and relative to broader averages.

As of the latest reports, Randolph County, AL, has a relatively low crime rate compared to state and national averages. The overall crime rate is 13.4 per 1,000 residents annually. Property crimes—burglary, larceny, and motor vehicle theft—are more common than violent crimes like assault and robbery.

These rates ensure Randolph County remains a relatively safe area, although property crimes should not be overlooked.