Randolph County

As of the 2020 census, Randolph County, Illinois, had a population of approximately 30,163. The racial composition was around 87% White, 8% African American, and 5% other races or mixed. Hispanic or Latino residents made up about 2% of the population. The median household income was $51,131, and around 12% of residents lived below the poverty line. The county has a total area of 597 square miles, with population density at around 50 people per square mile.

As of the latest data, Randolph County, IL has a median home value of approximately $86,000. The average rent is around $650 per month. The county has a homeownership rate of 76.1%, with approximately 63.2% of housing units being single-family homes. The vacancy rate stands at about 10.5%. Most houses were built between 1940 and 1979. The median household income is around $53,000, impacting housing affordability and market dynamics.

As of the latest 2022 election information for Randolph County, Illinois:

• Voter Turnout: Approximately 57.6% of registered voters participated.
• Registered Voters: 17,573
• Votes Cast: 10,121

Key Races:

County Board

• District 1:

  • (D) Ronald J. White: 5,436 votes
  • (R) Amy Cortinas: 4,345 votes

• District 2:

  • (D) Paul J. Bigham: 5,876 votes
  • (R) Dave Holder: 2,941 votes

Sheriff

• (D) Shannon Wolff*: 6,234 votes
• (R) Philip McGovern: 3,671 votes

County Clerk

• (D) Melanie L. Johnson: 6,542 votes
• (R) Jason L. Scott: 3,362 votes

These numbers and candidates provide a snapshot of the competitive landscape in key races within Randolph County, IL.

(* denotes an incumbent candidate)

In Randolph County, IL, approximately 87.6% of residents aged 25 and over have earned at least a high school diploma, which is slightly below the national average of around 88%. For higher education, about 14.9% of the county's residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of approximately 32% and the Illinois state average of around 34%. This indicates that Randolph County has a lower level of higher educational attainment compared to both state and national figures. Additionally, in Illinois, the high school graduation rate is about 87%, closely aligning with the county's rate but still reflecting the area's lower numbers in higher education degrees.

As of the most recent data, Randolph County, Illinois, has an employment rate with approximately 14,000 people employed. The top industries in the county include manufacturing, healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and educational services. Notably, manufacturing constitutes about 25% of the employment sector in Randolph County, significantly higher than the state of Illinois average of around 10% and the national average of approximately 8.5%.

Healthcare and social assistance follow, roughly in line with state and national trends, comprising about 14% of employment locally, compared to 15% statewide and 14% nationally. Retail trade also plays a critical role, employing around 12% of the workforce in the county, slightly above the national average of 11%.

The county's economic landscape shows a stronger reliance on manufacturing compared to broader state and national economies, suggesting a specialized local industrial base.

As of the latest available data, Randolph County, IL, has an average household income of approximately $57,000. This value is somewhat lower than both the national and state averages. The median household income in the United States stands at about $70,000, while Illinois has a median household income of around $68,000.

Income Statistics:

This shows that Randolph County's average income is below both the national and state averages, highlighting a potential income disparity in this area.

As of the most recent data available, Randolph County, Illinois, has a lower crime rate compared to national averages. The county reported lower incidences of violent crimes, but property crimes are somewhat prevalent. Here's a snapshot of crime rates per 100,000 inhabitants for several crime categories:

These values highlight the areas where law enforcement may focus to reduce crime further in Randolph County. The actual numbers might fluctuate annually, and it's advisable to consult the latest reports from local law enforcement or the FBI for updated statistics.