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Population Review

Randolph County, Missouri Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 45th-largest in Missouri

The population of Randolph County, Missouri is 24,524 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 45th-largest county in Missouri. The median household income is $55,310, the median home value is $141,900, and the median age is 40.1.

The population of Randolph County has declined 5.4% since 2010 (25,454 → 24,077), a -0.40% annualized rate.

Randolph County within Missouri · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

24,524

Population

-0.40%

Annual growth

51

People / sq mi

$55,310

Median Income

$141,900

Median Home Value

Randolph County covers 483 sq mi of land at 50.8 people per square mile.

About Randolph County, MO

Educational attainment is the headline number in Randolph County: 17.1% of adults 25 and older have a four-year degree. With 24,524 residents, Randolph County is a county in Missouri. It ranks #45 among counties in Missouri by population.

Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $55,310, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 11.4%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $141,900, with typical rent around $742.

College attainment is 17.1%, below the national 35.0%. Around 6.4% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.

Randolph County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Randolph County had a population of 25,454 in 2010 and 24,077 in 2024, a -5.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 25,454 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.39%.

2010 · 25K20102024
Randolph County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

24,077

Population (2024)

25,454

Population (2010)

25,454

Peak (2010)

-0.39%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201025,454
201125,283
201225,337
201324,953
201425,063
201525,063
201624,992
201724,909
201824,697
201924,839
202024,457
202124,569
202224,619
202324,105
202424,077

Race & Ethnicity

White88.9%
Black or African American5.0%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.2%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

40.1

Median Age

48.1%

Female

51.9%

Male

17.2%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
5.8%
5–9
6.7%
10–14
5.8%
15–19
5.7%
20–24
6.1%
25–34
13.5%
35–44
13.1%
45–54
12.7%
55–59
5.9%
60–64
7.6%
65–74
9.9%
75–84
5.6%
85+
1.7%

Children (under 15): 18.3% · Seniors (65+): 17.2%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$55,310$-13,610 vs state
Mean household income$69,996
Per-capita income$27,268
Poverty rate11.4%+3.0% vs state
Unemployment rate2.5%
Employment-to-population54.4%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
24.5%
Manufacturing
13.7%
Retail trade
9.7%
Education & health care
6.2%
Arts, entertainment & food
5.1%
Construction
4.5%
Information
4.5%
Public administration
4.3%

The largest employment sector in Randolph County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.5% of workers.

How residents commute

0.3%

Drive alone

0.8%

Carpool

82.3%

Public transit

6.4%

Work from home

21.4 min

Avg commute

Housing

$141,900$-73,700 vs state

Median home value

$742

Median rent

70.4%

Homeownership rate

10,811

Total housing units

85.6%

Occupied

14.4%

Vacant

29.6%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

89.4%

With health insurance

91.0%

With broadband internet

18.3%

Foreign-born

7.2%

Veterans (18+)

18.5%

With a disability

97.8%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

89.8%

High School+

17.1%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Randolph County, Missouri has a population of 24,524 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 45th-largest county in Missouri. Population density is 51 people per square mile.

The population of Randolph County has declined 5.4% since 2010 (25,454 → 24,077), a -0.40% annualized rate.

The median household income in Randolph County, Missouri is $55,310, with mean (average) household income of $69,996 and per-capita income of $27,268. 11.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Randolph County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (88.9%), Black or African American (5.0%), Hispanic or Latino (1.2%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Randolph County, Missouri is 40.1 years. Residents are 48.1% female and 51.9% male.

The median home value in Randolph County is $141,900 and median monthly rent is $742. 70.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 10,811 total housing units, 14.4% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Randolph County, Missouri is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.5%.

Kansas City is among the largest cities associated with Randolph County, Missouri, with a population of 508,233.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.