Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
| Below Poverty | 10.8% ▲ 8% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.9% ▼ 31% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 343 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,772 (36.3%) |
| Some College | 4,283 (20%) |
| Associates | 3,273 (15.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,416 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,306 (15.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,514 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $141,064 ▼ 49% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $746/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 14,674 |
| Vacant Units | 1,845 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Randolph County is located in Illinois and encompasses 15 ZIP codes spanning 15 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 32,591 residents. With a median age of 43.94, it is a middle-aged county.
Randolph County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $71,514 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 10.8% is near the national average.
Housing in Randolph County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $141,064 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $746. Homeownership rates are high at 78.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Randolph County are primarily White (86.78%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 26.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Randolph County, IL is a solidly middle-class area in Illinois. The 15 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62217 | Baldwin | 710 | $69,583 | $137,500 | — | 15.8% | 16.6% |
| 62233 | Chester | 8,233 | $78,333 | $111,500 | $645 | 3.0% | 16.1% |
| 62237 | Coulterville | 2,322 | $59,087 | $132,600 | $870 | 8.6% | 30.4% |
| 62241 | Ellis Grove | 891 | $81,429 | $135,800 | $725 | 7.1% | 16.6% |
| 62242 | Evansville | 1,764 | $60,313 | $110,700 | $741 | 3.3% | 35.1% |
| 62272 | Percy | 1,713 | $49,954 | $104,200 | $716 | 0.1% | 18.6% |
| 62277 | Prairie Du Rocher | 994 | $71,458 | $125,700 | $732 | 2.3% | 20.5% |
| 62278 | Red Bud | 6,425 | $85,017 | $181,500 | $831 | 0.3% | 37.5% |
| 62280 | Rockwood | 394 | $65,568 | $233,600 | — | 0.0% | 24.1% |
| 62286 | Sparta | 5,482 | $64,118 | $148,800 | $723 | 10.8% | 31.8% |
| 62288 | Steeleville | 2,592 | $69,500 | $166,600 | $775 | 3.6% | 35.9% |
| 62292 | Tilden | 722 | $45,625 | $72,300 | $821 | 12.9% | 16.7% |
| 62297 | Walsh | 293 | $78,487 | $301,700 | $1,079 | 11.2% | 7.3% |