Randolph, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Randolph, Mississippi had a total population of 613, the 246th largest community in Mississippi, with a median household income of $48,029, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 32.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (32.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 5.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Randolph Quick Facts
How Randolph Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 650 | 613 | -5.7% |
| Median household income | $45,584 | $48,029 | +5.4% |
| Median home value | $217,300 | $218,700 | +0.6% |
How Randolph Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Randolph Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Pontotoc County
Cities Similar to Randolph
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeview | 596 | N/A | N/A | 13.8% | 10.1% |
| Bond | 636 | $49,385 | N/A | 0.0% | 3.8% |
| Cloverdale | 676 | $44,878 | N/A | 8.3% | 11.2% |
| Smithville | 559 | $43,603 | $112,000 | 11.3% | 15.0% |
| New Houlka | 702 | $46,705 | $85,100 | 8.9% | 28.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 613, Randolph's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Randolph is a small community located in Mississippi, within Pontotoc County. The total population is 613. It ranks as the 246th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Randolph is 25.0 years. This is 35% lower than the state median of 38.6 years. With 43.9% of the population under 18, Randolph has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Randolph is $48,029. This is 15% lower than the state median of $56,447. It is also 41% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 32.1%. This is 70% higher than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Randolph, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $218,700. Housing costs are 29% higher than the state median of $169,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Randolph was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
5.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 77% lower than the state rate of 25.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 62.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Randolph, Mississippi is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Mississippi state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Randolph, Mississippi?
Randolph, Mississippi has a population of 613 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Randolph, MS?
The median household income in Randolph is $48,029, which is 41% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Randolph, MS?
The poverty rate in Randolph is 32.1%. This means approximately 197 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Randolph, Mississippi?
Randolph's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Randolph, MS?
The median home value in Randolph is $218,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x.
How educated is Randolph, Mississippi?
5.8% of adults (25+) in Randolph hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.