Randolph County Public RecordsIllinois

As of the 2020 Census, Randolph County, IL, had a population of approximately 30,163. The median age was about 42 years, indicating an aging population. Males comprised 52%, and females 48%. Racially, the county was 87% White, 8.6% Black or African American, 0.3% Asian, and 2.2% Hispanic or Latino. Other races and multiracial residents made up the remainder.

Randolph County, IL, has 16 public schools, including 3 high schools. About 88% of adults hold a high school diploma, while around 15% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. The average school test score is 47% (state average: 55%). Schools maintain safety programs, with a reported incident rate below 0.5% per 100 students. Educational offerings include AP classes, career tech programs, and adult education through Kaskaskia College’s extension center. Despite challenges in academic proficiency, the county is investing in improved resources and community literacy initiatives.

As of 2022, Randolph County, IL, had an employment rate of approximately 54%, with around 11,500 people employed. The largest industries include health care & social assistance (19%), manufacturing (16%), and retail trade (13%). The main occupational groups are office & administrative support (14%), production (13%), and sales (11%). About 78% of workers commute by car, with an average travel time of 26 minutes; 63% work within the county, while the rest commute to nearby counties such as St. Clair and Monroe.

Randolph County, IL has a homeownership rate of about 74%, with a median home value of $110,000 and a median gross rent of $721 (2022 ACS). Housing types include mostly single-family homes, with some apartments in Chester and Sparta. The property market has seen modest growth, with values rising around 4% annually since 2020. Neighborhoods like Red Bud and Coulterville are popular for families and retirees. Property taxes average 1.5% of home value, with annual taxes on a median home around $1,650, lower than the national average. The area offers affordable living and diverse housing options.

Randolph County, IL had 20,873 registered voters as of 2022. Voters participate in local, state, and federal elections, with polling locations at schools and community centers across 19 precincts. In the 2020 presidential election, 65% voted Republican and 33% Democrat. Issues often include agriculture, river management, and public safety. The County Clerk administers voting processes, with absentee and early voting options. The county is traditionally Republican-leaning, though both major parties are active, and voter turnout averages 60-65% in general elections.

Randolph County, IL, has a crime rate below the national average, with a 2023 violent crime rate of about 2.1 incidents per 1,000 residents and a property crime rate of 9.3 per 1,000. Law enforcement agencies reported 34 violent crimes and 151 property crimes last year. The county utilizes regular patrols, neighborhood watch programs, and encourages crime reporting, resulting in a clearance rate above 50% for violent cases. Overall, Randolph County is considered relatively safe compared to similar Illinois regions.