Randolph, Iowa

About Randolph

Randolph, IA is a tiny community located in southwestern Iowa, home to 183 residents as of the latest Census estimates.

Officially, Randolph is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 0.3 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 610 residents per square mile.

📰 Randolph News Today

• Fire crews battle fire for hours at Randolph, Iowa mill after reported explosion KMTV 3 News Now · May 27
• Daughter continues to seek answers in 1965 Iowa homicide of Lillian Randolph NBC News · May 10
• James Randolph Obituary Apr 17, 2026 Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes · Apr 17
• Crews battle fire for hours at Heartland Co-Op in Randolph, cause still under investigation KMAland.com · May 28
• Obituary for Richard "Rex" York Gude Mortuary · Dec 7

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What Makes Randolph Unique

• One of 12 places in the US named Randolph — but the Iowa one has a character all its own.
• Positioned in southwestern Iowa, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
• Part of the fabric of Iowa — one of 1,026 recognized communities statewide.

Why People Love It Here

• A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
• Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
• Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 8 miles.

🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Randolph

• Lake Shawtee Wildlife Management Area · Nature reserve reviews ★

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⚡ Quick Facts

🗺️ Map of Randolph

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