RANK #217 / 996 · POP 144,403 · NC
PROJECTED GROWTH: +2.0%
Randolph County, North Carolina, is home to the North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro, one of the nation's largest natural habitat zoos, attracting numerous visitors annually. Located in the Piedmont region of central North Carolina, the county seat of Asheboro is approximately 70 miles from both Raleigh and Charlotte. The area features gently rolling hills, river valleys, and woodlands, with parts of the Uwharrie National Forest offering extensive outdoor recreation opportunities like hiking, fishing, and birdwatching. Commuting to nearby cities like Greensboro and High Point is common for many residents.
Life in Randolph County offers a blend of small-town living and rural landscapes. The public school system is considered above average, with various elementary, middle, and high schools serving the community. Recent economic developments show a shift from traditional textile and furniture manufacturing towards new sectors such as automotive manufacturing, food processing, and distribution. Major investments in advanced manufacturing are creating new job opportunities and diversifying the local industrial base. The county also has local transportation services like Go Randolph, an on-demand rideshare program, to help residents with daily travel.
Above national median (4.7x)
Below-average climate & terrain
Below national median (13x)
Housing is fairly valued at 5.1x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Toyota Battery Manufacturing Plant
Toyota
|
$13,900M | Under Construction |
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Greensboro-Randolph Megasite Development & Transportation Improvements
Ames Construction
|
$500M | Under Construction |
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Axium Packaging Manufacturing Facility
Axium Packaging
|
$32M | Planned |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Randolph County has a Boom Town Index score of 78/100, ranking #217 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +3.9% and a median household income of $56,423, it's an above-average county on economic indicators.
The median home value in Randolph County is $158,300 with median rent at $813/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3564, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +0.5% year-over-year. Job growth: +3.9%. Home values changed +2.9% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 3.21% of Randolph County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.