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County overview

Randolph County

North Carolina - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Randolph County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Randolph County

Population
144,403
Age 65+
18.0%
Median age
41.4
Owner-occupied
73.8%
With disability
17.2%
Median home value
$158,300
Median income
$56,423
Residents 65+
25,926
How Randolph County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+9.1%
% owner-occupied
+13.9%
% with disability
+33.3%
Median household income
-24.9%
Median home value
-43.8%
Median age
+7.5%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

Local Age At Home Pro's

Top-rated contractors in North Carolina

Contractors serving Randolph County and the broader North Carolina region. Please verify they meet your licensing and insurance needs.

Aging-in-place in Randolph County

Randolph County is home to roughly 144,403 residents, of whom about 25,993 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 18.0%, above the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 73.8% of homes in Randolph County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $158,300. That's a higher-than-average ownership rate, which often correlates with longer tenures in the home and a stronger appetite for investment in accessibility upgrades. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 17.2% of Randolph County residents report a disability, a rate elevated relative to national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.