Randolph, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Randolph, Kansas
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Location within Riley County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Riley |
| Township | Jackson |
| Founded | 1850s |
| Platted | 1856 |
| Incorporated | 1886 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.25 sq mi (0.65 km2) |
| • Land | 0.25 sq mi (0.65 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,253 ft (382 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 159 |
| • Density | 636/sq mi (244.6/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66554
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-58475 |
| GNIS ID | 2396318 |
Randolph is a small city located in Riley County, Kansas, in the United States. According to the 2020 census, about 159 people live there.
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A Brief History of Randolph
Randolph was first known as Waterville when it was planned out in 1856. Later, it was renamed Randolph to honor Gardner Randolph, an early settler in the area.
Moving the Town: A New Location
The original town of Randolph was located about a mile east of where it is today. In 1962, the Tuttle Creek reservoir began to fill up. This huge project caused ten towns to be affected, and four of them were completely covered by water.
Randolph was the only town that decided to rebuild in a new spot. Today, the streets in the new Randolph are named after the towns that were submerged by the lake.
Exploring Old Randolph
You can still see the ruins of the original town of Randolph. They are on the north side of Kansas Highway 16, where it crosses the lake. The old downtown area is on an island in the marshy northern part of the lake.
Sometimes, when Fancy Creek is low, you can walk to this island. However, the paths of Fancy Creek and the Big Blue River often change. This makes it hard to predict when you can visit "Old Randolph."
Geography and Climate
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city of Randolph covers about 0.25 square miles (0.65 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Randolph's Climate: Warm Summers
The weather in Randolph is known for its hot, humid summers. Winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, it is often shown as "Cfa."
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 262 | — | |
| 1890 | 305 | 16.4% | |
| 1900 | 372 | 22.0% | |
| 1910 | 455 | 22.3% | |
| 1920 | 401 | −11.9% | |
| 1930 | 408 | 1.7% | |
| 1940 | 369 | −9.6% | |
| 1950 | 391 | 6.0% | |
| 1960 | 35 | −91.0% | |
| 1970 | 106 | 202.9% | |
| 1980 | 131 | 23.6% | |
| 1990 | 129 | −1.5% | |
| 2000 | 175 | 35.7% | |
| 2010 | 163 | −6.9% | |
| 2020 | 159 | −2.5% | |
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Randolph is part of the Manhattan, Kansas Metropolitan Statistical Area. This means it is connected to the larger city of Manhattan for economic and social reasons.
Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 159 people living in Randolph. There were 64 households and 45 families. The population density was about 633.5 people per square mile.
Most of the people (88.05%) were white. About 3.77% were black, and 2.52% were from other races. About 5.66% of people identified as being from two or more races. Around 5.03% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 26.6% of households had children under 18. Many households (54.7%) were married couples living together. About 28.1% of households had just one person living there.
Population in 2010
In the census of 2010, there were 163 people living in Randolph. There were 71 households and 43 families. The population density was about 652 people per square mile.
Most people (96.9%) were White. About 3.1% were from two or more races. Around 4.9% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 31.0% of households had children under 18. Many households (50.7%) were married couples living together. About 33.8% of all households had just one person living there.
Education
Students in Randolph attend schools in the Blue Valley USD 384 public school district.
Notable People
- Cassandra Peterson, an actress famous for playing Elvira, Mistress of the Dark on TV and in movies.
See also
In Spanish: Randolph (Kansas) para niños
