Randolph County
AR · Pop. 18,733 · Suburban County
Randolph County, Arkansas covers 652 square miles with a population of 18,733 and a density of 28.7 people per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated strong, built on soybeans, rice, hay. A median home price of $118,000 and an effective property tax rate of 0.44% set the cost of entry. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 7b with a 211-day growing season, average summer highs of 88.3°F and average winter lows of 27.3°F. Annual rainfall averages 48.5 inches, and with drought risk rated very high, water storage and irrigation planning matter. St. Bernards Five Rivers Medical Center is 4 miles away and includes an emergency room. Broadband reaches 87.3% of homes. On the hazard side, flood risk is high, tornado risk is very high, wildfire risk is high, drought risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.
Pros
- A long 211-day growing season in USDA zone 7b supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
- A low effective property tax rate of 0.44% holds annual carrying costs down.
- A median home price of $118,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
- St. Bernards Five Rivers Medical Center, with an emergency room, is just 4 miles away — strong local healthcare access.
- A strong agricultural economy built on soybeans, rice, hay means local markets, equipment, and know-how are in place.
Cons
- Tornado risk is very high, so a storm shelter and wind-resistant structures are practical necessities.
- Drought risk is very high, making water storage and irrigation infrastructure essential rather than optional.
- A poverty rate of 21.1% reflects a constrained local economy with limited off-farm income options.
At a glance
Randolph County, AR is a strong overall fit for homesteading.
- Homestead score
- 93/100
- Median home price
- $118k
- Property tax
- 0.44%
- Growing season
- 211 days (zone 7b)
- Annual rainfall
- 48.5"
- Broadband
- 87.3%
- Nearest hospital
- St. Bernards Five Rivers Medical Center, 4 mi
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Homesteading in Randolph County: FAQ
- What is the growing season like in Randolph County?
- Randolph County is in USDA hardiness zone 7b with a 211-day growing season, average summer highs of 88.3°F, and average winter lows of 27.3°F. The established crops are soybeans, rice, hay.
- How affordable is land and property here?
- The median home price is $118,000 and the effective property tax rate is 0.44%. County-level per-acre prices aren't published, so compare current local listings for raw land.
- Is broadband internet available?
- Broadband reaches 87.3% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
- How close is healthcare?
- St. Bernards Five Rivers Medical Center is 4 miles away and includes an emergency room; there is 1 hospital in the county.
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Figures are sourced from public datasets: U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-year & Gazetteer, USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020), FEMA National Risk Index, FCC Broadband Data Collection, BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, HIFLD Hospitals. Always confirm specifics locally before relying on them. See our methodology for how the homestead score is calculated.
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