Rand, West Virginia
Quick Statistics
Rand is a community in Kanawha County, West Virginia, home to about 1,064 people spread across 0.5 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $44,142 a year, and a typical home is worth about $89,900. About 32.7% of adults hold a college degree, and 93.3% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 35 percent over the past decade.
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Among the West Virginia towns GeoStat tracks, Rand ranks number 142 of 429 in population, number 115 in median household income, number 245 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Rand typically top out near 86°F in July, while January nights average about 26°F. The area sees roughly 32 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Marmet, WV | 2.5 mi. | 1,524 |
| 2. | Belle, WV | 3.6 mi. | 1,611 |
| 3. | Coal Fork, WV | 3.9 mi. | 1,423 |
| 4. | Chesapeake, WV | 4.4 mi. | 1,702 |
| 5. | Charleston, WV | 5.9 mi. | 47,421 |
| 6. | Chelyan, WV | 7.1 mi. | 564 |
| 7. | Shrewsbury, WV | 7.4 mi. | 310 |
| 8. | East Bank, WV | 8.0 mi. | 850 |
What is the population of Rand, West Virginia?
Rand has a population of about 1,064 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Rand, West Virginia in?
Rand is located in Kanawha County, West Virginia.
What is the median home value in Rand, West Virginia?
The median home value in Rand is about $89,900, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Rand, West Virginia?
The median personal income in Rand is about $44,142 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Rand, West Virginia?
Since 1950, 15 tornadoes have been recorded in Kanawha County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Rand, West Virginia?
Typical July highs run about 86 degrees and January lows about 26 degrees, with around 32 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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