Medicare in Randolph County by the numbers
| Randolph County | Alabama | |
|---|---|---|
| Residents age 65 and older | 4,918 | 932,312 statewide |
| Share of residents age 65+ | 21.6% | 18.3% statewide |
| People with Medicare | 6,435 | 1,148,442 statewide |
| Enrolled in Medicare Advantage | 3,798 | 706,387 statewide |
| Medicare Advantage share | 59.0% | 61.5% statewide |
Data: U.S. Census Bureau (2023 population estimates); CMS, September 2026. Medicare Advantage share is enrollees divided by people with Medicare.
Randolph County ranks 43rd of 67 Alabama counties by number of residents age 65 and older, with about 4,918 people in that age group, or 21.6% of residents (statewide: 18.3%). About 1,692 more people are 60 to 64 and are heading toward Medicare; our turning 65 guide explains their first steps. Among residents 65 and older, 58% are 65 to 74, 31% are 75 to 84 and 10% are 85 or older (Census 2023 estimates). Medicare Advantage enrollment in Randolph County is 59.0% of people with Medicare, close to the Alabama average of 61.5%. A county average does not tell you which kind of plan fits you. Whether Medicare Advantage or Original Medicare with a Medigap plan is the better fit depends on your doctors, your prescriptions and how you want to handle costs, so we compare both for your ZIP code.
Who has Medicare in Randolph County
The USDA classifies Randolph County as: urban population of fewer than 5,000, adjacent to a metro area. With fewer hospitals and clinics close by, the right Medicare plan here is often the one whose network includes the providers you can really reach.
CMS counts 6,470 Medicare beneficiaries in Randolph County (2023). Their average age is 72, about the same as the Alabama average of 72. About 18% are “dual eligible,” meaning they have both Medicare and Medicaid, higher than the state figure of 14%. Where many people have both, special plans for dual-eligible members can matter; see our Medicaid and dual eligible guide, since availability varies by plan and area.
Among people in Original Medicare in Randolph County, CMS reported about 684 emergency room visits and 213 inpatient hospital stays per 1,000 beneficiaries in 2023, which is higher than the state average for emergency visits (600) and lower than it for hospital stays (247). About 11% received home health care. These figures describe how people use care under Original Medicare; they do not show what any plan covers or costs.
Sources: CMS Medicare Geographic Variation, 2023; USDA Rural-Urban Continuum Codes, 2023.
Insurers choose which counties to serve each year, which means the Medicare Advantage and Part D plans you can pick in Randolph County can be different from the ones offered next door. We are not based in Randolph County; we help Randolph County residents by phone or video call.
Hospitals located in Randolph County
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) lists this hospital in Randolph County:
- Tanner Medical Center-East Alabama — Wedowee (critical access; government-owned; emergency services)
A hospital being in the county does not mean every plan covers it. Medicare Advantage networks differ by plan, so we check the hospitals and doctors you actually use before you enroll. Ratings are CMS Care Compare overall hospital star ratings; they describe the hospital, not whether a plan covers it. Source: CMS Hospital General Information.
Communities and ZIP codes in Randolph County
The largest communities in Randolph County by 2023 Census population estimates are Roanoke (5,387), Wadley (844), Wedowee (747), Woodland (227). Each figure counts only the people living inside the county.
ZIP codes that fall mostly inside Randolph County include 36263, 36274, 36276, 36278, 36280. Plan availability can change by ZIP code, so have yours ready when we compare plans.
Questions about Medicare in Randolph County?
Reach out to us: fill out our short form or call (571) 354-0146, and a licensed agent will compare the plans available to you, check your doctors and drugs, and stay with you each year at renewal. For general Medicare information, the federal helpline is 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).
Medicare resources from official sources
- Medicare Plan Finder on Medicare.gov, searchable by ZIP code.
- HealthCare.gov if you are not yet on Medicare.
- Medicare Care Compare for hospitals and doctors.
- Social Security: Medicare to enroll or check status.
- Alabama Department of Insurance: Alabama’s insurance regulator, including agent license lookup.
Coverage we offer Randolph County residents
We work with many carriers, which lets us compare more than one option for Randolph County households, including ICHRA, group health insurance, life insurance, final expense insurance, annuities, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement (Medigap), Part D drug plans and ACA health insurance.
Let’s check your Randolph County options together
We confirm your doctors and prescriptions before you enroll, at no cost to you.
Get my plan comparisonMedicare guides for Randolph County residents
- Do you really need a Medicare agent?
- Medicare 101 for families
- Medicare Advantage vs. Medigap: how to choose
- Can I change my Medicare plan after December 7?
Randolph County compared with similar Alabama counties
| County | Residents 65+ | Medicare Advantage share | Dual eligible share | Area type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarke County | 4,683 | 69.3% | 18% | Rural |
| Winston County | 5,295 | 60.1% | 20% | Rural |
| Monroe County | 4,296 | 68.1% | 18% | Rural |
| Fayette County | 3,554 | 62.2% | 21% | Rural |
| Marion County | 6,329 | 48.2% | 22% | Rural |
| Cherokee County | 6,460 | 61.7% | 18% | Rural |
See every Alabama county in our Alabama directory or go to our Alabama Medicare hub.