Randolph County is strategically located in the geographic center of North Carolina. It is the 11th largest county in North Carolina and has the 19th highest population in the state.

Long known as a manufacturing center, traditional industries included textiles, apparel, and furniture along with agriculture. The area has transitioned to a technology based and value added manufacturing economic base.

Below is a list of the major employers in Randolph County:

• Randolph County Schools - School System
• Klaussner Furniture Industries - Furniture Manufacturer
• Energizer Battery Co. - Battery Manufacturer
• Randolph Hospital - Healthcare
• Wal-Mart - Retail
• Randolph County - County Government
• Acme-McCrary Corp. - Hosiery Manufacturer
• Asheboro City Schools - School System
• Ramtex, Inc. - Synthetic Fabric Manufacturer
• Hughes Furniture Industries - Upholstered Furniture
• Sealy, Inc. - Mattresses
• Arrow International - Catheters
• Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. - Wire Cord for Radial Tires