Rice Lake, WI

Wisconsin · Barron County

Rice Lake is a small city in Wisconsin with a population of 9,030. Residents earn $55,040 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.2 /5.0

B Good

9,030 Population 1,006/sq mi density

$55,040 Median Income $35,501 per capita

$178,100 Home Value $265,150 Zillow

$834 Median Rent 28.1% income on rent

43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr

251 Violent Crime/100K 3,393 property/100K

Overall

3.2 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.0 / 5.0

$55,040 median income, 2.5% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.9 / 5.0

$178,100 home value, $834/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

251 violent crimes/100K (34% below avg)

Education

3.1 / 5.0

25.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $55,040

27% lower than US avg

Home Value $178,100

37% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 251/100K

34% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 25.9%

23% lower than US avg

Median Rent $834

28% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.8%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.5%

31% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.1%

67% lower than US avg

How Rice Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population9,030

Median Age36.3 yrs

Density1,006/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans8.2%

Economy

Median Income$55,040

Per Capita$35,501

Unemployment2.5%

Poverty4.1%

County GDP$2,994M

Commute13 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$178,100

Rent$834

Ownership55.4%

Zillow$265,150

Housing Units4,160

Rent Burden28.1%

Crime

Violent251/100K

Property3,393/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault108/100K

Burglary143/100K

Health

Obesity38.8%

Uninsured8.6%

Smoking16.3%

Depression26.1%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain31.4 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation1,130 ft (344 m)

Education

Bachelor's+25.9%

High School+92.4%

Graduate+8.0%

School Score5.77

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 33%

Commute13 min

Broadband80.6%

EV Stations1

Libraries6

Is Rice Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rice Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Rice Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rice Lake is $55,040, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rice Lake is $178,100, 37% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $834 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Rice Lake is below the national average at 251 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,393 per 100,000, 73% above the national average.

Education

25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Rice Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.4 inches, including 52.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Rice Lake has a population of 9,030 with a density of 1,006 people per square mile, spread across 9.7 square miles. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.2% female and 52.8% male. The city is predominantly White (93.2%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 1.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.9% of residents. 8.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 18.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

9,030

Total Population

1,006

People / sq mi

36.3yrs

Median Age

7% below US avg

9.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%

Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Rice Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.9%

23% above US avg

Spanish 3.1%

77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rice Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rice Lake is $55,040, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,501. The average weekly wage is $923, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,569 business establishments, including 162 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rice Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$55,040
	27% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$35,501
Avg Weekly Wage	$923
IRS Avg AGI	$65,445
Gini Index	0.440 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.5%
	31% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.1%
	67% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,569
County GDP	$2,994M

Business (County)

Restaurants	162
Healthcare	150
Retail	204
Manufacturing	84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,272
	51% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	13.4 min
Drive Alone	84.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Rice Lake is $178,100, 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $265,150, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $834 (28% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $872 for a one-bedroom to $1,097 for a two-bedroom apartment. 55.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,160 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1975. The average annual property tax is $5,272 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$178,100
	37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$265,150

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$834
	28% below US avg
Rent Burden	28.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$797
1 Bedroom	$872
2 Bedrooms	$1,097
3 Bedrooms	$1,405
4 Bedrooms	$1,572

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	55.4%
Owner-Occupied	55.4%
Renter-Occupied	44.6%
Housing Units	4,160
Median Year Built	1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,272
	51% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.96%

In Rice Lake, 38.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 29.7% have high blood pressure. 16.3% are current smokers. 21.5% report binge drinking. 28.0% are physically inactive. 26.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.0% experience frequent mental distress. 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:994. The dentist ratio is 1:1,378. 73.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Rice Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.8%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	10.2%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	29.7%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	6.7%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.3%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	21.5%
Physical Inactivity	28.0%
Depression	26.1%
Mental Distress	18.0%
Physical Distress	13.4%
Short Sleep	34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.5%
Uninsured	8.6%
	0% below US avg
Primary Care	1:994
Dentists	1:1,378
Mental Health	1:976
Checkup Rate	74.6%
Dental Visits	60.3%
Premature Death	7,673/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	73.7%
Healthcare Facilities	150

Rice Lake has a violent crime rate of 251 per 100,000 residents, 34% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 107.5 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 143.4. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,393 per 100,000, 73% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,214, burglary at 143, vehicle theft at 36 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Rice Lake receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Rice Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	250.9/100K
	34% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	143.4/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	107.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	3,393.5/100K
	73% above US avg
Burglary	143.4/100K
Theft	3,214.2/100K
Vehicle Theft	35.9/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
Traffic Accidents	11
Avg Accident Severity	3.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Rice Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.4 inches. The area receives 52.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 1,130 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	43.0°F
	20% below US avg
January Average	12°F (-11°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,130 ft (344 m)
Area	9.7 sq mi (25.1 km²)
Population Density	1,006/sq mi
Coordinates	45.4820°N, 91.7458°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Barron County County
Nearest Airport	Rice Lake Regional/Carl's Field (RIE) 4 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.4"

17% below US avg

Snowfall 52.5"

Wettest Month (Aug) 4.49"

Driest Month (Feb) 0.83"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	68.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	47.0 / 100
Community Resilience	70.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	No Rating
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Tornado History

260 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 40 fatalities, 343 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 4, 1958	EF5	79 km	21
Jul 30, 1977	EF4	46 km	0
Jun 4, 1958	EF4	88 km	4
Jun 4, 1958	EF4	65 km	3
May 21, 1957	EF4	88 km	0
Sep 24, 2019	EF3	69 km	0
May 16, 2017	EF3	41 km	1
Sep 2, 2002	EF3	48 km	0
Jun 18, 2001	EF3	78 km	2
Aug 27, 1994	EF3	96 km	2
Jul 15, 1980	EF3	75 km	1
Jul 30, 1977	EF3	51 km	0
Sep 28, 1971	EF3	84 km	0
Jun 4, 1958	EF3	74 km	0
Jun 23, 1952	EF3	69 km	2
Sep 12, 1951	EF3	98 km	0
Dec 15, 2021	EF2	88 km	0
Jul 1, 2011	EF2	93 km	0
Jul 14, 2010	EF2	93 km	0
Jun 17, 2010	EF2	92 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

6 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: GERMANN ROAD FIRE (6,751 ac, 2013).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2013	GERMANN ROAD FIRE	6,751	95 km
2024	RX-86_FY23	2,187	79 km
2000	UNNAMED	1,850	91 km
2007	PIONEER FIRE	1,072	95 km
2013	CRANBERRY FIRE	779	79 km
2024	RX-64	553	80 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	12°F (-11°C)	1.0 in	Coldest
February	17°F (-9°C)	0.8 in	Driest
March	29°F (-2°C)	1.7 in
April	44°F (6°C)	2.6 in
May	57°F (14°C)	3.4 in
June	65°F (18°C)	4.3 in
July	70°F (21°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	67°F (20°C)	4.5 in	Wettest
September	58°F (14°C)	4.3 in
October	46°F (8°C)	2.7 in
November	30°F (-1°C)	1.7 in
December	16°F (-9°C)	1.3 in

Rice Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 59°F / from 12°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (0.8").

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Rice Lake is located in Barron County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 25.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 23% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. 8.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 62.5% of the vote, a 29.1-point margin. 80.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 150 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 84.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%

D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 29.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
Traffic Accidents	11
Avg Accident Severity	3.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	25.9%
	23% below US avg
High School+	92.4%
Graduate Degree+	8.0%
School Test Score	5.77

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	1,006/sq mi
Total Area	9.7 sq mi
County	Barron County County

Services

Broadband Access	80.6%
Avg Download Speed	135.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	40.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	4
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	150
Restaurants	162
Retail Stores	204

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	13.4 min
Drive Alone	84.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.6%

Average costs for common services in Rice Lake. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$235 ($141–$376)
Specialist Visit	$329 ($188–$518)
Urgent Care Visit	$188 ($94–$329)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,070 ($753–$4,705)
Dental Cleaning	$122 ($71–$188)
Dental Filling	$235 ($141–$376)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$282 ($141–$471)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$565 ($376–$941)
Battery Replacement	$188 ($94–$329)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$376 ($141–$753)
HVAC System Install	$6,587 ($3,764–$11,292)
Roof Repair	$941 ($376–$1,882)
Roof Replacement	$8,469 ($5,176–$14,115)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,412 ($471–$3,294)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,115 ($4,705–$28,230)
DUI Defense	$4,705 ($1,882–$9,410)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,412 ($753–$2,823)
Will Preparation	$471 ($188–$941)
Trust Preparation	$2,353 ($941–$4,705)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$235)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$122)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.86 ($2.82–$5.18)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.29 ($2.35–$4.71)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.35–$5.18)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.23 ($2.82–$6.12)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.18 ($3.76–$7.06)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$235)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$188 ($71–$471)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,882 ($1,129–$3,294)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.53–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$235)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,129 ($565–$2,353)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$941 ($471–$1,882)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$376 ($188–$659)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$941 ($376–$2,353)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,763 ($4,705–$28,230)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$188)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$282 ($141–$471)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$188 ($94–$376)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$909
Toddler	$823
Preschool	$823
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$671
Toddler	$650
Preschool	$650

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Barron County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	4,939	86	$59,099	2.79
Health Care & Social Assistance	3,195	278	$52,992	1.04
Retail Trade	3,140	212	$33,924	1.46
Accommodation & Food Services	1,799	162	$17,748	0.92
Administrative & Waste Services	856	83	$42,878	0.68
Construction	767	144	$63,065	0.68
Transportation & Warehousing	559	68	$48,496	0.61
Finance & Insurance	421	73	$70,580	0.48
Agriculture & Forestry	367	42	$53,669	2.11
Professional & Technical Services	360	79	$62,835	0.24
Other Services	327	88	$43,927	0.50
Arts & Entertainment	246	25	$16,398	0.68
Real Estate	160	34	$47,829	0.48
Information & Technology	153	16	$62,515	0.38
Management of Companies	121	12	$88,666	0.33
Mining & Oil/Gas	113	5	$76,830	1.39
Educational Services	45	8	$25,755	0.10

Colleges & Universities in Rice Lake

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Northwood Technical College	Public · Associate	5,109	—	$4,524	$6,583

Hospitals in Rice Lake

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - RICE LAKE	Acute Care Hospitals	2/5	Yes	(715) 234-1515

Schools in Rice Lake

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Rice Lake High	High	714	52	13.7:1
Rice Lake Middle	Middle	601	53	11.3:1
Tainter Elementary	Elementary	481	44	10.9:1
Hilltop Elementary	Elementary	262	23	11.4:1
Hilltop Day Care and Preschool	—	22	1	22.0:1
Head Start	—	18	0	—

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Radio Stations near Rice Lake

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Rice Lake

1 campgrounds found near Rice Lake.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Namekagon District	—	—	Free

National Parks Near Rice Lake

23 national parks and monuments found near Rice Lake.

Park	Type	Fee
Brunet Island State Park	State Park	Free
Buffalo River State Trail	State Park	Free
Cattail State Trail	State Park	Free
Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Chippewa River State Trail	State Park	Free
Frontenac State Park	State Park	Free
Gandy Dancer State Trail	State Park	Free
Hoffman Hills Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Interstate Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Interstate State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Wissota State Park	State Park	Free
Moose Lake State Park	State Park	Free
North Country National Scenic Trail	National Scenic Trail	Free
Old Abe State Trail	State Park	Free
Red Cedar State Trail	State Park	Free
Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway	National Scenic Riverway	Free
Solon Springs State North Country Trail Area	State Park	Free
St. Croix State Park	State Park	Free
Stower Seven Lakes State Trail	State Park	Free
Straight Lake Wilderness State Park	State Park	Free
Tuscobia State Trail	State Park	Free
Wild Rivers State Trail	State Park	Free
Willow River State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Rice Lake

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
HUNT HILL AUDUBON SANCTUARY	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		7156356543	$446,467
BARRON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7154582080	$201,720
BIRCHWOOD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7153543115
CHETEK AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	728 SECOND STREET	7152550482

Libraries in Rice Lake

Name	Address	Annual Visits
RICE LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY	2 E. MARSHALL ST.	131,916
BARRON PUBLIC LIBRARY	10 N. 3RD ST.	59,132
CAMERON PUBLIC LIBRARY	506 MAIN ST.	15,392
CALHOUN MEMORIAL LIBRARY	321 MOORE ST.	12,135

Farmers Markets in Rice Lake

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Country Lane Farmers Market	1642 16th St	06/20/2019 to 10/03/2019	Thu: 2:00 PM-8:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Dallas Farmers' Market	236 West Dallas Street	07/05/2013 to 09/27/2013	Fri: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;
Rice Lake Farmers Market	N. Main Street

Hotels in Rice Lake

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AmericInn

AmeriVu Inn & Suites

Best Western Inn

Holiday Inn Express

Microtel Inn & Suites

Paul Bunyan Resort

Restaurants in Rice Lake

8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Applebee's

Casa Mexicana Rice Lake

Denny's

Drag's Roman Lounge

Kid's Korner Pizza

Maxine's

Norske Nook

Pizza Hut

Cafes in Rice Lake

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Badger Brew

Cabin Coffee Co.

Northside Cafe of Rice Lake

Stevie's Cafe

Cinemas in Rice Lake

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lake Seven Movie Theatre

Clinics in Rice Lake

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Marshfield Clinic Rice Lake Center

Marshfield Clinic Rice Lake Lakewoods Center

Prevea

Dentists in Rice Lake

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Marshfield Clinic Rice Lake Dental Center

Northland Dental Laboratory

Smiles In Motion, Pediatric Dentistry

Veterinaries in Rice Lake

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bear Creek Animal Hospital

Rice Lake Animal Hospital

Gas Stations in Rice Lake

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cenex

Kwik Trip

VP Racing Fuels

Banks in Rice Lake

7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Associated Bank

CCF Bank

Dairy State Bank

Royal Credit Union

Sterling Bank

U.S. Bank

WESTconsin Credit Union

Shopping Malls in Rice Lake

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cedar Mall

SouthRidge

Gyms in Rice Lake

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Olympic Fitness Center

Snap Fitness

Golf Courses in Rice Lake

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lynndale's Golf

Turtleback Golf Course

Breweries in Rice Lake

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Barronett Bar & Grill	Restaurants, Take Out Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges,	2976 Us Highway 63	7158223648	Visit
Viking Brewing Company	manufacturing, Beer & Ale-Wholesale & Manufacturers, Brew Pubs, wholesale, food, Beer & Ale, brewer	234 W Dallas St	7159491933, 7158371824	Visit

Nursing Homes in Rice Lake

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
DOVE HEALTHCARE - RICE LAKE 910 BEAR PAW AVE	For profit - Corporation	50	19	5/5	—	5/5	4/5	7152342604
HERITAGE MANOR 19 W NEWTON ST PO BOX 311	For profit - Corporation	92	73	3/5	—	4/5	2/5	7152342161
RICE LAKE CONV CTR 1016 LAKESHORE DR	For profit - Corporation	85	50	2/5	—	4/5	2/5	7152349101

Pharmacies in Rice Lake

7 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
KMART	2601 SOUTH MAIN STREET	715-234-3292
MARSHFIELD CLINIC PHARMACY - RICE LAKE CENTER	1700 WEST STOUT STREET	715-236-8103
MEDICATIONS PLUS PHARMACY	8 EAST KOEPP STREET	715-234-9021
OSTERBAUER DRUGS	218 NORTH MAIN STREET	715-234-3969
SHOPKO	320 COUNTY HIGHWAY O	715-236-7414
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1446	2501 WEST AVENUE	715-234-2997
WALGREENS - 11860	502 SOUTH MAIN STREET	715-736-0120

EV Charging Stations in Rice Lake

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Don Johnson Motors	734 West Avenue	Blink Network		1	J1772COMBO	public

Cell Towers in Rice Lake

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
BARRON SITE: 1604 14 1/2 STREET	TOWER	114
N 48 Co Rd T (Birchwood - 120005501)	TOWER	107
N 48 Co Rd T (Birchwood - 120005501)	TOWER	107
2870 20th Avenue (106218)	GTOWER	107
2870 20th Avenue (106218)	GTOWER	107
CANTON SITE: 2792 13 1/2 AVENUE	TOWER	106
292A 24 3/4 STREET (96712)	GTOWER	56
292A 24 3/4 STREET (96712)	GTOWER	56

Fire Stations in Rice Lake

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Bear Lake - Haugen Fire Department	2682 18TH ST	Volunteer			715-234-1212
Rice Lake Fire Department	34 S Wilson AVE	Mostly volunteer			715-234-2119

Bridges in Rice Lake

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1919	269	13,150	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1999	231	11,664	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1952	32	9,745	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1986	50	9,701	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1992	130	6,637	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1977	264	6,400	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1977	231	6,400	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1977	205	6,300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1977	168	6,100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1977	168	6,100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1981	230	5,875	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1976	121	5,400	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1976	121	5,150	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1977	200	5,150	F
Slab	Concrete	2018	39	4,900	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	2012	133	4,488	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1987	100	4,300	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1996	66	4,200	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	2007	75	4,056	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1977	259	3,700	F
Channel Beam	Prestressed concrete	1980	33	2,180	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1988	154	1,717	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1951	42	1,700	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1948	33	1,199	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1977	243	810	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1977	232	740	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1985	98	402	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1940	25	205	F
Culvert	Steel	2021	32	99	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1960	24	94	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	25	94	P
Culvert	Steel	1992	28	94	G
Channel Beam	Prestressed concrete	1976	61	94	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1968	33	94	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1978	72	94	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1981	88	88	G
Slab	Concrete	1986	38	75	G
Slab	Concrete	1990	40	56	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	2001	26	53	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1945	23	47	F
Slab	Concrete	2010	35	30	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1969	26	23	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1945	25	23	F
Slab	Concrete	1986	38	11	G
Culvert	Concrete	2004	26	5	G

Superfund Sites Near Rice Lake

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
INDIANHEAD BLACKTOP INC	POPLAR AVE	BARRON

Airports Near Rice Lake

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport	EAU	Medium Airport
Sawyer County Airport	HYR	Medium Airport
Alpha Hotel Airport	—	Small Airport
Amery Municipal Airport	AHH	Small Airport
Baldwin Airport	—	Small Airport
Barron Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Ben Sutherland Airport	—	Small Airport
Blunt Field	—	Small Airport
Boyceville Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Burnett County Airport	—	Small Airport
Cable Union Airport	—	Small Airport
Chetek Municipal Southworth Airport	—	Small Airport
Cloud Dancer Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Connor's Lake Landing	—	Small Airport
Cornell Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Crane Field	—	Small Airport
Cub Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Cub Bear Airport	—	Small Airport
Cumberland Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
David Randall Airport	—	Small Airport
Drew 9 Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagle Ridge Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Erickson Field	—	Small Airport
Florida North Airport	—	Small Airport
Flyplassen Airport	—	Small Airport
Gateway Airport	—	Small Airport
Heyoka Field	—	Small Airport
Kitty-Wompus Airport	—	Small Airport
Knutson Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Lakewood Lodge Airport	—	Small Airport
Lilac Time Airport	—	Small Airport
Menomonie Municipal Score Field	—	Small Airport
Mort's Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Nest of Eagles Airport	—	Small Airport
Rainbow Airport	—	Small Airport
Rice Lake Regional Airport - Carl's Field	RIE	Small Airport
Rosenbaum Field	—	Small Airport
Rush River Airport	—	Small Airport
Rusk County Airport	—	Small Airport
Shell Lake Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Skyport Airport	—	Small Airport
Springbrook Airport	—	Small Airport
Stocktrade Airport	—	Small Airport
T-Bo Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Taylorport Airport	—	Small Airport
Vetterkind Strip	—	Small Airport
Voyager Village Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Willie's Airport	—	Small Airport
Windsong Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Wissota Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Rice Lake

4 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Barron Police Department	510 East LaSalle Avenue
Birchwood Police Station
Cameron Police Station
Rice Lake Police Department

Grocery Stores in Rice Lake

14 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 72045	Supermarket	2200 S Main
DOLLAR GENERAL 10569	Other	710 S Main St
Dollar Tree 3817	Other	2701 Southwest Ave
Dukes Discount Grocery 1	Grocery Store	1911 Manwaring Ave
KWIK TRIP 426	Convenience Store	220 W Knapp St
KWIK TRIP 476	Convenience Store	2851 Decker Dr
KWIK TRIP 749	Convenience Store	1821 S Main St
Los Angeles Mexican Store	Grocery Store	1830A S Main St
Marketplace Foods 2580	Super Store	330 S Main St
Prime Cuts Meat Market	Specialty Store	1907 Kern Ave
Synergy Cooperative Rice Lake West 90055	Convenience Store	2022 Cenex Drive
The Butcher Shop Llc	Specialty Store	1240 Lakeshore Dr
Walgreens 11860	Other	502 S Main St
Walmart 1446	Super Store	2501 West Ave

Post Offices in Rice Lake

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Rice Lake Post Office

Treatment Centers in Rice Lake

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
NorthLakes Community Clinic - Birchwood	Both	715-354-3369

DOL Wage Violations in Rice Lake

6 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $91,370 in back wages owed to 139 employees.

Violations

$91,370

Back Wages Owed

139

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
ESCAPE RV	—	—	54868	—	1	$28,307	$1,665	17
Mastec Advanced Technologies	—	—	54868	—	1	$23,488	$839	28
Rice Lake Family Restaurant	—	—	54868	—	1	$14,804	$1,480	10
Razor Wire LLC	—	—	54868	—	1	$12,964	$648	20
Applebee's Grill + Bar	—	Dine Brands Global	54868	—	1	$9,058	$216	42
Our House Senior Living	—	—	54868	—	1	$2,750	$125	22

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rice Lake

18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ABIDING IN THE VINE MINISTRIES INC	224 E SAINT PATRICK ST
ASSEMBLY OF GOD	825 W KNAPP ST
CEOS IN THE WORD	1320 DUKE ST
CHURCH OF CHRIST OF RICE LAKE WISCONSIN INC	PO BOX 522
FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH AND PRESCHOOL	15 E SAWYER ST
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	1221 WESLEY DR
GOOD SAMARITAN MINISTRIES INC	2136 20 1/8 AVE LOT 17
GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH	2799 23 1/2 ST
HIGHPOINT WESLYAN CHURCH	205 E ORCHARD BEACH LN
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH	23 E EAU CLAIRE ST APT 227
MARANATHA EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH	3340 S MAIN ST
NORTHCROSS COMMUNITY CHURCH	PO BOX 501
OUR LADY LOURDES CATHOLIC COMMUNITY	111 W MARSHALL ST
OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 681
RED CEDAR CHURCH	1701 W ALLEN ST
REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH 9231 REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL	520 E ORCHARD BEACH LN
RICE LAKE KNIGHTS HALL INC	1121 NUNN AVE
ST JOSEPHS CATHOLIC CONGREGATION	111 W MARSHALL ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rice Lake

What is the population of Rice Lake?

Rice Lake has a population of 9,030 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 1,006 people per square mile, spread across 9.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.2% female and 52.8% male.

Is Rice Lake expensive to live in?

Rice Lake is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $55,040, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $178,100 (37% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $834 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rice Lake safe?

Rice Lake is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 251 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,393 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Rice Lake receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Rice Lake?

Rice Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.4 inches, with 52.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Rice Lake?

The job market in Rice Lake is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $923. There are 1,569 business establishments in the area, including 162 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 13 minutes, and 5.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rice Lake?

The median home value in Rice Lake is $178,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $265,150. For renters, the median monthly rent is $834. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 55.4%. The average annual property tax is $5,272.

How are the schools in Rice Lake?

Schools in Rice Lake score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 25.9% of adults in Rice Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. 8.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Rice Lake?

The obesity rate in Rice Lake is 38.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.3% of adults are smokers. 28.0% are physically inactive. 26.1% of residents report depression. 8.6% lack health insurance. 73.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:994.

What is transportation like in Rice Lake?

The average commute in Rice Lake is 13 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rice Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rice Lake is 93.2% White, 1.4% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 96.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.1% speak Spanish. 8.2% of the population are military veterans. 18.9% of residents have a disability. 90.5% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Cameron, WI 1,763 pop · 5.4 mi Barron, WI 3,689 pop · 7.3 mi Chetek, WI 2,017 pop · 12.3 mi Cumberland, WI 2,389 pop · 14.0 mi Shell Lake, WI 1,513 pop · 18.7 mi Spooner, WI 2,203 pop · 24.7 mi Bloomer, WI 3,691 pop · 29.0 mi Clear Lake, WI 1,050 pop · 30.1 mi Ladysmith, WI 3,152 pop · 31.4 mi Amery, WI 2,959 pop · 32.4 mi Boyceville, WI 1,200 pop · 33.5 mi Colfax, WI 1,344 pop · 33.5 mi Tainter Lake, WI 2,753 pop · 34.4 mi Luck, WI 1,185 pop · 35.3 mi

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Climate & Environment 17/19

Community 14/14

Cost of Services 3/3

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Geography 6/6

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