Median Income
$103,482
38% higher than US avg
Home Value
$237,600
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
31.8%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,529
31% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.9%
93% lower than US avg
How Rice Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,998
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density351/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
A+
Median Income$103,482
Per Capita$36,628
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty0.9%
County GDP$2,398M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$237,600
Rent$1,529
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$343,877
Health
Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease4.7%
Climate
Avg Temp42°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.1 in/yr
Elevation1,065 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+31.8%
High School+96.7%
School Score6.05
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute24 min
Libraries1
Is Rice a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rice receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Rice stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rice is $103,482, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Rice among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rice is $237,600, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,529 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Rice has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Rice has a population of 1,998 with a density of 351 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.
Population
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.2% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
The median household income in Rice is $103,482, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $103,482 |
| 38% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,628 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,076 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,499 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,063 |
| County GDP | $2,398M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 56 |
| Healthcare | 119 |
| Retail | 117 |
| Manufacturing | 68 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,076 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.72% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.8 min |
| Work from Home | 9.4% |
The median home value in Rice is $237,600, 16% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,529 (31% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $343,877.
Home Values
| Census Median | $237,600 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $343,877 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,529 |
| 31% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $899 |
| 1 Bedroom | $905 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,187 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,534 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,991 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,076 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.72% |
In Rice, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rice vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.5% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.4% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 4.4% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.6% |
| Depression | 25.8% |
| Mental Distress | 16.2% |
| Physical Distress | 10.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.9% |
| Premature Death | 6,370/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 119 |
Crime Rates: Rice vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Rice has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
10°F Jan (-12°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 41.6°F |
| 23% below US avg |
| January Average | 10°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 30.1 inches |
| 21% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,065 ft (325 m) |
| Area | 5.7 sq mi (14.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 351/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.7586°N, 94.2429°W |
| County FIPS | 27009 |