Median Income
$44,440
41% lower than US avg
Home Value
$198,400
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$731
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.3%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.6%
47% lower than US avg
How Riceville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population776
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density356/mi²
Male / Female42% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans20.6%
Economy
B+
Median Income$44,440
Per Capita$25,621
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$2,685M
Commute18 min
Housing
A
Home Value$198,400
Rent$731
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$298,559
Rent Burden45.1%
Health
Obesity45.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain60.4 in/yr
Elevation872 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+89.5%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute18 min
Broadband84.2%
Libraries4
Is Riceville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Riceville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Riceville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Riceville is $44,440, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Riceville is $198,400, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $731 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Riceville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Riceville has a population of 776 with a density of 356 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87%), with 1.3% Hispanic.
Population
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Riceville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Riceville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Riceville is $44,440, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.
Income: Riceville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,440 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,621 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $979 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,193 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.6% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,098 |
| County GDP | $2,685M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 100 |
| Healthcare | 110 |
| Retail | 182 |
| Manufacturing | 72 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,343 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.18% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Riceville is $198,400, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $731 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $298,559.
Home Values
| Census Median | $198,400 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $298,559 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $731 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 45.1% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,343 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.18% |
In Riceville, 45.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.6% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Riceville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.3% |
| 41% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.4% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.6% |
| Depression | 30.6% |
| Mental Distress | 22.0% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.6% |
| Premature Death | 14,154/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 50.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 110 |
Crime Rates: Riceville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
Safety Score
Riceville has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
38°F Jan (4°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 58.8°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 60.4 inches |
| 59% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 3.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 872 ft (266 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 356/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.3895°N, 84.6989°W |
| County FIPS | 47107 |