Rice

Rice Main Photo

City of Rice, Benton County, MN

The City of Rice, situated in Benton County along Highway 10, is just 20 minutes north of St. Cloud, offering a peaceful and family-friendly lifestyle with convenient access to nearby urban centers. With a population of 2,018 and a steady growth rate of 0.39%, Rice is a growing community that maintains its close-knit charm.

Residents enjoy a lower-than-average cost of living, with a median household income of $99,883 and a median home value of $235,000, making homeownership more attainable than in surrounding metro areas.

Rice supports a strong local economy with 77 businesses employing 950 people across diverse industries. Many residents work in science and technology, construction, manufacturing, and hospitality, all of which contribute to the city's stability and growth.

Rice is thriving and ready to welcome you. Whether you're starting your career, raising a family, or planning your retirement, Rice offers the perfect blend of affordability, opportunity, and community spirit.

Discover what makes Rice a great place to live, work, and thrive. Learn more about Rice in Benton County below.

Population

Total Population

2,018

Population
Growth Rate

0.39%

Median Age

32

Diversity Index

16.800

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-11

Housing & Income

Households

711

Total Housing Units

725


Owner Occupied

603

Renter Occupied

108

Vacant

14

Median Home Value

$235,000


Average Home Value

$251,575

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

0.00%


Per Capita Income

2.19%

Income Projection

Median Household

$99,883 $104,958


Average Household

$100,079 $110,955


Per Capita

$35,261 $39,303

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-11

Workforce

Total Businesses

77

Total Employed

950

Workers 16+

1,114

2024 Manufacturing Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

6

Employed

255

2024 Wholesale Trade Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

2

Employed

210

2024 Food Service / Drinking Est.

cp-industries

Businesses

5

Employed

89

2024 Accommodation / Food Service

cp-industries

Businesses

5

Employed

89

2024 Retail Trade Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

12

Employed

71

2024 Construction Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

9

Employed

59

Some
High School

22

Graduated
High School

296

Associates
Degree

314

Bachelor's
Degree

221

Graduate
Degree

109

Average Commute Time

22 min.



Resident Commuters

365

Non-Resident Commuters

746

Drive Alone

955

Carpooled

29

Public

0

Work At Home

96

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-11