Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
25-34 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
24%
Rice Lake
Rice Lake, WI Area Guide
Avg Rent
$931
Population
9,214
Renter Mix
42% Rent
A charming waterfront community in northwest Wisconsin
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Situated along the shores of its namesake body of water, Rice Lake is a vibrant community set within a scenic, small-town setting. Picturesque homes with waterfront views and low-lying, conveniently located apartment buildings make Rice Lake perfect for anyone looking for a peaceful rental with easy lake access.
Along and near Main Street you’ll find plenty of locally owned businesses, restaurants, and national chains as well. Mexican eateries share the street with American pubs, bar, and pizza joints. Community parks are scattered all along around the shore of Rice Lake, so you’ll never be without a place to enjoy the view or the weather. U.S. Highway 53 makes it easy to commute around the rest of the state, and Minneapolis is about a two-hour drive west. If you want a rental that allows you to appreciate the beauty of the Midwest, look in Rice Lake.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$48,879
Average: $67,774
Education
2,118
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
4,494
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Rice Lake has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
42%
Non-Renters
58%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
19%
Other Education
81%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Rice Lake, WI is $931 for one bedroom, $1,364 for two bedrooms, and $1,627 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Rice Lake has increased by 0.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$931/month
649 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Rice Lake, WI is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
481 Students
Public
Grades K-8
601 Students
Public
Grades K-5
262 Students
Public
Grades K-4
150 Students
Public
Grades K-8
601 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
714 Students
Northern Lakes Regional (NLRA)
Public
Grades 9-12
32 Students
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.