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Rice Lake, WI

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Population
8,882
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,147 ft
Median Home Value
$193,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$856/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$52,417
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Rice Lake

Rice Lake serves as the main commercial and community hub of Barron County in northwestern Wisconsin. Home to roughly 9,000 residents, the city wraps around the scenic waters of Rice Lake and the Red Cedar River, offering a classic lake-country feel alongside everyday conveniences. Water is central to daily living here, with locals spending warm weekends boating, paddling, and fishing for walleye and bass.

Rice Lake Wisconsin Looking north WIS48

Parks like Veterans Memorial Park and Hiawatha Park provide easy access to the shoreline with boat launches, walking trails, and open space for community gatherings. Downtown features locally owned restaurants, shops, and essential services, all supported by strong schools and regional healthcare centers. Convenient connections along U.S. 53 and Highway 48 also make it easy to reach larger cities like Eau Claire or head further north into the woods.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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