Living in Rice County, Kansas

Rice County is a county in Kansas with a population of around 9,977. The main communities are Lyons, Sterling, Little River.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,517/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $96K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.2%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 45°F) and hot summers (highs around 90°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Rice County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a predominantly working-class population (23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.