Rice is ready to work with business and industry as partners in the growth and development of the community. "Rice - a past with pride and a future with promise" has everything that businesses, industry and residents desire for prosperity and growth.

As a "Minnesota Star City" Rice has planned for growth and is prepared to support and assist existing and prospective new businesses. The Rice Economic Development Coordinator, a responsive city government and the Rice Loan and Economic Development Committee join forces to help new businesses get started in Rice.

Rice is a continuously growing community in Benton County. Rice has approximately 610 residents.

The population of Rice has grown steadily over the years. For a city of relatively small population, Rice has grown to include a diversified business and industrial base with employment levels at one and a half (1 & 1/2) times the city's population.

Located within Minnesota's Growth Corridor, the population of Rice will continue to grow as businesses expand and individuals working in the fast lane recognize the value of "country living."

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