Rice County's 2026 population is estimated at 9,242, reflecting a -0.23% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Rice County is the 41st largest county in Kansas. The 2010 population was 10,116 and has grown -8.64% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 38.6 years
Female: 41.1 years
Male: 36.8 years
There are 7,160 adults, (1,777 of whom are seniors) in Rice County.
Female: 4,505 (48.2%)
Male: 4,845 (51.8%)
The racial composition of Rice County includes 78.92% White, 4.57% other race, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 7,379 | 78.92% |
| Two or more races | 1,302 | 13.93% |
| Other race | 427 | 4.57% |
| Black or African American | 169 | 1.81% |
| Native American | 70 | 0.75% |
| Asian | 3 | 0.03% |
Rice County 's average per capita income is $47,422. Household income levels show a median of $63,925. The poverty rate stands at 7.74%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $83,506 | - |
| Families | $79,275 | $103,725 |
| Households | $63,925 | $81,167 |
| Non Families | $36,616 | $40,491 |
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