Rice, Texas is an ideal location for residential and commercial growth along the dallas – houston corridor.
Located just 40 miles South of Dallas, Rice offers opportunities for both families and businesses.
RIce By the Numbers
- Population of 31, 810 in a 10 mile radius (ESRI 05/2024)
- Over 57,000 people travel up and down I-45 in the Rice City Limits each day
- Conveniently located 15 minutes South of Ennis and 15 minutes North of Corsicana
- Rice ISD is an A-rated school district serving over 1,000 students
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Host your next event in the Legacy Event Room, City of Rice, TX. Tables and chairs available for up to 50 people.
The Rice EDC is committed to attracting and strengthening local business enterprise, providing products and services for our citizens, encouraging job creation, and promoting and facilitating a cohesive commercial and residential development plan.
- Land availability and location provides potential for exponential growth and development.
- The population supports a diverse workforce that includes skilled labor, certified service providers, developers, and small business owners.
- Rice ISD is an A-rated school district serving 960+ students from Pre-K to 12th grade.
With larger cities like Ennis and Corsicana only 15 minutes away on I-45, Waxahachie 30 minutes away on HWY 287, and Dallas less than an hour North – shopping, restaurants, and entertainment are all easily accessible.
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