Frequently Asked Questions Why Live in Rice
Is Rice a good place to live?
Rice is a good place to live. Rice is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Rice has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 46. The average household income is $82,267 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 21.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Rice are home owners, with 30.2% of residents renting and 69.8% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Rice can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Rice neighborhood guide.
Is Rice, VA a safe neighborhood?
Rice, VA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Rice?
The median home price in Rice is $299,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $59,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.76%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,550 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $66K a year to afford the median home price in Rice. The average household income in Rice is $82K.
What are the best public schools in Rice?
The best public schools that serve Rice are:
- Amelia County High School has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 3.0.
- Amelia County Elementary School has a C+ Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 16:1.
- Amelia County Middle School has a C+ Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 14:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Rice, Rice, VA?
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Are home prices dropping in Rice?
Yes, home prices in Rice are down 22% in the last 12 months.
