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Rice, Texas, United States – United States Flag

Current Date And Time In Rice, United States

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
11:30:31 PDT
State: Texas
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -08:00 (PDT)
Population: 952
District: Navarro County

🗺 Map of Rice, Texas, United States – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Rice, a city in Texas, United States, located in North America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Rice β€” all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Rice.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into North America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for United States operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Rice, Texas

📍 LATITUDE
32.244°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
96.499°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)32.2438° N96.4986° W
Signed Decimal Degrees32.2438-96.4986
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)32° 14' 38" N96° 29' 55" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)32° 14.6256' N96° 29.916' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Rice Today

🔥 SUNRISE
04:47 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:13 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 25m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:30 AM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Rice’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Rice’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
3,589 km
(2,230 mi) • Rice is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
9,086 km
(5,646 mi) • Rice is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
32.244° S, 83.501° E
The point exactly opposite Rice through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Rice, you'd surface nearest to Port-aux-FranΓ§ais, French Southern Territories, about 2,199 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Rice

📍 Location Details

CityRice
StateTexas (State of Texas)
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
DistrictNavarro County
Time Zone-10:00 to -05:00

📈 Area & Population

Population952
Area (km²)7.13 km²
Area (mi²)2.75 mi²
Pop. Density133.52 /km²
Elevation140 m / 459 ft
GPS (DD)32.2438, -96.4986

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Rice

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Texas
Parent Country: United States

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 952
🏆 State Rank: #1028 of 1283 most populous in Texas
🏠 Share of Texas Population: 0.004%
📏 Built-Up Area: 7.13 km²
👥 Population Density: 134 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Rice to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Texas.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
EnnisTexasNW15 km9 mi~15m🗺 View
CorsicanaTexasS17 km10 mi~17m🗺 View
BardwellTexasW19 km12 mi~19m🗺 View
GarrettTexasNW20 km12 mi~20m🗺 View
RankinTexasW20 km12 mi~20m🗺 View
BarryTexasSW21 km13 mi~21m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Rice to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Austin
250 km (155 mi)
SW of Rice • ~4h 10m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Washington
1,134 km (704 mi)
NE of Rice • ~18h 54m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Texas

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Texas, the home state of Rice, along with each city's aerial distance from Austin, Texas's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Houston29.7633° N-95.3633° W12 m236 km🗺 View Map
San Antonio29.4241° N-98.4936° W198 m118 km🗺 View Map
Dallas32.7831° N-96.8067° W128 m293 km🗺 View Map
Fort Worth32.7254° N-97.3209° W199 m276 km🗺 View Map
Austin30.2672° N-97.7431° W149 m0 km🗺 View Map
El Paso31.7587° N-106.4869° W1,133 m849 km🗺 View Map
Arlington32.7357° N-97.1081° W184 m281 km🗺 View Map
Corpus Christi27.8006° N-97.3964° W2 m276 km🗺 View Map
Plano33.0198° N-96.6989° W203 m322 km🗺 View Map
Laredo27.5064° N-99.5075° W126 m352 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Dallas Love Field
IATA: DAL
74 km (46 mi) from Rice
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🌍 Rice Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Rice Matter

The exact GPS location of Rice gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Texas. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Texas state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Rice Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Rice are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Rice

The satellite view of Rice lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full United States map

🌎 Regional Position of Rice in Texas

Rice sits within Texas, United States, in the North America region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Rice Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Rice for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Texas. › Browse every city in Texas

💻 Using Rice Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Rice in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in United States. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Rice Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Rice directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Rice. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Texas CitiesAccess the full city directory for Texas ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Rice Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Rice?

The GPS coordinates of Rice are latitude 32.2438° and longitude -96.4986°. In directional format: 32.2438° N, 96.4986° W. These coordinates mark the center of Rice in Texas and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Rice located?

Rice is a city in Texas, United States, on the continent of North America. It falls within Navarro County. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Rice?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Rice sits at: Latitude 32° 14' 38" N and Longitude 96° 29' 55" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Rice?

Rice has a population of approximately 952 people. This is roughly 0.004% of Texas's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Texas.

🗺 How can I view Rice on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Rice is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 32.2438, -96.4986 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Rice in Texas. For broader context, explore the Texas state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Rice?

The nearest airport to Rice is Dallas Love Field (DAL), roughly 74 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Rice from Austin?

Rice is approximately 250 km (155 mi) from Austin, the capital of Texas, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Texas.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Rice?

Rice sits at an elevation of approximately 140 meters (459 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Texas.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Rice?

The closest cities to Rice include Ennis, Corsicana, Bardwell. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Rice today?

Today in Rice, sunrise is at 04:47 AM and sunset is at 06:13 PM, giving a day length of 13h 25m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Rice's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Rice from the Equator?

Rice is approximately 3,589 km (2,230 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 9,086 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Rice?

The antipodal point of Rice — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Port-aux-FranΓ§ais, French Southern Territories, roughly 2,199 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Rice from Washington, the capital of United States?

Rice is approximately 1,134 km (704 mi) NE of Washington, the national capital of United States, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.