[3] Riceville Township derives its name from the Wild Rice River.

As of the census[1] of 2010, there were 83 people, 31 households, and 23 families residing in the township.

The racial makeup of the township was 85.5% White, 4.8% Hispanic or Latino and 9.6% from two or more races.

22.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

According to the 2010 Census, Males had a median income of $28,125 versus $20,000 for females.