Working at Rice University in Houston
Higher Education · 4,000+ local employees · Neighborhoods, commute data & housing
Rice University is a top-20 nationally ranked research university located on a beautiful 300-acre tree-lined campus adjacent to Hermann Park and the Texas Medical Center. Known for its intimate student-to-faculty ratio, world-class engineering and science programs, and distinguished schools of architecture, music, and business, Rice is one of the most prestigious private universities in the South. The university is a major employer in the Museum District area, offering careers in academic instruction, scientific research, university administration, student services, and facilities management. Rice's Innovation District fosters collaboration between the university and Houston's business community, particularly in biomedical research, energy technology, and data science. The campus itself is a Houston landmark, featuring stunning Mediterranean-style architecture and serving as a cultural anchor for the surrounding neighborhoods.
Campus Locations
Rice University – Main Campus
6100 Main St, Houston, TX 77005
Best Neighborhoods for Rice University Employees
Adjacent neighborhood with a walk or short bike ride across Main Street to the Rice campus.
North on Kirby Drive or University Boulevard directly to the Rice University gates.
South on Montrose Boulevard or Shepherd Drive to Bissonnet, then east to the Rice campus.
South on Main Street or METRORail past Hermann Park to the Rice University METRORail stop.
Or find the best neighborhoods near this employer — with full safety, schools, and flood risk data.
Commute Map
Commute Map — Rice University
Nearby School Districts
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Rice University located in Houston?
Rice University's primary Houston-area location is Rice University – Main Campus, at 6100 Main St, Houston, TX 77005. The commute map above shows door-to-door drive times from the neighborhoods relocating employees consider most.
Which Houston neighborhoods are best for Rice University employees?
New hires at Rice University most often land in Museum District (around 2 minutes), West University Place (around 5 minutes), Montrose (around 8 minutes). Adjacent neighborhood with a walk or short bike ride across Main Street to the Rice campus. Drive time is the usual deciding factor, but rent, school zones, and walkability differ a lot between these areas. Each neighborhood link above opens a full breakdown.
What do jobs at Rice University pay in Houston?
Most Rice University roles in Houston fall in the $45K-250K range, depending on function and seniority. Texas levies no state income tax, so a given salary stretches further here than the same number in California or New York. Our salary comparison calculator does the math for your situation.
How many people does Rice University employ in Houston?
Rice University employs roughly 4,000+ people in the Houston area, putting it among the metro's larger higher education employers. A footprint that size tends to mean steady hiring and a relocation process used to moving people in from out of state.
Does Rice University offer relocation assistance?
Large Houston employers like Rice University commonly offer relocation help to out-of-state hires: usually some mix of moving-cost reimbursement, temporary or furnished housing, and a home-finding trip. None of it is automatic. Ask your recruiter early, get the package in writing, and negotiate before you accept.
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