Rive is a village located in Jefferson County, in the state of Illinois (IL), United States. Nestled in the East North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 1.0 square miles (3.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 478 ft. With a population of approximately 371 residents, Rive offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.79% males and 51.21% females, and it has a population density of 360.19 people per square mile (139.07/km²). Rive lies at a latitude of 38.23 and a longitude of -88.74, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (8.1%), followed by English (10.8%), German (17.5%), and Scotch-Irish (2.2%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 62810.