Portage, MI

Michigan · Kalamazoo County · Kalamazoo-Portage Metro

Portage is a mid-size city in Michigan with a population of 49,015. Residents earn $79,529 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0

B+ Good

49,015 Population 1,521/sq mi density

$79,529 Median Income $45,616 per capita

$243,400 Home Value $288,157 Zillow

$1,120 Median Rent 26.1% income on rent

50°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

274 Violent Crime/100K 3,124 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.8 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.4 / 5.0

$79,529 median income, 3.5% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$243,400 home value, $1,120/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

274 violent crimes/100K (28% below avg)

A+

Education

4.9 / 5.0

48.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $79,529

6% higher than US avg

Home Value $243,400

14% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 274/100K

28% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 48.4%

44% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,120

4% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.7%

11% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.5%

3% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.2%

58% lower than US avg

How Portage Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population49,015

Median Age37.2 yrs

Density1,521/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 82%

Veterans6.6%

Economy

Median Income$79,529

Per Capita$45,616

Unemployment3.5%

Poverty5.2%

County GDP$20,706M

Commute20 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$243,400

Rent$1,120

Ownership68.0%

Zillow$288,157

Housing Units21,708

Rent Burden26.1%

Crime

Violent274/100K

Property3,124/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault186/100K

Burglary411/100K

Health

Obesity35.7%

Uninsured5.3%

Smoking11.6%

Depression28.4%

Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain33.2 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation860 ft (262 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+48.4%

High School+96.8%

Graduate+20.1%

School Score5.27

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 58%

Commute20 min

Broadband92.6%

EV Stations19

Libraries14

Is Portage a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Portage receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Portage offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Portage is $79,529, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Portage is $243,400, 14% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,120 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Portage is below the national average at 274 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,124 per 100,000, 59% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Portage experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Portage has a population of 49,015 with a density of 1,521 people per square mile, spread across 35.2 square miles. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly White (82.4%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 5.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.2% of residents, while 6.8% speak Spanish. 6.6% of the population are veterans. 10.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 95.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

49,015

Total Population

1,521

People / sq mi

37.2yrs

Median Age

4% below US avg

35.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%

Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Portage vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.2%

19% above US avg

Spanish 6.8%

49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Portage vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Portage is $79,529, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,616 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,264, 12% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,972 business establishments, including 579 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 11.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Portage vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$79,529
	6% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$45,616
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,264
IRS Avg AGI	$82,017
Gini Index	0.461 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.5%
	3% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.2%
	58% below US avg
Establishments (County)	5,972
County GDP	$20,706M

Business (County)

Restaurants	579
Healthcare	749
Retail	848
Manufacturing	295

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,471
	113% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	19.5 min
Drive Alone	80.2%
Public Transit	0.7%
Work from Home	11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Portage is $243,400, 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $288,157, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,120 (4% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. 68.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 21,708 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $7,471 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$243,400
	14% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$288,157
Median List Price	$290,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$290,000
$/Sq Ft	$159
Homes Sold	30
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.1%
Price Drops	34.4%
Inventory	64

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,120
	4% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,653
Rent Burden	26.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$807
1 Bedroom	$891
2 Bedrooms	$1,113
3 Bedrooms	$1,419
4 Bedrooms	$1,588

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	68.0%
Owner-Occupied	68.0%
Renter-Occupied	32.0%
Housing Units	21,708
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,471
	113% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.07%

In Portage, 35.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 28.2% have high blood pressure. 11.6% are current smokers. 19.2% report binge drinking. 19.6% are physically inactive, below the national average. 28.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.4% experience frequent mental distress. 5.3% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,012. The dentist ratio is 1:1,312. 91.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Portage vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.7%
	11% above US avg
Diabetes	8.0%
Heart Disease	4.8%
High Blood Pressure	28.2%
Asthma	11.1%
COPD	5.5%
Cancer	7.8%
Stroke	2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.6%
	17% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.2%
Physical Inactivity	19.6%
Depression	28.4%
Mental Distress	17.4%
Physical Distress	11.2%
Short Sleep	26.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.2%
Uninsured	5.3%
	38% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,012
Dentists	1:1,312
Mental Health	1:184
Checkup Rate	78.4%
Dental Visits	75.1%
Premature Death	7,811/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.7/10
Exercise Access	91.7%
Healthcare Facilities	749

Portage has a violent crime rate of 274 per 100,000 residents, 28% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 185.6 per 100,000, robbery at 28.2, rape at 60.5. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,124 per 100,000, 59% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,580, burglary at 411, vehicle theft at 133 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 31 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Portage receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Portage vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	274.3/100K
	28% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	60.5/100K
Robbery	28.2/100K
Assault	185.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	3,124.1/100K
	59% above US avg
Burglary	411.4/100K
Theft	2,579.5/100K
Vehicle Theft	133.1/100K
Arson	14.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	31
Traffic Accidents	531
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Portage experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 860 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	49.5°F
	8% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	860 ft (262 m)
Area	35.2 sq mi (91.1 km²)
Population Density	1,521/sq mi
Coordinates	42.1971°N, 85.5914°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County	Kalamazoo County County
Nearest Airport	Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International (AZO) 3 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.2"

13% below US avg

Wettest Month (Sep) 3.98"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.61"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0452 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	11.8 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	81.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability	18.5 / 100
Community Resilience	91.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively High
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.3 on Jun 30, 2015.

May 2, 2015	5 km S of Galesburg, Michigan	M4.2	14 km
Sep 2, 1994	5 km SSW of DeWitt, Michigan	M3.5	105 km
Jun 30, 2015	5 km NNE of Burlington, Michigan	M3.3	45 km
Jan 26, 2012	5 km NE of Topeka, Indiana	M3.0	70 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

388 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 156 fatalities, 2,221 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 3, 1956	EF5	72 km	17
Apr 2, 1977	EF4	10 km	0
Apr 2, 1977	EF4	54 km	1
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	63 km	23
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	85 km	36
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	85 km	31
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	66 km	21
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	65 km	5
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	95 km	5
Aug 24, 2007	EF3	76 km	0
Oct 24, 2001	EF3	95 km	1
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	98 km	0
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	60 km	0
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	86 km	1
May 15, 1986	EF3	59 km	0
May 13, 1980	EF3	16 km	5
May 13, 1980	EF3	52 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	87 km	5
Apr 21, 1967	EF3	80 km	0
Nov 26, 1965	EF3	93 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1954	MICHIGAN CITY, IN (LAKE MICHIGAN)	Avalanche	3.0 m	7	120 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ALLEGAN6 (1,077 ac, 1988).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1988	ALLEGAN6	1,077	56 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	25°F (-4°C)	2.1 in	Coldest
February	26°F (-3°C)	1.6 in	Driest
March	36°F (2°C)	2.4 in
April	47°F (9°C)	3.4 in
May	59°F (15°C)	3.4 in
June	68°F (20°C)	3.7 in
July	73°F (23°C)	3.8 in	Warmest
August	70°F (21°C)	3.6 in
September	63°F (17°C)	4.0 in	Wettest
October	51°F (11°C)	2.9 in
November	39°F (4°C)	2.8 in
December	28°F (-2°C)	2.7 in

Portage has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 25°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (1.6").

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Portage is located in Kalamazoo County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 48.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 44% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. 20.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 58% of the vote, a 17.7-point margin. 92.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 19 EV charging stations. There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 749 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.3%

D 58%

Winner: Democrat by 17.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	31
Traffic Accidents	531
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	48.4%
	44% above US avg
High School+	96.8%
Graduate Degree+	20.1%
School Test Score	5.27

A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,521/sq mi
Total Area	35.2 sq mi
County	Kalamazoo County County

Services

Broadband Access	92.6%
Avg Download Speed	208.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	97.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	19
Alt Fuel Stations	22
Public Libraries	14
Healthcare Facilities	749
Restaurants	579
Retail Stores	848

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	19.5 min
Drive Alone	80.2%
Public Transit	0.7%
Work from Home	11.6%

Average costs for common services in Portage. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit	$337 ($192–$529)
Urgent Care Visit	$192 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,116 ($770–$4,810)
Dental Cleaning	$125 ($72–$192)
Dental Filling	$241 ($144–$385)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$72 ($48–$115)
Brake Pad Replacement	$289 ($144–$481)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$577 ($385–$962)
Battery Replacement	$192 ($96–$337)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair	$385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install	$6,734 ($3,848–$11,544)
Roof Repair	$962 ($385–$1,924)
Roof Replacement	$8,658 ($5,291–$14,430)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,443 ($481–$3,367)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,430 ($4,810–$28,860)
DUI Defense	$4,810 ($1,924–$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,443 ($770–$2,886)
Will Preparation	$481 ($192–$962)
Trust Preparation	$2,405 ($962–$4,810)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$144 ($72–$241)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$77 ($48–$125)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.94 ($2.89–$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.37 ($2.41–$4.81)
Loaf of Bread	$3.66 ($2.41–$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.33 ($2.89–$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.29 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb)	$0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$115)
Internet (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$82 ($48–$144)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$192 ($72–$481)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,924 ($1,154–$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($14–$72)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,154 ($577–$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$962 ($481–$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$385 ($192–$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$962 ($385–$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,025 ($4,810–$28,860)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$96 ($48–$192)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$289 ($144–$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$192 ($96–$385)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$693
Toddler	$693
Preschool	$585
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$806
Toddler	$806
Preschool	$788

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Kalamazoo County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	21,198	340	$95,480	2.14
Health Care & Social Assistance	20,432	961	$70,049	1.18
Retail Trade	12,358	722	$38,041	1.03
Accommodation & Food Services	11,060	521	$23,302	1.01
Construction	6,522	458	$79,824	1.03
Professional & Technical Services	5,959	586	$86,578	0.71
Administrative & Waste Services	5,719	323	$46,514	0.80
Wholesale Trade	5,036	244	$74,530	1.06
Other Services	4,000	575	$46,541	1.10
Finance & Insurance	3,326	322	$95,835	0.68
Educational Services	2,538	85	$56,093	1.02
Arts & Entertainment	1,838	104	$26,648	0.91
Real Estate	1,793	203	$63,812	0.96
Agriculture & Forestry	1,485	96	$44,461	1.52
Information & Technology	695	80	$72,444	0.31
Unclassified	248	75	$37,605	1.47
Management of Companies	158	21	$89,721	0.08
Mining & Oil/Gas	24	5	$70,176	0.05

Colleges & Universities in Portage

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Ross Medical Education Center-Portage	Private For-Profit · Certificate	165	—	—	—

Schools in Portage

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Portage Central High School	High	1,420	68	20.9:1
Portage Northern High School	High	1,252	61	20.5:1
Portage Central Middle School	Middle	740	38	19.5:1
Portage West Middle School	Middle	679	33	20.6:1
Moorsbridge Elementary School	Elementary	608	30	20.3:1
12th Street Elementary	Elementary	574	31	18.5:1
Portage North Middle School	Middle	552	30	18.4:1
Lake Center Elementary School	Elementary	529	31	17.1:1
Amberly Elementary School	Elementary	526	31	17.0:1
Central Elementary School	Elementary	448	28	16.0:1
Haverhill Elementary School	Elementary	379	28	13.5:1
Woodland Elementary School	Elementary	376	27	13.9:1
Angling Road Elementary School	Elementary	370	23	16.1:1
Oakland Academy (Charter)	Elementary	163	12	13.6:1

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Radio Stations near Portage

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
89.1 WIDR FM	—	MP3 256 kbps

National Parks Near Portage

17 national parks and monuments found near Portage.

Park	Type	Fee
Bakale Wildlife Unit	State Park	Free
Bass Lake State Beach	State Park	Free
Chain O' Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Coldwater State Park	State Park	Free
Grand Haven State Park	State Park	Free
Grand Mere State Park	State Park	Free
Hidden Cove Park	State Park	Free
Hoffmaster State Park (P.J. Hoffmaster)	State Park	Free
Holland State Park (Ottawa Beach)	State Park	Free
Jasper Dairy Road Park	State Park	Free
Kal-Haven Trail Sesq. State Park	State Park	Free
Pokagon State Park	State Park	Free
Potato Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Saugatuck Dunes State Park	State Park	Free
Van Buren State Park	State Park	Free
Van Buren Trail State Park	State Park	Free
Warren Dunes State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Portage

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	47,559	$55,036
2015	48,034	$54,040
2017	48,884	$60,260
2019	49,528	$62,941
2021	48,844	$68,755
2023	49,464	$79,529

Museums in Portage

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
KALAMAZOO INSTITUTE OF ARTS	ART MUSEUM		2693497775	$2,820,046
VICKSBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	300 NORTH RICHARDSON STREET	2696491733	$233,471
OSHTEMO HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$12,673
AIR ZOO	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	6151 PORTAGE ROAD
DARDEN MURPHY AFRICAN AMERICAN COWBOY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	628 LULU ST�	2693820245
GALESBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	190 E MICHIGAN AVENUE	2696659011
GALLERY II	ART MUSEUM
GILMORE CAR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2696715089
KALAMAZOO COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2693812006
KALAMAZOO LATVIAN HERITAGE CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
KALAMAZOO LOG CABIN QUILTERS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
KALAMAZOO MODEL RAILROAD CLUB	GENERAL MUSEUM	9336 RIVERVIEW DRIVE	2693438269
KALAMAZOO NATURE CENTER	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		2693811574
KALAMAZOO VALLEY MUSEUM PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
KALAMAZOO VALLEY MUSUEM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2693737990
LAWTON HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2696242371
LINCOLN CLASSIC CAR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	6865 WEST HICKORY ROAD	2696715089
MIDWEST MINIATURES MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
OLD HOUSE NETWORK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2697200403
PRAIRIE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
REAL MEN'S ANTIQ-IBLES	GENERAL MUSEUM		2693445555
SCHOOLCRAFT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SCOTTS OLDE TYME POWER AND EQUIPMENT ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM	8451 S 35TH ST	2694965815
SPACE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
STUDENT ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY ART GALLERIES	ART MUSEUM		2693872436
WOLF LAKE STATE FISH HATCHERY	GENERAL MUSEUM		2696682876

Libraries in Portage

Name	Address	Annual Visits
KALAMAZOO PUBLIC LIBRARY	315 SOUTH ROSE STREET	780,585
PORTAGE DISTRICT LIBRARY	300 LIBRARY LANE	766,136
PARCHMENT COMMUNITY LIBRARY	401 SOUTH RIVERVIEW DRIVE	79,344
COMSTOCK TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	6130 KING HIGHWAY	77,802
CHARLES A. RANSOM DISTRICT LIBRARY	180 SOUTH SHERWOOD AVENUE	71,697
VICKSBURG DISTRICT LIBRARY	215 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE	63,234
AUGUSTA-ROSS TOWNSHIP DISTRICT LIBRARY	105 SOUTH WEBSTER STREET	37,084
RICHLAND COMMUNITY LIBRARY	8951 PARK STREET	35,012
MARCELLUS TOWNSHIP WOOD MEMORIAL LIBRARY	205 EAST MAIN STREET	26,601
SCHOOLCRAFT COMMUNITY LIBRARY	330 NORTH CENTRE STREET	20,575
MENDON TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	314 WEST MAIN STREET	11,153
GALESBURG MEMORIAL LIBRARY	188 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE	10,154

Farmers Markets in Portage

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Bronson Winter Farmers' Market	601 John Street	November to April	Fri:10:30 am - 2:00 pm;		Visit
Douglass Farmers' Market	1000 West Paterson Street	06/04/2013 to 09/24/2013	Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Friday Farmer's Market at Borgess Medical Center	1521 Gull Rd				Visit
Galesburg Community Market	45 West Michigan	05/31/2014 to 10/04/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Kalamazoo Farmers Market	1204 Bank Street	05/02/2020 to 11/21/2020	Tue: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Thu: 2:00 AM-6:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Plainwell Farmers Market	798 E. Bridge St.	05/24/2018 to 10/11/2018	Thu: 3:30 PM-6:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Portage Market	320 Library Ln	05/07/2017 to 10/29/2017	Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
Richland Farmers' Market	9550 East M-89	05/20/2015 to 10/14/2015	Wed: 3:00 AM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Schoolcraft Farmers Market	342 N. Grand	09/01/2012 to 10/31/2012	Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Texas Township Farmers' Market	7110 West Q Ave	05/12/2018 to 10/20/2018	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Vicksburg Farmers' Market	300 N. Richardson	05/18/2018 to	Fri: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;

Breweries in Portage

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Arcadia Brewing Co	Restaurants, Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Breweries	701 E Michigan Ave
Bell's Brewery	Breweries, Food & Drink	8938 Krum Ave	2693822338
Bell's Eccentric Cafe & General Store, Bell's Backroom	Music Venue and Garden Central Business District, Brewery, Beer Garden, and Gastropub, Music Venue,	355 E Kalamazoo Ave	2693822332	Visit
Bilbo's Pizza In A Pan	Sandwich Place, Restaurant, Caterers, Restaurants, Brewery, Pizza Place, Sandwich Place, and Brewery	6202 S Westnedge Ave	2693288855, 2693238855	Visit
Boatyard Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries	432 E Patterson St	2692260300
Boatyard Brewing Company, Boatyard Brewing Co	brewery, Brewery, Breweries, Wineries	432 E Paterson St	2698083455	Visit
Bravo! Restaurant & Cafe	Restaurant, Italian Restaurant, Italian Restaurant, Pizza Place, and Brewery, Brewery, Pizza Place	5402 Portage Rd	2693447700	Visit
Brite Eyes Cafe & Brewhouse	Brewery, Caf, Brewery and Caf Vine	1156 S Burdick St	2692205001
Daane's	Beer Homebrewing Equipment & Supplies, Distillers, Convenience Stores, Caterers, Beer Makers Equipme	8901 Portage Rd	2693275500, 2697625245	Visit
Gonzo's Biggdogg Brewing	Brewery Central Business District	140 S Westnedge Ave	2692170603	Visit
Latitude 42 Brewing Company	brewery, Brewery	7842 Portage Rd	2694594242	Visit
National Products Co	Canned Food Manufacturers, Beverage Manufacturers, Flavoring Extract Manufacturers, Soybean Oil Manu	1206 E Crosstown Pkwy	2693443640	Visit
Rupert's Brew House	Brewery and Bar	773 W Michigan Ave	2693379911
West Michigan Beer Tours	Private Tours, Tours & Activities, Food & Drink, Tours, Brewery Tours, Tourist Attractions, Tour	7749 La Jessica Cir	12692054894

Nursing Homes in Portage

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
MEDILODGE OF PORTAGE 7855 CURRIER DR	For profit - Corporation	120	94	3/5	—	4/5	2/5	2693237748

Pharmacies in Portage

14 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
D AND W FRESH MARKET - 1588	525 ROMENCE ROAD	269-329-3205
HARDING'S	3750 WEST CENTRE AVENUE	269-323-7380
HARDING'S	6330 SOUTH WESTNEDGE AVENUE	269-327-4508
MEIJER	5121 SOUTH WESTNEDGE AVENUE	269-337-2164
MEIJER	8850 SHAVER ROAD	269-321-4310
PORTAGE PHARMACY	7966 LOVERS LANE	269-327-0033
RITE AID - 1822	1950 WEST CENTRE AVENUE	269-321-0664
SAM'S CLUB - 6661	7021 SOUTH WESTNEDGE AVENUE	269-327-2579
TARGET	6839 SOUTH WESTNEDGE AVENUE	269-327-9646
WAL-MART - 5280	8350 SHAVER ROAD	269-323-3959
WALGREENS - 10080	7920 SHAVER ROAD	269-324-9988
WALGREENS - 10081	5933 SOUTH WESTNEDGE AVENUE	269-381-4862
WESTLAKE DRUG	8822 PORTAGE ROAD	269-327-3049
WOODBRIDGE PHARMACY	7901 ANGLING ROAD	269-324-8409

EV Charging Stations in Portage

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Portage, MI - Meijer - Tesla Supercharger	5121 S Westnedge Avenue	Tesla		8	TESLA	public
Sams Club 6661 - Portage, MI	7021 S Westnedge Ave	Electrify America		6	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
COLE CADILLAC	6600 S Westnedge	EV Connect		2	J1772COMBO	public
Airway Fun Center - Tesla Destination	5626 Portage Rd	Tesla Destination	3		J1772 TESLA	public
Hobby Sports	9782 Portage Rd	Non-Networked	3		J1772	public
PORTAGE CH CITY HALL #1	7900 S Westnedge Ave	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
PORTAGE CH STATION 2	203 E Centre Ave	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
PORTAGE CH STATION 3	203 E Centre Ave	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
PORTAGEDL PORTAGE LIBRARY	300 Library Ln	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
Southern Michigan Bank & Trust	531 W Kilgore Rd	Non-Networked	1		J1772	public
Stryker Instruments	4100 E MilhamAve	Non-Networked	8		J1772	public
STRYKER MEDICAL NORTHWEST 1	3800 E Centre Ave	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
STRYKER MEDICAL NORTHWEST 2	3800 E Centre Ave	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
STRYKER MEDICAL SOUTHEAST 1	3800 E Centre Ave	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
STRYKER MEDICAL SOUTHEAST 2	3800 E Centre Ave	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Portage

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
8433-B North 12th Street (110951)	GTOWER	128
8433-B North 12th Street (110951)	GTOWER	128
10706 N 24TH ST (44160)	GTOWER	106
10706 N 24TH ST (44160)	GTOWER	106
53520 Bradt Road (111026)	LTOWER	96
53520 Bradt Road (111026)	LTOWER	96
52807 US RT 131 N (111616)	GTOWER	95
52807 US RT 131 N (111616)	GTOWER	95
13766 S. 38TH STREET (44441)	LTOWER	79
13766 S. 38TH STREET (44441)	LTOWER	79
EAST R AVENUE (44162)	LTOWER	79
EAST R AVENUE (44162)	LTOWER	79
10126 E M 89	TOWER	76
Enterprise Park (111615)	LTOWER	67
Enterprise Park (111615)	LTOWER	67
in t255 M-89 (44729)	MTOWER	61
in t255 M-89 (44729)	MTOWER	61
Three Rivers Cell Site 9750 Constantine Road	TOWER	54
310 DUNCAN STREET (44342)	LTOWER	54
310 DUNCAN STREET (44342)	LTOWER	54

Fire Stations in Portage

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Portage Fire Department	7830 Shaver RD	Mostly career			269-329-4487

Bridges in Portage

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2008	97	39,044	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2008	101	23,695	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2008	110	23,695	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2008	97	23,695	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2008	98	19,866	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1963	220	17,883	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1992	80	16,452	G
Culvert	Concrete	1990	22	13,142	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	1999	211	8,900	F

Amtrak Stations in Portage

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Kalamazoo, MI	459 North Burdick Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Portage

14 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
5200 EAST CORK ST INVESTORS LLC	5200 EAST CORK STREET	KALAMAZOO
5200 EAST CORK ST INVESTORS LLC	5200 EAST CORK STREET	KALAMAZOO
BENTELER INDUSTRIES, INC.	9000 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE	KALAMAZOO
CITY OF PLAINWELL	200 ALLEGAN STREET	ALLEGAN
EVERGREEN PACKAGING INC.	2315 MILLER RD	KALAMAZOO
JAMES RIVER CORP. - KALAMAZOO	243 E PATTERSON ST	KALAMAZOO
JAMES RIVER CORP. - KALAMAZOO	243 E PATTERSON ST	KALAMAZOO
JBS PLAINWELL, INC.	11 11TH STREET	ALLEGAN
KALAMAZOO RIVER GENERATING STATION	6900 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE	KALAMAZOO
PHARMACIA & UPJOHN (P&U) - KAPI AND EMU	7000 PORTAGE RD	KALAMAZOO
PHARMACIA & UPJOHN COMPANY, LLC.	7171 PORTAGE RD	KALAMAZOO COUNTY
PHARMACIA & UPJOHN COMPANY, LLC.	7171 PORTAGE RD	KALAMAZOO COUNTY
STREBOR INC	2305 SUPERIOR STREET	KALAMAZOO
WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY	1201 OLIVER ST	KALAMAZOO

Airports Near Portage

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Gerald R. Ford International Airport	GRR	Large Airport
Battle Creek Executive Airport at Kellogg Field	BTL	Medium Airport
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport	AZO	Medium Airport
South Bend International Airport	SBN	Medium Airport
Airbatco Field	—	Small Airport
Almena Airport	—	Small Airport
Bakers Field	—	Small Airport
Blairport Airport	—	Small Airport
Branch County Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Brooks Field	—	Small Airport
C. V. Airport	—	Small Airport
Calkins Field	—	Small Airport
Chicora Field	—	Small Airport
Coldbrook Field	—	Small Airport
Countryview Airport	—	Small Airport
Creighton Airport	—	Small Airport
Crump Airport	—	Small Airport
Curt's Place Airport	—	Small Airport
David Beiswanger Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Dewind Field	—	Small Airport
Dowagiac Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
East Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Eby Field	—	Small Airport
Elkhart Municipal Airport	EKI	Small Airport
Flying Crown Airport	—	Small Airport
Foos Field	—	Small Airport
Fremont (Murphy) Airport	—	Small Airport
Galloway Landings Airport	—	Small Airport
Goshen Municipal Airport	GSH	Small Airport
Harry's Field	—	Small Airport
Hastings Airport	—	Small Airport
Hiram Cure Airport	—	Small Airport
Hull Airport	—	Small Airport
Ionia County Airport	—	Small Airport
J P's Field	—	Small Airport
Jerry Tyler Memorial Airport	NLE	Small Airport
Kendallville Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Kerby Field	—	Small Airport
Kirsch Municipal Airport	IRS	Small Airport
Lautzenhiser Airpark	—	Small Airport
Law Field	—	Small Airport
Mattawan Airpark	—	Small Airport
Miller Field	—	Small Airport
Mishawaka Pilots Club Airport	—	Small Airport
Mitch Veenstra Airport	—	Small Airport
Nelund Field	—	Small Airport
Newman's Airport	—	Small Airport
Ottawa Executive Airport	—	Small Airport
Padgham Field	—	Small Airport
Park Township Airport	HLM	Small Airport

Police Stations in Portage

1 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety Station 6	1414 Howard Street

Grocery Stores in Portage

40 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 67040	Supermarket	6291 S Westnedge Ave
Barrett's Smokehouse	Convenience Store	9942 Oakland Dr
Bp Portage	Convenience Store	7480 S Westnedge Ave
C Store Portage	Convenience Store	1800 W Milham Ave
Daane's	Convenience Store	8901 Portage Rd
DN'S Party Store	Convenience Store	10059 Shaver Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 18543	Other	5901 S Sprinkle Rd
Dollar General 21529	Other	7965 S 8th St
DOLLAR TREE 0678	Other	325 Mall Dr
DOLLARTREE 10828	Other	1950 W Centre Ave
Fresh Thyme Market 607PTG	Super Store	6212 S Westnedge Ave
Gordon Food Service Store MP004	Supermarket	7421 S Westnedge Ave
H & B Market	Supermarket	9113 Portage Rd
Hardings Market 388	Super Store	3750 W Centre Ave
Hardings Marketplace 423	Super Store	6330 S Westnedge Ave
Honeybaked Ham & Cafe 1707	Other	5823 S Westnedge Ave
J&H Family Stores - Shaver Road 164	Convenience Store	9950 Shaver Rd
JJ Land LLC	Convenience Store	4421 W Centre Ave
Kalamazoo Shell And Mart	Convenience Store	7000 S Westnedge Ave
Long Lake Market 20-1215834	Convenience Store	9119 S Sprinkle Rd
Meijer Gas Station 196	Convenience Store	8994 Shaver Rd.
Meijer Inc 196	Super Store	8850 Shaver Rd
Papa John's #1284	Restaurant Meals Program	2003 W Centre Ave
Portage Citgo 19	Convenience Store	7938 Oakland Dr
Portage Farmer's Market	Farmers and Markets	7900 S Westnedge Ave
Sam's Club 6661	Super Store	7021 S Westnedge Ave
Sappers LLC	Convenience Store	4824 W Milham Ave
Speedway 2275	Convenience Store	5974 Portage Rd
Speedway 3582	Convenience Store	8379 Portage Rd
Speedway 8827	Convenience Store	507 W Milham Ave
Sprinkle Beer Mart	Convenience Store	7907 S Sprinkle Rd
Sprinkle Citgo 37	Convenience Store	7025 S Sprinkle Rd
Sweet Convenience Party Store	Convenience Store	330 E Centre Ave
Target Store 604	Super Store	6839 S Westnedge Ave
Texas Township Farmers' Market	Farmers and Markets	7110 W Q Ave
Tri Lakes Portage Llc	Convenience Store	11000 Portage Rd
Walgreens 10080	Other	7920 Shaver Rd
Walgreens 10081	Other	5933 S Westnedge Ave
Walmart Supercenter 5280	Super Store	8350 Shaver Rd
World Of Spices	Other	5911 S Westnedge Ave

Treatment Centers in Portage

11 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Ascension Borgess Behavioral Health - Inpatient	Both	269-226-5634
Counseling Center PC - DBA Plainwell Counseling Center	Substance Abuse	269-685-9401 x11
Elizabeth Upjohn Comm Healing Center	Both	269-343-1651 x156
Gilmore Community Healing Centers	Substance Abuse	269-382-9820
Integrated Services of Kalamazoo	Both	269-364-6901
Integrated Services of Kalamazoo	Mental Health	269-373-6000
Integrated Services of Kalamazoo - Substance Abuse Services	Substance Abuse	269-373-6000
Kalamazoo Probation - Enhancement Program	Substance Abuse	269-903-0564
New Way Counseling Center	Substance Abuse	269-552-9134
Pine Rest Christian Mental Hlth Servs - Kalamazoo Clinic	Both	269-343-6700
Victory Clinical Services	Substance Abuse	269-344-4458

Churches & Religious Organizations in Portage

41 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BEREAN BAPTIST CHURCH OF PORTAGE MICHIGAN	7813 S 12TH ST
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS	3375 STONEBRIDGE CT APT 5
CHAPEL HILL KALEIDOSCOPE KIDS	7028 OAKLAND DR
CHERRY CREEK COMMUNITY CHURCH	10641 SHAVER RD
CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY OF GOD INC	7835 LOVERS LN
FIRST EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	7075 AUSTRIAN PINE WAY APT 3
GURDWARA SINGH SABHA KALAMAZOO	5828 CHESHIRE ST
HALLOMAI MISSIONS	504 LARKSPUR AVE
HELEN L FOX GOSPEL MUSIC CENTER	PO BOX 2621
INDO-AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER & TEMPLE	2002 RAMONA AVE
JEFF & BETH JONES MINISTRIES INC	2500 VINCENT AVE
KALAMAZOO FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD	5550 OAKLAND DR
KINDLE COMMUNITY CHURCH	2281 PORTSIDE AVE
KINGDOM APOSTOLIC NETWORK	5805 OAKLAND DR
KTF PRODUCTIONS	725 GABARDINE AVE
LOVE HIM MORE MINISTRIES INC	136 BRITTANY DR
LUTHERAN CAMPUS COUNCIL OF KALAMAZOO MI	9420 PORTAGE RD
NEW APOSTOLIC CHURCH OF OTSEGO MI	4515 CEDARCREST AVE
NEW LIFE CHURCH OF KALAMAZOO INC	5115 PORTAGE RD
NEW VINTAGE MINISTRIES	6978 TOWHEE ST
NORTH PINES CHURCH INC	6051 CONSTITUTION BLVD
OAKLAND DRIVE CHURCH OF CHRIST INC	7331 OAKLAND DR
PARISH CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING	1616 KINGSBURY DR
PORTAGE CHAPEL HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	7028 OAKLAND DR
PORTAGE CONGREGATIONAL COMMUNITY NURSERY INC	3600 W MILHAM AVE
PORTAGE FOURSQUARE CHURCH	3424 WEDGWOOD DR
PORTAGE FREE METHODIST CHURCH OF PORTAGE MICHIGAN	1715 W CENTRE AVE
PRAIRIE EDGE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH	9316 OAKLAND DR
PRAY FOR KALAMAZOO	1809 ROMENCE RD
PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH OF PORTAGE MI	1747 W MILHAM AVE
RECAST MINISTRY	6441 WESTSHIRE ST
SAINT MICHAEL LUTHERAN CHURCH	7211 OAKLAND DR
SHOES FOR CHILDREN MX	6418 OAKLAND DR
ST BARNABAS EPISCOPAL CHURCH	929 E CENTRE AVE
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA CATHOLIC CHURCH	1150 W CENTRE AVE
ST JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH	2381 ROMENCE RD
ST PAULS EPISCOPAL CHURCH	5220 LOVERS LN LOWR 100
THE CHURCH OF CHRIST OF PORTAGE	6385 S 12TH ST
THE EMPOWERMENT CENTER CITY	5805 OAKLAND DR
VALLEY FAMILY CHURCH	2500 VINCENT AVE
WORSHIPARTS MINISTRIES INC	6841 AMBERLY ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Portage

What is the population of Portage?

Portage has a population of 49,015 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 1,521 people per square mile, spread across 35.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.2 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Portage expensive to live in?

Portage has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $79,529, 6% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $243,400 (14% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,120 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Portage safe?

Portage is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 274 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,124 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Portage receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Portage?

Portage has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Portage?

Portage has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,264. There are 5,972 business establishments in the area, including 579 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 11.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Portage?

The median home value in Portage is $243,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $288,157. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,120. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 68.0%. The average annual property tax is $7,471.

How are the schools in Portage?

Schools in Portage score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 48.4% of adults in Portage hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. 20.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Portage?

The obesity rate in Portage is 35.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.6% of adults are smokers. 19.6% are physically inactive. 28.4% of residents report depression. 5.3% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 91.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,012.

What is transportation like in Portage?

The average commute in Portage is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Portage?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Portage is 82.4% White, 5.8% Black or African American, 1.8% Hispanic or Latino. 93.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.8% speak Spanish. 6.6% of the population are military veterans. 10.1% of residents have a disability. 95.2% have health insurance coverage.

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Is Portage a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Safety & Crime

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Portage vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Portage vs U.S. Average

Income: Portage vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Portage vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Crime Rates: Portage vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Temperature

Geography

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Natural Hazard Risk

Hazard Breakdown

Earthquake History

Tornado History

Tsunami History

Wildfire History

Monthly Weather

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Safety & Disasters

Education

Area & Infrastructure