Median Income
$55,313
26% lower than US avg
Home Value
$273,300
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,313
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.5%
72% lower than US avg
How Portage Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population223
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density87/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A
Median Income$55,313
Per Capita$33,000
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$23,322M
Commute34 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$273,300
Rent$1,313
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Elevation4,464 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+97.1%
School Score5.82
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 36%
Commute34 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries7
Is Portage a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Portage receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $55,313, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Portage is $273,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,313 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Portage experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches, including 38.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Portage has a population of 223 with a density of 87 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 2.7% Hispanic.
Population
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 90.8% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Spanish | 9.2% |
| 31% below US avg |
The median household income in Portage is $55,313, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,313 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,000 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,135 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $95,615 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 10,532 |
| County GDP | $23,322M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 542 |
| Healthcare | 996 |
| Retail | 962 |
| Manufacturing | 284 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,080 |
| 17% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.49% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.1 min |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |
The median home value in Portage is $273,300, 3% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,313 (13% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $273,300 |
| 3% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,313 |
| 13% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $981 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,082 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,313 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,746 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,105 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,080 |
| 17% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.49% |
In Portage, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Portage vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.3% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.9% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.8% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.4% |
| Premature Death | 5,581/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 996 |
Crime Rates: Portage vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Portage has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 48.8°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 16.9 inches |
| 56% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 38.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,464 ft (1,361 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 87/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.9756°N, 112.2405°W |
| County FIPS | 49011 |