Portage, UT
Utah · Davis County · Ogden Metro
Portage is a small town in Utah with a population of 223. Residents earn $55,313 per year, which is 26% below the national average.
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How Portage Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Portage a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Portage receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Portage has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
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.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Portage is below the national average at 201 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,038 per 100,000, 55% above the national average.
Education
11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
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. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches, including 38.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
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
| Median HH Income | $55,313 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $33,000 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,135 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $95,615 |
| Gini Index | 0.397 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
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 | |
| Cost of Living | 98.90 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.49% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $273,300 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $394,049 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,313 |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 36.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $981 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,082 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,313 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,746 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,105 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 81.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 81.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 18.5% |
| Housing Units | 82 |
| Median Year Built | 1966 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,080 |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.49% |
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% |
| Cancer | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 10.7% |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 11.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.8% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
| Short Sleep | 39.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.9% |
| Uninsured | 9.6% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:2,186 |
| Dentists | 1:1,486 |
| Mental Health | 1:369 |
| Checkup Rate | 73.4% |
| Dental Visits | 64.0% |
| 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)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 200.9/100K |
| 47% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,038.3/100K |
| 55% above US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| Traffic Accidents | 108 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.3 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.8°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
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 |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Davis County County |
| Nearest Airport | Brigham City Regional (BMC) 31 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0457 ppm |
| NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide) | 16.6 ppb |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 6.9 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 87.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 97.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Coastal Flood | No Rating |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Relatively High |
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.6 m (12 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1909 | UTAH | Earthquake | 3.6 m | — | 43 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Wapi Lava Field (129 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Wapi Lava Field | Shield | 1,604 m (5,262 ft) | -300 | 129 km |
| Hell's Half Acre | Shield | 1,631 m (5,351 ft) | -3250 | 170 km |
| Craters of the Moon | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,005 m (6,578 ft) | -130 | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-4°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 35°F (1°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 24°F (-4°C) | 1.3 in |
Portage has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 24°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.0") and July the driest (1.0").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 24.9 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| Traffic Accidents | 108 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.3 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.4% |
| 66% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.1% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 3.2% |
| School Test Score | 6.13 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro / 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 87/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.6 sq mi |
| County | Davis County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 81.0% |
| Avg Download Speed | 204.9 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 89.5 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 996 |
| Restaurants | 542 |
| Retail Stores | 962 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 34.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $247 ($148–$396) |
| Specialist Visit | $346 ($198–$544) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $198 ($99–$346) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,176 ($791–$4,945) |
| Dental Cleaning | $129 ($74–$198) |
| Dental Filling | $247 ($148–$396) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $45 ($25–$74) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $74 ($49–$119) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $297 ($148–$495) |
| Tire Rotation | $40 ($20–$74) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $593 ($396–$989) |
| Battery Replacement | $198 ($99–$346) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $99 ($59–$148) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $89 ($49–$138) |
| HVAC Repair | $396 ($148–$791) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,923 ($3,956–$11,868) |
| Roof Repair | $989 ($396–$1,978) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,901 ($5,440–$14,835) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,484 ($495–$3,462) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $14,835 ($4,945–$29,670) |
| DUI Defense | $4,945 ($1,978–$9,890) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,484 ($791–$2,967) |
| Will Preparation | $495 ($198–$989) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,473 ($989–$4,945) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $25 ($15–$45) |
| Women's Haircut | $54 ($30–$99) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $148 ($74–$247) |
| Manicure | $25 ($15–$45) |
| Pedicure | $40 ($25–$64) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $79 ($49–$129) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.05 ($2.97–$5.44) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.46 ($2.47–$4.95) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.76 ($2.47–$5.44) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.45 ($2.97–$6.43) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.44 ($3.96–$7.42) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.99 ($0.59–$1.78) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $138 ($79–$247) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $69 ($30–$148) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $69 ($40–$119) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $69 ($40–$99) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $64 ($30–$99) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $84 ($49–$148) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $198 ($74–$495) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,978 ($1,187–$3,462) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $69 ($30–$129) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $15 ($7.91–$25) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $99 ($30–$247) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $30 ($15–$74) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,187 ($593–$2,473) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $989 ($495–$1,978) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $396 ($198–$692) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $49 ($25–$99) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $989 ($396–$2,473) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $12,363 ($4,945–$29,670) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $59 ($30–$99) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $99 ($49–$198) |
| Dog Grooming | $59 ($30–$99) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $40 ($20–$74) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $297 ($148–$495) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $198 ($99–$396) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $980 |
| Toddler | $796 |
| Preschool | $728 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $728 |
| Toddler | $674 |
| Preschool | $640 |
Top Industries in Davis County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail Trade | 16,978 | 971 | $39,808 | 1.17 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 16,454 | 1,450 | $53,553 | 0.79 |
| Manufacturing | 13,822 | 380 | $77,077 | 1.16 |
| Construction | 12,072 | 1,233 | $66,888 | 1.59 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 11,163 | 552 | $20,875 | 0.85 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 8,567 | 1,853 | $92,754 | 0.85 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 6,394 | 564 | $50,101 | 0.75 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 5,721 | 282 | $61,564 | 0.93 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 3,944 | 148 | $19,015 | 1.62 |
| Other Services | 3,805 | 722 | $43,996 | 0.87 |
| Educational Services | 3,681 | 183 | $37,997 | 1.23 |
| Finance & Insurance | 3,021 | 613 | $81,237 | 0.51 |
| Wholesale Trade | 2,727 | 395 | $77,652 | 0.48 |
| Real Estate | 1,806 | 495 | $65,504 | 0.80 |
| Information & Technology | 1,254 | 223 | $82,242 | 0.46 |
| Management of Companies | 1,040 | 114 | $85,849 | 0.43 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 477 | 25 | $30,939 | 0.41 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 103 | 14 | $79,119 | 0.19 |
| Utilities | 81 | 16 | $87,308 | 0.15 |
| Unclassified | 2 | 2 | $78,127 | 0.01 |
Campgrounds Near Portage
7 campgrounds found near Portage.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOX ELDER CAMPGROUND | 4.5/5 | 29 | $26–$246 |
| MALAD SUMMIT CAMPGROUND | 4.3/5 | 6 | $20–$80 |
| CURLEW CAMPGROUND | 4.1/5 | 14 | $20–$80 |
| MALAD SUMMIT GUARD STATION | 4.1/5 | 1 | $60 |
| THIRD CREEK GROUP SITE | 3.8/5 | 1 | $80 |
| Redpoint Campground | — | — | Free |
| Smithfield Campground | — | 6 | $24–$75 |
National Parks Near Portage
10 national parks and monuments found near Portage.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Bear Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bear Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bear Lake State Park (Cisco Beach) | State Park | Free |
| Bear Lake State Park (Rendezvous Beach) | State Park | Free |
| Fort Buenaventura State Park | State Park | Free |
| Golden Spike National Historical Park | National Historical Park | $20 |
| Hyrum State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lost Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Massacre Rocks State Park | State Park | Free |
| Willard Bay State Park | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Portage
205+ trails found near Portage.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WEST ELKHORN FOOTHILLS | 13.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WRIGHT CREEK NAT. RECREATION T | 7.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| NEW CANYON TO THIRD CREEK | 6.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| OXFORD RIDGE | 6.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BIG CREEK TO POTTER CREEK | 6.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| KENTS CANYON | 5.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| INDIAN MILL TO CLIFF CANYON | 4.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BIG BALDY | 4.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| LOGAN DRY CANYON | 4.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| MILL CANYON | 4.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CHERRY CREEK-CURLY JACK | 4.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MINE HOLLOW | 4.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SOUTH CANYON LOOP | 4.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BURNETT TO DRY CANYON | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| FOURMILE CANYON | 3.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SOUTH OXFORD RIDGE | 3.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| PROVIDENCE CANYON TRAIL | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| SUMMIT TO STATION CANYON | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DEEP CREEK/ WHITE CANYON | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BIG CREEK TO ROWLEY | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SECOND CREEK TO PINE CORRAL | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WELLSVILLE RIDGE | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| CHERRY CREEK TO CHICKEN CREEK | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ASPEN HOLLOW TO CHICKEN CREEK | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ROWLEY TO BIG CREEK CONNECTOR | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SOUTH WAKELY | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DRY CANYON TO HENDERSON | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SUMMIT TO ROWLEY CANYON | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WESTON PEAK CONNECTOR | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MAPLE HOLLOW | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| GUNSIGHT TO ELGROVE | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| COLD WATER (EAST SIDE) | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| TRAIL HOLLOW TO MAPLE HOLLOW | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WEST WAKELY PEAK | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| UPPER EVANS ROAD | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| RUBEN HOLLOW TO WESTON PEAK | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| COLD WATER (WEST SIDE) | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| RUBEN HOLLOW TO DAVIIS BASIN | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| JENKINS HOLLOW TO DRY CANYON | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| UPPER HAWKENS LOOP | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WESTON | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WELLSVILLE RIDGE | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| HAWKENS CREEK | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| PROVIDENCE CANYON WINTER SPORT | 2.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| SOUTH FORK SPRINGS | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BLACK CANYON TRAIL | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| EAST SLOPE OF OLD BALDY | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WELLSVILLE RIDGE | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| OLD BALDY CONNECTOR | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SOUTH OXFORD PEAK | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BIRCH CANYON | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PINE CORRAL TO OXFORD PEAK | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BURNETT CANYON CONNECTOR | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WELLSVILLE RIDGE | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| NEW CANYON TO THIRD CREEK | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| GOOSEBERRY TO OXFORD PEAK | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SHEEP CAVE | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| REED CANYON CONNECTOR | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| UPPER DEEP CREEK RES. | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BLACK CY TO DRY CY CONNECTOR | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SYNCLINE | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| ROWLEY CANYON | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| NORTH WRIGHT CREEK | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SECRET SPRINGS STATION CONNECT | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| TRAIL HOLLOW (MALAD) | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CHERRY CREEK | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| NEW CANYON | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| UPPER FIVEMILE ROAD | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| EAST FORK OF WRIGHT CREEK | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CLIFTON BASIN TO WESTON PEAK | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SWAN FLAT POINT | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SMITHFIELD DRY | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| NORTH WESTON PEAK | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SOUTH HAWKENS LOOP | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WIDE CANYON | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| OLD CANYON-STATION CANYON CON | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| GUNSIGHT TO ELGROVE | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MONSON CREEK TO ELKHORN | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CLIFTON CREEK | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SUSAN HOLLOW | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BRUSHY SPRINGS | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| 5 MILE CREEK CONNECTOR | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LOWER POTTER | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| GOOSEBERRY | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MONSON CANYON | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| NEW CANYON TO THIRD CREEK | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CAMPBELL CREEK | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DEEP CREEK TO RUBEN HOLLOW | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ELBOW CANYON | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| THIRD CREEK TO RUBEN HOLLOW | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WIDE CANYON | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| BISHOP CANYON | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WESTON FORK CONNECTOR | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| PICNIC SPRING | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| UNKNOWN- CLARKSTON | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SOUTH FORK OF DEEP CREEK | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ROCKSLIDE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| NORTH ROWLEY CANYON | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SECRET SPRING CONNECTOR | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| RIVER | 0.8 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| OXFORD RIDGE OVERLOOK | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DEEP CREEK | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SMITHFIELD DRY | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| HIGHLINE | 0.7 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CHERRY CREEK-CURLY JACK | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MAPLE HOLLOW CONNECTOR | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BIG CREEK | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WELLSVILLE RIDGE | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| BLACKSMITH FORK RIVER | 0.6 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| NORTH WRIGHT CREEK | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BISHOP CANYON | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CLIFTON BASIN TO WESTON PEAK | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| NORTH ELKHORN RIDGE | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| UPPER BURNETT CANYON | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| EAST FORK OF WRIGHT CREEK | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| OLD CANYON | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SOUTH OXFORD RIDGE | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| HAWKENS CREEK | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MIDDLE BURNETT CANYON | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| COLD WATER (EAST SIDE) | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| RUBEN HOLLOW TO WESTON PEAK | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WURSTEN SPRINGS CUT-OFF | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WRIGHT CREEK TO ROWLEY CANYON | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BONNEVILLE SHORELINE NE | 0.4 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| RIVER | 0.4 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| DEEP CREEK TO RUBEN HOLLOW | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CLIFTON BASIN TO WESTON PEAK | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SECRET SPRINGS STATION CONNECT | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SOUTH FORK SPRINGS | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BURNETT TO DRY CANYON | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ELBOW CANYON | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| KENTS CANYON | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| GREEN CANYON | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| GUNSIGHT TO ELGROVE | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| UPPER HAWKENS LOOP | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WURSTEN SPRINGS CUT-OFF | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| RIVER | 0.2 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| HIGHLINE | 0.2 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MINE HOLLOW | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BISHOP CANYON | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BISHOP CANYON | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WURSTEN SPRINGS CUT-OFF | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MIDDLE BURNETT CANYON | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DRY CANYON TO HENDERSON | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| COLD WATER (WEST SIDE) | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| SMITHFIELD DRY | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| ELBOW CANYON | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| RIVER | 0.1 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| SMITHFIELD DRY | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| NEW CANYON TO THIRD CREEK | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| NEW CANYON TO THIRD CREEK | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BLACKSMITH FORK RIVER | 0.1 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| UPPER FIVEMILE ROAD | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WESTON PEAK CONNECTOR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| EAST SLOPE OF OLD BALDY | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WELLSVILLE RIDGE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| RIVER | 0.1 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| SMITHFIELD DRY | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| RIVER | 0.1 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| RIVER | 0.1 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| NEW CANYON TO THIRD CREEK | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| RIVER | 0.0 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| RIVER | 0.0 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| RIVER | 0.0 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| SMITHFIELD DRY | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| BONNEVILLE SHORELINE NE SPUR | 0.0 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| SMITHFIELD DRY | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| SMITHFIELD DRY | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| RIVER | 0.0 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| RIVER | 0.0 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| GREEN CANYON SPUR | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| RIVER | 0.0 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| SMITHFIELD DRY | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| SMITHFIELD DRY | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| SMITHFIELD DRY | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| NORTH WESTON PEAK | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LOWER POTTER | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SMITHFIELD DRY | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| SMITHFIELD DRY | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| FOURMILE CANYON | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| UPPER COTTREL SPRINGS | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BIG CREEK TO POTTER CREEK | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BURNETT CANYON CONNECTOR | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CHERRY CREEK | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| TRAIL HOLLOW TO MAPLE HOLLOW | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MAPLE HOLLOW CONNECTOR | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SUMMIT TO STATION CANYON | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SOUTH CANYON LOOP | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| INDIAN MILL TO CLIFF CANYON | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| NORTH WRIGHT CREEK | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LOWER POTTER | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| NORTH POTTER | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WIDE CANYON | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| SMITHFIELD DRY | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| DEEP CREEK TO RUBEN HOLLOW | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| RUBEN HOLLOW TO DAVIIS BASIN | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CHERRY CREEK-CURLY JACK | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ASPEN HOLLOW TO CHICKEN CREEK | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MILL CANYON | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WRIGHT CREEK NAT. RECREATION T | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CHERRY CREEK TO CHICKEN CREEK | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SUMMIT TO STATION CANYON | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| RIVER | 0.0 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| RIVER | 0.0 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| MAPLE HOLLOW | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
Museums in Portage
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ONEIDA COUNTY RELIC PRESERVATION & HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION |
Libraries in Portage
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ONEIDA COUNTY DISTRICT | 31 N 100 W | 0.0 | 50,000 | |||
| GARLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY | 86 WEST FACTORY ROAD | 0.0 | 21,962 |
Gas Stations in Portage
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cell Towers in Portage
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| SECTION 35, T13N, R2W, SLBM (11197) | LTOWER | 50 |
| SECTION 35, T13N, R2W, SLBM (11197) | LTOWER | 50 |
| Crowthers Site WEST OF CROWTHER'S RESERVOIR | TOWER | 34 |
| SW1/4 S5 T12N R4W SLM, SOUTH OF HIGHWAY I-84 (11195) | LTOWER | 21 |
| SW1/4 S5 T12N R4W SLM, SOUTH OF HIGHWAY I-84 (11195) | LTOWER | 21 |
Fire Stations in Portage
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portage Fire & Rescue | 25785 N 9000 W | Volunteer | 435-866-2108 |
Bridges in Portage
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1976 | 92 | 12,747 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1976 | 104 | 12,747 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1976 | 92 | 12,747 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1976 | 104 | 12,747 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete | 1975 | 136 | 6,500 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete | 1975 | 136 | 6,500 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete | 1991 | 55 | 437 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete | 1930 | 50 | 125 | P |
Superfund Sites Near Portage
2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| NUCOR STEEL - A DIV OF NUCOR CORP | 7285 W 21200 N | BOX ELDER |
| NUCOR STEEL - A DIV OF NUCOR CORP | 7285 W 21200 N | BOX ELDER |
Airports Near Portage
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Logan-Cache Airport | LGU | Medium Airport |
| Allen H Tigert Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bancroft Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Black Mountain Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brigham City Regional Airport | BMC | Small Airport |
| CAVOK Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cold Water Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Curlew Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Downey/Hyde Memorial Airport | — | Small Airport |
| E Northrop Grumman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying R Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fort Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Glogen Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guilder Peak Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hinrichsen Field | — | Small Airport |
| Holyoak Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lava Hot Springs Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Locomotive Springs Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Malad City Airport | MLD | Small Airport |
| Musselman Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Preston Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Shipley Field | — | Small Airport |
| Simpson Airport | — | Small Airport |
| W E Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Portage?
Portage has a population of 223 residents and is located in Utah. The population density is 87 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.
Is Portage expensive to live in?
Portage has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 98.9 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $55,313, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $273,300 (3% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,313 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x, 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 201 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,038 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 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.9 inches, with 38.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.
How is the job market in Portage?
The job market in Portage is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,135. There are 10,532 business establishments in the area, including 542 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 5.1% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Portage?
The median home value in Portage is $273,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $394,049. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,313. Fair market rent is $1,082 for a 1-bedroom and $1,313 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 81.5%. The average annual property tax is $4,080.
How are the schools in Portage?
Schools in Portage score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 11.4% of adults in Portage hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Portage?
The obesity rate in Portage is 33.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 10.7% of adults are smokers. 19.8% are physically inactive. 27.4% of residents report depression. 9.6% lack health insurance. 92.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,186.
What is transportation like in Portage?
The average commute in Portage is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.1% work from home.
What are the demographics of Portage?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Portage is 95.1% White, 2.7% Hispanic or Latino. 90.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.2% speak Spanish. 7.6% of the population are military veterans. 16.7% of residents have a disability. 91.9% have health insurance coverage.
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