Median Income
$112,031
49% higher than US avg
Home Value
$78,200
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
43.4%
29% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$678
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Portal Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population136
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density203/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Economy
A
Median Income$112,031
Per Capita$59,964
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$293M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$78,200
Rent$678
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp38°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation1,955 ft
Education
A
Bachelor's+43.4%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 86% / D 12%
Commute31 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries1
Is Portal a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Portal receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Portal stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Portal is $112,031, which is significantly higher than the national average — 49% above $75,149. This places Portal among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Portal is $78,200, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $678 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 43.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Portal has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Portal has a population of 136 with a density of 203 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.8%), with 11.8% Hispanic, 11.8% Black.
Population
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Portal is $112,031, which is 49% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $112,031 |
| 49% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $59,964 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,329 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,079 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.7% |
| 58% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 126 |
| County GDP | $293M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 9 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.1 min |
| Work from Home | 8.5% |
The median home value in Portal is $78,200, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $678 (42% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $78,200 |
| 72% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $678 |
| 42% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Portal, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Portal vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.0% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.9% |
| Depression | 21.1% |
| Mental Distress | 15.2% |
| Physical Distress | 11.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.6% |
| Premature Death | 5,189/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 12.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
Crime Rates: Portal vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Portal has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
7°F Jan (-14°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 38.2°F |
| 29% below US avg |
| January Average | 7°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,955 ft (596 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 203/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.9944°N, 102.5484°W |
| County FIPS | 38013 |