Median Income
$47,000
37% lower than US avg
Home Value
$92,900
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.6%
10% higher than US avg
How Porter Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population571
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density334/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Economy
B
Median Income$47,000
Per Capita$24,679
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$1,998M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$92,900
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$288,056
Health
Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation611 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+82.8%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute27 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2
Is Porter a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Porter receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Porter offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Porter is $47,000, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Porter is $92,900, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Porter enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Porter has a population of 571 with a density of 334 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.7%), with 28.2% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.
Population
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.9% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.1% |
| 54% below US avg |
The median household income in Porter is $47,000, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,000 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,679 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,058 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,764 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.0% |
| 39% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.6% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,140 |
| County GDP | $1,998M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 90 |
| Healthcare | 90 |
| Retail | 122 |
| Manufacturing | 58 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,521 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.79% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.2 min |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |
The median home value in Porter is $92,900, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $288,056.
Home Values
| Census Median | $92,900 |
| 67% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $288,056 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $23 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 66.0% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $750 |
| 36% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,521 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.79% |
In Porter, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Porter vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.2% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.2% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.8% |
| Depression | 26.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 75.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,869/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 33.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 90 |
Crime Rates: Porter vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Porter has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 60.0°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 611 ft (186 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 334/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.8684°N, 95.5160°W |
| County FIPS | 40145 |