Portage, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
49,015 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
48.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,529 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$243,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$694 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$985 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kalamazoo County
6
Kalamazoo-Portage Metro Area
6
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Kalamazoo County
6
Kalamazoo-Portage Metro Area
6
Michigan
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (53%) (44%) Conservative

Climate

Hot-summer continental climate. Strong seasonal temperature contrasts with hot summers and cold snowy winters. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 19 24
Feb 2 13 27
Mar 2 6 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 3 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 3 40
Dec 2 16 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Portage Central Middle School
<1 miles, SE · 3.2star
Central Elementary School
<1 miles, S · 2.8star
Portage Central High School
<1 miles, E · 1.9star
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Colleges

Western Michigan University
6 miles, N · 2.8star
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Hospitals

Bronson Methodist Hospital
6 miles, NE · 4.1star
Borgess Medical Center
8 miles, NE · 4.1star
Bronson Lakeview Hospital
16 miles, NW · 4.1star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
50 miles, W · 1.4star
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