Portage is a city located in Porter County, Indiana.
Our City has experienced significant progress in a short amount of time and continues to move forward in a positive way. Our location at the southern tip of Lake Michigan brings added value to our citizens and visitors alike.
Portage is a family friendly city that is both affordable and enjoyable to live, work, play and stay.
The International Port of Indiana is located within our borders, as well as, the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. Our public marina is a great asset that compliments the many private marinas along the Burn Waterway. The opportunities for recreation are numerous. Fishing, hiking, swimming, boating and bicycling along our extensive trail network are just to name a few.
Opportunities for employment continue to increase with new business and light industry locating in Portage. Retail and restaurants have also contributed to our positive growth.
Our school system offers many experiences for our students that prepare them well for their future goals whether they are higher learning or employment. They continue to strive for excellence and it shows in the many successful stories we hear about our youth. They are our future and we have a vested interest in supporting our school and students as they work hard to realize their dreams.
Our City has many service organizations, a strong faith community, a health business community and most importantly citizens who care deeply about their neighbors, friends and family. We are a community of hard working people with a commitment to keeping our city safe, clean, and prosperous.Our opportunities are endless.There is no stopping us now.
Housing Cost
Estimated median house/condo value in 2005: $128,300
Demographics
Estimated population in July 2006: 36,300. Portage covers 25.5 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 644 feet above sea level.
Zip codes: 46368 - Area code: 219
Weather
Portage, IN climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and very cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 20's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 84.00 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 16.40 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 21 degrees Fahrenheit, and fairly limited during winter with an average difference of 17 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Portage is 36.37 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is June with an average rainfall of 4.41 Inches.
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Our location at the southern tip of Lake Michigan brings added value to our citizens and visitors alike.