Portage Township, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
94,400 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,465 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$110,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$411 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$781 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Joseph County
5
South Bend-Mishawaka Metro Area
4
Indiana
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Joseph County
5
South Bend-Mishawaka Metro Area
5
Indiana
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 15 24
Feb 2 10 27
Mar 2 5 37
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 3 40
Dec 3 12 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (55%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IN State Senate District 10, IN State House District 6, IN
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Schools

Kennedy Academy
1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Harrison Elementary School
1 miles, W • 1.4 star
Excel Center - South Bend
1 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Holy Cross College
2 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Indiana University-South Bend
3 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Saint Mary's College
3 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Memorial Hospital of South Bend
2 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
3 miles, N • 1.4 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
74 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Chicago Midway International Airport
76 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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