Portage, UT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
223 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,313 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$273,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$500 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$825 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Box Elder County
2
Brigham City Urban Area
2
Utah
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Box Elder County
3
Brigham City Urban Area
3
Utah
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 14 23
Feb 1 11 27
Mar 2 7 38
Apr 2 4 46
May 2 0 55
Jun 1 0 63
Jul 1 0 72
Aug 1 0 71
Sep 1 0 61
Oct 2 1 48
Nov 1 6 36
Dec 2 14 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 10% of residents leaning left and 82% leaning right.

Liberal (10%) (82%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 6%
Other 24%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, UT State Senate District 1, UT State House District 1, UT
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Schools

Fielding School
13 miles, S • 3.7 star
Malad Senior High School
14 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Malad Middle School
14 miles, N • 2.3 star
Idaho Home Learning Academy
14 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Bridgerland Technical College
25 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Utah State University
27 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Stevens-Henager College
27 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Bear River Valley Hospital
18 miles, S • 4.1 star
Franklin County Medical Center
21 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Ogden-Hinckley Airport
55 miles, S • 1 star
Pocatello Regional Airport
67 miles, N • 1 star
Idaho Falls Regional Airport
107 miles, NE • 1 star
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