Portage

Kalamazoo County, Michigan

Population 262K |Median income $72,532 |4 hospitals

Population

262,375

Kalamazoo County

Median Income

$72,532

+7% vs avg

Median Home Value

$241,800

+6% vs avg

Median Age

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

262K+4%

Median Income

$72,532+58%

Median Home Value

$241,800+77%

Poverty Rate

12.7%-34%

Unemployment

5.5%-53%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,093/mo

Poverty Rate

12.7% -11% vs avg

Unemployment 5.5%

Bachelor's Degree+ 41.3%

Work From Home 12.5%

Public Transit 1.1%

Population

White 75.9%

African American 11%

Two or More Ethnicities 4.4%

Asian 2.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

37.4%

High Blood Pressure

31.4%

Short Sleep Duration

28.4%

Physical Inactivity

22.8%

Frequent Mental Distress

18.6%

Binge Drinking

17.8%

Current Smoking

12.9%

Frequent Physical Distress

12.7%

Current Asthma

11.5%

Diabetes

9.7%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 69%

Annual Checkup 78.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

6.4%

Coronary Heart Disease

5.9%

Stroke

3.1%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3.5/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

BRONSON METHODIST HOSPITAL

KALAMAZOO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

BORGESS MEDICAL CENTER

KALAMAZOO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Portage Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Storm Warning and Heavy Freezing Spray Alert Issued for West of Barren Islands and Kamishak Bay

NOAA · 1h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters

NOAA · 6h ago

Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Lake, Mason, and Oceana Counties Through Tuesday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters Through 7:00 AM CDT

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Lake Superior Near Minnesota and Wisconsin

NOAA · 13h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Portage, MI? ▼

Portage, MI has a population of 262,375 people, located in Kalamazoo County, Michigan.

What is the median household income in Portage? ▼

The median household income in Portage, MI is $72,532 per year. The poverty rate is 12.7%.

What is the median home value in Portage? ▼

The median home value in Portage, MI is $241,800. Median rent is $1,093/month.

What are the top health concerns in Portage? ▼

The top health indicators in Portage include Obesity (37.4%), High Blood Pressure (31.4%), Short Sleep Duration (28.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Portage? ▼

Portage has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Portage? ▼

The median age in Portage, MI is 35 years. 41.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Portage, MI is located in Kalamazoo County, Michigan. With a population of 262K and a median household income of $72,532, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Portage area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Kalamazoo County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.