Portage

Columbia County, Wisconsin

Population 58K |Median income $85,351 |2 hospitals

Population

58,272

Columbia County

Median Income

$85,351

+26% vs avg

Median Home Value

$283,200

+24% vs avg

Median Age

43.7

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

58K+3%

Median Income

$85,351+47%

Median Home Value

$283,200+62%

Poverty Rate

7.8%-16%

Unemployment

3.1%-49%

Economics

Median Rent

$978/mo

Poverty Rate

7.8% -45% vs avg

Unemployment 3.1%

Bachelor's Degree+ 26%

Work From Home 12.5%

Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 91%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.3%

African American 1.8%

Asian 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

33.6%

High Blood Pressure

32.8%

Short Sleep Duration

32%

Physical Inactivity

26.2%

Binge Drinking

19.2%

Frequent Mental Distress

15.4%

Current Smoking

14.4%

Frequent Physical Distress

13.3%

Diabetes

11.3%

Current Asthma

10.8%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 68.7%

Annual Checkup 76%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

7.4%

Coronary Heart Disease

6.9%

Stroke

3.4%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

ASPIRUS DIVINE SAVIOR HOSPITAL

PORTAGE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Portage Area 6

Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Darwin, Litchfield, and Palmerston: Heavy Rainfall and Flash Flooding Possible

BOM · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 13h ago

Weather Alerts high

Storm Warning and Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN

NOAA · 13h ago

Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray and Storm Warning Issued for Grand Portage to Grand Marais, MN

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Portage, WI? ▼

Portage, WI has a population of 58,272 people, located in Columbia County, Wisconsin.

What is the median household income in Portage? ▼

The median household income in Portage, WI is $85,351 per year. The poverty rate is 7.8%.

What is the median home value in Portage? ▼

The median home value in Portage, WI is $283,200. Median rent is $978/month.

What are the top health concerns in Portage? ▼

The top health indicators in Portage include Obesity (33.6%), High Blood Pressure (32.8%), Short Sleep Duration (32%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Portage? ▼

Portage has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Portage? ▼

The median age in Portage, WI is 43.7 years. 26% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Portage, WI is located in Columbia County, Wisconsin. With a population of 58K and a median household income of $85,351, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 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 (Columbia 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.