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Portage, WI

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Let’s start with the basics: Portage, WI has a population of 10294. What about cost of living in Portage, WI? The median income in Portage, WI is $61,894 and the median home value is $160,190.

Read on to learn more about Portage, WI, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Portage, WI

Average Temperatures

57 high / 36 low

Average Annual Rainfall

36 in

Average Annual Snowfall

39 in

Quick Facts about Portage, Wisconsin

Median Home Value
$160,190
Median Property Tax
$2,339
Total Population
10,294
Average Commute
16 min
Median Household Income
$61,894
Median Monthly Rent
$733

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