Portage, MI — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Kalamazoo County · Michigan
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Portage based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
49,015
2023 ACS
Median Income
$79,529
2023
Median Home Value
$243,400
2023
Median Rent
$1,120
2023
Median Age
37.2
Unemployment
5.0%
Cost of Living Index
117.3
100 = national avg
Portage is a city in Kalamazoo County, Michigan, with a population of 49,015 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Portage is one of the communities in Michigan.
The median household income in Portage is $79,529, and the median home value is $243,400. The cost of living index is 117.3 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,120 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.0%, and the median age is 37.2 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
49,015
Male
23,977
48.9%
Female
25,038
51.1%
Median Age
37.2
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
32.9%
High School or Higher
45.0%
Foreign Born
6.2%
Veterans
5.1%
Married
43.6%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.308
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
82.4%
Foreign Born
6.2%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
5.4%
2,627 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
94.6%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
46,248
English Only
91.8%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
1,389 speakers
Limited English
1.6%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
98.4%
Limited English Proficiency
1.6%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
2,521
5.1% of population
Disability Rate
14.2%
359 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$52,299
Unemployment Rate
10.7%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
2,324
92.2%
Female Veterans
197
7.8%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$52,299
Non-Veteran Income
$46,006
Difference
$6,293
13.7% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
359
Without Disability
2,162
Disability Rate
14.2%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
44,679
#1 Ancestry
German
21.3% (10,463)
#2 Ancestry
English
16.4% (8,036)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
12.2% (5,980)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
20,540
Family Households
12,747
62.1%
Married Couples
10,047
48.9%
Non-Family Households
7,793
37.9%
Single Mother Households
2,175
10.6%
Single Father Households
525
2.6%
Living Alone
5,958
29.0%
Children Under 18
Total Children
10,056
In Married Couple
7,616
75.7%
With Single Mother
1,984
19.7%
With Single Father
456
4.5%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$108,510
Married Couple Income
$126,052
Single Mother Income
$52,652
Single Father Income
$80,409
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
1.8
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
398
Grandparents Responsible
179
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$79,529
+9% vs national
Per Capita Income
$45,616
+23% vs national
Poverty Rate
7.5%
-45% vs national
Gini Index
0.4291
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.0%
-4% vs national
SNAP Recipients
5.0%
of households
How Portage Compares
Portage vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Portage is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Portage, MI has a median household income of $79,529, making it the 9,049th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Portage has a higher median household income than 68% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Portage, MI has a per capita income of $45,616, making it the 5,923rd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Portage has a higher per capita income than 79% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Portage, MI has a poverty rate of 7.5%, making it the 20,056th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Portage has a higher poverty rate than 36% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Portage, MI has a unemployment rate of 5.0%, making it the 11,587th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Portage has a higher unemployment rate than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Portage. The median household income here is $79,529.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.0%
-11% vs MI avg
Labor Force
27,304
Employed
25,877
Mean Commute
17 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
32.9%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
45.0%
of adults 25+
Median Age
37.2
Work from Home
11.6%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$98.8K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
117.3
100 = national avg
+17.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$51,605
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$121,976
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$998
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,162
per month
The median household income in Portage, MI is $79,529, which is 8.6% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $45,616. The poverty rate of 7.5% is lower than the MI state average of 14.1%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4291, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.0%, compared to the state average of 5.6%. The labor force is 27,304. 32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 17 minutes, with 11.6% working from home. About 80.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 117.3, which is 17.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 131.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $51,605 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$297,250
Median List Price
$284,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$167
Days on Market
33
Active Inventory
77
Months of Supply
2.0
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$283,749
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,688
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
18.4%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
41.8%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.7%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
38
New Listings
49
Pending Sales
55
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$167
Median List $/SF
$175
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Portage, MI? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI metro area, home prices have risen 385.1% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 91.4%. The 10-year growth rate is 96.1%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 50.0%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 10.0%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Kalamazoo-Portage, MI housing market rather than Portage alone.
Metro area: Kalamazoo-Portage, MI
Portage vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Portage is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Portage, MI has a median home value of $243,400, making it the 9,536th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Portage has a higher median home value than 66% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Portage, MI has a median rent of $1,120, making it the 7,787th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Portage has a higher median rent than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Portage, MI has a price per square foot of $167, making it the 10,901st highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Portage has a higher price per square foot than 47% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Portage, MI has a rent burden of 16.9%, making it the 13,607th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Portage has a higher rent burden than 38% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$243,400
Median Rent
$1,120
Total Housing Units
21,701
Vacancy Rate
5.3%
Owner Occupied
68.0%
Renter Occupied
32.0%
Median Property Tax
$3,888
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,304
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,888
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.60%
of home value
Median Home Value
$243,400
Estimated Mean Tax
$4,373
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,888) by the median home value ($243,400). In Portage, MI, this works out to an effective rate of 1.60%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Portage, MI is $297,250 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 33 days on the market. 18.4% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $167. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,688/month. About 68.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1978. There are 21,701 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,888. The effective tax rate is 1.60%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
2.77
per 1,000 residents
+7% vs national
Property Crime Rate
29.75
per 1,000 residents
+73% vs national
Total Crimes
1,607
2024
Violent Clearance
48%
cases solved
Property Clearance
25%
cases solved
YoY Change
+2.9%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Portage Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Portage vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Portage is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Portage police solve 57% of aggravated assault cases but only 10% of burglary cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 24 | 0.49 | 16.7% |
| Robbery | Violent | 10 | 0.20 | 30.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 103 | 2.08 | 57.3% |
| Burglary | Property | 133 | 2.69 | 9.8% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,258 | 25.46 | 26.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 79 | 1.60 | 11.4% |
Portage, MI reported 137 violent crimes and 1,470 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 2.77 per 1,000 residents is 6.6% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 48% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,258 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 21.4% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 137 | 1,470 | 2.77 | 29.75 |
| 2023 | 132 | 1,652 | 2.69 | 33.72 |
| 2022 | 155 | 1,617 | 3.18 | 33.13 |
| 2021 | 127 | 1,684 | 2.53 | 33.59 |
| 2020 | 111 | 1,346 | 2.23 | 27.03 |
| 2019 | 136 | 1,549 | 2.74 | 31.24 |
| 2018 | 117 | 1,444 | 2.38 | 29.36 |
| 2017 | 112 | 1,468 | 2.29 | 30.04 |
| 2016 | 100 | 1,295 | 2.06 | 26.67 |
| 2015 | 93 | 1,396 | 1.93 | 28.95 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
81.7
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
85.1
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
18.5
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
91.5
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
11
Public Assistance
$17.5M
Individual Assistance
$3.3M
Most Common Type
Snowstorm
4 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $16.9M | $3.3M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $198K | — |
| Power Outage → | Other | Sep 2003 | $3K | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Jan 2001 | $209K | — |
| Mi - Severe Weather 1/2 /99 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1999 | $122K | — |
| Severe Storms & Tornadoes → | Tornado | May 1980 | — | — |
| Blizzards & Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Jan 1978 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, High Winds & Flooding → | Flood | Apr 1975 | — | — |
| Severe Storm & Freezing → | Snowstorm | Apr 1972 | — | — |
| Tornadoes & Severe Storms → | Tornado | Apr 1965 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | $3K |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes → | Unknown | — | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
290
Total Claims Paid
$5,142,136
Avg Claim Payout
$17,732
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
3
Federal Funding
$77,139
Properties Protected
9
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.04
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $0 |
| 95.1: FMA or CRS Plan | 1 | $13,900 |
| 401.1: Water and Sanitary Sewer System Protective Measures; 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 1 | $63,239 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Portage has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hail, tornado, strong wind. The area has had 11 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is snowstorm (4 declarations). 290 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $17,465,523 in public assistance recovery funding. $3,260,793 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 3 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
35.7%
near the national average
Depression Rate
27.5%
4.0pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.4%
2.5pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
5.2%
5.4pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
35.1%
Arthritis
26.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
7.8%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
16.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
27.5%
Loneliness
32.8%
Lack of Support
20.8%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
26.4%
Mobility
10.9%
Cognitive
12.1%
Hearing
6.8%
Vision
3.7%
Self-Care
2.8%
Independent Living
6.9%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Portage has an obesity rate of 35.7%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 27.5%, 4.0pp above the national average. About 5.2% of adults lack health insurance. 80.2% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.7 mi
Kalamazoo Regional Psychiatric...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kalamazoo Regional Psychiatric Hospital | 4.7 mi | Psychiatric | — | Yes |
| Bronson Methodist Hospital | 7.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Borgess Medical Center | 7.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Three Rivers Health | 15.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | — |
| Bronson Lakeview Hospital | 16.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
3
Pop. Served
46,512
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| PORTAGE | 46,292 | 0 |
| THE BLUFFS AT GULL LAKE | 180 | 0 |
| PAW PAW APTS - WEST MAPLE LAKE | 40 | 0 |
There are 3 water systems serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
17 min
-26% vs national
Drive Alone
80.2%
+2% vs national
Public Transit
0.7%
-20% vs national
Work From Home
11.6%
+25% vs national
Carpool
5.4%
Walk / Bike
1.3%
combined
How Portage's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
5
2023
5-Year Avg
3
fatalities/yr
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Portage, MI is 17 minutes, which is 26.5% below the national average of 23 minutes. 80.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 11.6% work from home, which is above the MI state average of 9.1%. 5.4% of workers carpool. 1.1% walk to work. In 2023, there were 5 traffic fatalities from 4 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
92.6%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
81.6%
of households
No Internet
5.1%
of households
Total Households
20,540
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
95.4%
of households
Smartphone
89.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
84.8%
of households
Tablet
68.5%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
19.3¢
per kWh
+1% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
14.0¢
per kWh
-9% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.3¢
per kWh
-30% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$119
residential
-19% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
13% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Michigan averages 19.3¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $119. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Portage vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
3
Population Served
46,512
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PORTAGE | Community | Ground water | 46,292 | 0 |
| THE BLUFFS AT GULL LAKE | Community | Ground water | 180 | 0 |
| PAW PAW APTS - WEST MAPLE LAKE | Community | Ground water | 40 | 0 |
92.6% of households in Portage have broadband internet access. 81.6% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 8.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 5.1% of households have no internet access. 6.2% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 3 water systems, providing water to 46,512 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Portage is located in Kalamazoo County, MI. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Portage.
Election Overview
Source: Kalamazoo County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
84,501
58.0%
GOP Votes
58,671
40.3%
Total Votes
145,646
Margin
D+17.7%
Shift from 2020
R+1.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 84,501 | 58,671 | 145,646 | 58.0% | 40.3% | D+17.7 |
| 2020 | 83,686 | 56,823 | 143,414 | 58.4% | 39.6% | D+18.7 |
| 2016 | 67,142 | 51,031 | 125,966 | 53.3% | 40.5% | D+12.8 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Kalamazoo County recorded 145,646 total votes. Democrats won the county with 58.0% of the vote compared to 40.3% for Republicans, a margin of D+17.7%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+1.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Kalamazoo County has shifted 5.0 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
221
Total Assets
$273.7M
Total Income
$95.3M
Per 10K Residents
45.1
nonprofits
-23.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
18
Median Assets
$213K
Oldest Active
1940
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $249.7M of $273.7M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Portage
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFPortage, MI has 221 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $273.7M. The most common category is Education, with 36 organizations. 18 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 45.1 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1940.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
399
Total Approved
$122.6M
Jobs Supported
4,151
Per 10K Residents
81.4
SBA loans
+31.3% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
70
Top Lender
The Huntington National Bank
107 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
347
Total Amount
$96.7M
Avg Loan
$278,729
Median Loan
$150,000
SBA Guaranteed
$71.2M(74%)
Jobs Supported
3,657
Loans
52
Total Amount
$25.9M
Avg Loan
$498,058
Median Loan
$415,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
74
19% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$29.3M
24% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$396,174
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kegler Inc. | 3 | $5.0M |
| Agency Insurance & Financial Services | 1 | $3.1M |
| Ardis Pharma Llc | 1 | $1.8M |
| Precision Printer Services Inc. | 5 | $1.8M |
| Fresh Perspective Home Care Llc | 2 | $1.8M |
| Pbkal Enterprises Llc | 1 | $1.6M |
| North American Color Inc. | 1 | $1.6M |
| Pah Acquisition Company Pllc Dba Portage Animal Hospital | 1 | $1.6M |
| Car L Shine, Llc | 1 | $1.5M |
| Wedel's Inc. | 1 | $1.5M |
Portage, MI has received 399 SBA loans totaling $122.6M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 347 loans (87% of the total), supporting 3,657 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 52 loans totaling $25.9M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Portage is The Huntington National Bank with 107 loans. That works out to 81.4 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
13
Total Population
228,746
Avg Median Income
$70,327
Avg Home Value
-$51,079,613
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49001 | 21,313 | $52,327 | $139,600 | $1,055 | 7.7 |
| 49002 | 19,444 | $71,621 | $223,000 | $910 | 17.3 |
| 49006 | 25,888 | $45,617 | $198,000 | $991 | 6.0 |
| 49007 | 9,747 | $39,309 | $103,400 | $1,017 | 3.5 |
| 49008 | 16,488 | $67,339 | $202,400 | $1,005 | 6.7 |
| 49009 | 47,606 | $82,364 | $330,300 | $1,089 | 102.2 |
| 49024 | 30,937 | $86,427 | $248,700 | $1,208 | 17.2 |
| 49048 | 23,999 | $62,160 | $158,300 | $1,032 | 35.1 |
| 49071 | 11,839 | $105,779 | $261,900 | $1,161 | 29.4 |
| 49074 | 212 | $21,563 | N/A | $423 | 0.3 |
| 49087 | 6,074 | $94,556 | $279,800 | $968 | 62.5 |
| 49088 | 3,747 | $103,140 | $261,900 | N/A | 36.0 |
| 49097 | 11,452 | $82,051 | $224,400 | $933 | 70.0 |
Portage, MI has 13 ZIP codes with a combined population of 228,746. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $70,327. The average median home value is -$51,079,613. The average median monthly rent is -$51,281,144.
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