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Portage, WI

Looking to move to Portage, WI? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Portage, WI is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Portage, WI has a population of 10188. What about cost of living in Portage, WI? The median income in Portage, WI is $61,117 and the median home value is $172,531.

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
$172,531
Median Property Tax
$2,339
Total Population
10,188
Average Commute
16 min
Median Household Income
$61,117
Median Monthly Rent
$797

Map of Portage, WI

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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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