Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 10.0% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 48.0% ▲ 24% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.2% ▼ 34% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 344 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 12,823 (30.6%) |
| Some College | 3,710 (8.9%) |
| Associates | 5,040 (12%) |
| Bachelors | 5,522 (13.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,429 (34.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $74,647 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $226,555 ▼ 19% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $914/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 30,176 |
| Vacant Units | 1,783 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Portage County is located in Wisconsin and encompasses 12 ZIP codes spanning 10 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 67,499 residents. With a median age of 37.52, it is a relatively young county.
Portage County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $74,646 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 10.0% is near the national average.
Housing in Portage County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $226,555 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $913. Homeownership rates are high at 68.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Portage County are primarily White (89.33%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 48.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Portage County, WI is a solidly middle-class area in Wisconsin. The 12 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54909 | Almond | 2,042 | $78,365 | $187,500 | $969 | 2.7% | 34.3% |
| 54406 | Amherst | 4,008 | $76,445 | $267,300 | $858 | 1.8% | 44.4% |
| 54407 | Amherst Junction | 1,338 | $95,682 | $306,500 | $1,011 | 1.5% | 47.8% |
| 54921 | Bancroft | 1,351 | $72,708 | $190,700 | $763 | 1.4% | 31.2% |
| 54423 | Custer | 2,235 | $116,941 | $290,700 | $789 | 0.6% | 48.4% |
| 54443 | Junction City | 2,111 | $96,397 | $258,800 | $850 | 3.6% | 36.8% |
| 54458 | Nelsonville | 135 | $65,250 | $139,600 | $875 | 2.4% | 51.5% |
| 54467 | Plover | 14,889 | $82,255 | $244,400 | $1,042 | 2.7% | 53.0% |
| 54473 | Rosholt | 2,405 | $77,981 | $229,400 | $772 | 3.8% | 33.8% |
| 54481 | Stevens Point | 27,878 | $57,234 | $191,700 | $853 | 4.5% | 51.0% |
| 54482 | Stevens Point | 9,107 | $94,919 | $265,800 | $994 | 1.9% | 44.0% |