Portage is a city in Porter County, Indiana, United States. The population was 37,926 as of the 2020 census. It is the largest city in Porter County and third largest in Northwest Indiana. Portage lies within Portage and Westchester townships, on the border with Lake County, Indiana.
Midwest
Portage
Porter County, IN
Population
37,737
Walk Score
62 · Somewhat Walkable
Median rent
$1,065
Median home value
$189,300
Founded
1967
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On the National Register
Historic districts
- Nike Missile Site C47 · listed 2000
- West Beach Historic District · listed 2025
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