Portage town, Utah Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Portage town, Utah Demographics
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As of 2026, Portage town, Utah has a total population of 223, the 291st largest city in Utah, with a median household income of $55,313, which is 40% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 4.1%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 40% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.1% — among the lowest in Utah.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.4%.

Portage town Quick Facts

Population 223

Median Household Income $55,313

Median Home Value $273,300

Poverty Rate 4.1%

Unemployment Rate 2.4%

Median Age 33.3 years

Homeownership Rate 81.5%

Affordability Ratio 4.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 11.4%

High School Graduation Rate 97.1%

Diversity Index 20/100

Population 223 291st of 329

Median Income $55,313 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 4.1% 67% lower national

Median Home Value $273,300 bottom 30%

How Portage town Compares

Median Household Income

Portage town

$55,313

$91,750

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Portage town

$273,300

$455,000

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 9.9%

$25K-$50K 32.1%

$50K-$100K 39.5%

$100K+ 18.5%

Employment

2.4% Unemployment Rate State: 3.4% | National: 5.2%

56.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 81.5%

Renter 18.5%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

35.4%

18-34

17.9%

35-54

17.9%

55-74

23.3%

75+

5.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 40 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Portage town Rankings in Utah

#291 Population of 329

#272 Median Income of 329

#287 Education of 329

#231 Home Value of 329

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Cities Similar to Portage town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Bryce Canyon City town	216	N/A	N/A	58.9%	51.8%
Lyman town	235	$50,625	$371,900	16.0%	42.1%
La Sal CDP	251	N/A	N/A	4.4%	0.0%
Montezuma Creek CDP	256	N/A	$38,900	5.5%	30.3%
Meadow town	246	$43,750	$234,400	21.1%	7.3%

Population Overview

Portage town is a small community located in Utah. The total population is 223. It ranks as the 291st most populous out of 329 cities and towns in Utah.

Age Demographics

The median age in Portage town is 33.3 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 31.7 years. With 35.4% of the population under 18, Portage town has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Portage town is $55,313. This is 40% lower than the state median of $91,750. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 30% lower. The poverty rate stands at 4.1%. This is 52% lower than the state poverty rate of 8.6%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 2.4%. This is 29% lower than the state rate of 3.4%. The median home value is $273,300. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $455,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.9x. 81.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 70.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Portage town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.5%.

Education

11.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% lower than the state rate of 36.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 97.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Portage town, Utah is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Utah state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 329 Census-designated places in Utah. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Portage town, Utah?

Portage town, Utah has a population of 223 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Portage town, UT?

The median household income in Portage town is $55,313, which is 30% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Portage town, UT?

The poverty rate in Portage town is 4.1%. This means approximately 9 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Portage town, Utah?

Portage town's population is 88.8% White, 0.0% Black, 8.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Portage town, UT?

The median home value in Portage town is $273,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.9x.

How educated is Portage town, Utah?

11.4% of adults (25+) in Portage town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.