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Compare Valparaiso to Portage
This post compares Valparaiso, Indiana to Portage, Indiana across various dimensions, including population, median income, median age, percentage of housing that is rental, percent of households with kids, and other demographics.
| Dimension | Valparaiso (city) | Portage (city) |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 32,501 | 36,849 |
| Income (median) | $48,943 | $44,560 |
| Home Value (median) | $175,000 | $141,000 |
| White | 92% | 83% |
| Black | 3% | 9% |
| Asian | 2% | 1% |
| With Kids | 29% | 33% |
| Age (median) | 34 | 39 |
| Rentals | 43% | 31% |
Questions and Answers:
Q: Which is more populated, Valparaiso or Portage?
A: Valparaiso has a similar population count than Portage: 32501 compared with 36849 total people.
Q: Do incomes tend to be higher in Valparaiso or in Portage?
A: Incomes are on average similar in Valparaiso.
Q: Are homes more expensive in Valparaiso or Portage?
A: Homes tend to be more expensive in Valparaiso.
Q: Which has a higher percentage of housing rental units?
A: Valparaiso does. The percentage of rentals differs quite a bit: 43% for Valparaiso versus 31% for Portage.
Somewhat similar in-state cities, towns, and CDPs to Valparaiso may include: Greenfield, Greenwood, and Franklin.
The statistics and analyses on this page are based on data from the U.S. Census American Community Survey.
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