Portage is a city located in Porter County, in the state of Indiana (IN), United States. Nestled in the East North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 25.5 square miles (66.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 644 ft. With a population of approximately 33,496 residents, Portage offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 48.5% males and 51.5% females, and it has a population density of 313.57 people per square mile (507.17/km²). Portage lies at a latitude of 41.58 and a longitude of -87.19, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (6.4%), followed by English (8.8%), German (22.1%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 46368.