Economy & Jobs — Portage, Michigan

Income & Employment

Median Household Income (Census)$83,212
Estimated 2026~$90,600
Per Capita Income$45,616
Poverty Rate7.1%
Unemployment Rate4.3%
In Labor Force27,304

Top Industries

IndustryShare
Education Healthcare24.4%
Manufacturing20.1%
Retail11.6%

Local Businesses (County)

TypeCount
Fast Food218
Full Service Restaurants205
Physician Offices128
Dental Offices104
Insurance Agencies98
Law Offices85
Child Day Care66
Auto Repair63
Grocery Stores60
Real Estate Offices57
Gas Stations54
Beauty Salons54
Commercial Banks52
Coffee Shops45
Liquor Stores42
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.