Portage Population 2026
Portage has a population of 36,738, making it the #1225 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Indiana. It is about 240× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,738
Rank in United States
#1225
Coordinates
41.58°N, 87.18°W
~194 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
910 km
565 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Indiana
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis | 887,642 | #16 |
| Fort Wayne | 260,326 | #81 |
| Evansville | 119,943 | #245 |
| South Bend | 101,516 | #317 |
| Carmel | 88,713 | #383 |
| Bloomington | 84,067 | #427 |
| Hammond | 77,614 | #474 |
| Gary | 77,156 | #476 |
Cities near Portage
- Gary77,156 people · ~14 km away
- Valparaiso32,626 people · ~15 km away
- Merrillville35,224 people · ~17 km away
- Crown Point28,879 people · ~24 km away
- Schererville28,791 people · ~26 km away
- Hammond77,614 people · ~27 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Portage?
Portage has a population of 36,738 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1225 biggest city in United States.
What state is Portage in?
Portage is located in Indiana, United States.
Is Portage the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 910 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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