Affordable Portage Storage Units

Moving and storage go hand in hand. Whether you are traveling across town or the country, moving is an exciting and fresh start. While Storage Rentals of America is here to help you with all your storage needs, we also want to help you get familiar with the area. That's why we put together this resource guide for Portage.

About Portage, MI.

Portage, MI, is a mid-sized city located in the Southwestern part of the state. It has a population of 49,787. Since 2020, it has grown 4.7 percent. The original inhibitors were the Pottawatomie Tribe. Then, in 1831, the first four settlers arrived from Europe and called it Dry Prairie, where everyone lived peacefully. By 1834, more people came, and the city grew and became Portage in 1838. It has been growing ever since.

Everyone living there finds the natural climate and sceneries most peaceful. People rate the city at its best during the summer, with a 9.1 rating out of ten. They give it a 4.1 out of 10 due to the frigid temperatures in December and January. During the winter, it is not as comfortable as the summer months. On average, the lows in the winter are 14 degrees, and the highs in the summer are between 80 and 85. The ratio of rain to sunny days is about half a half throughout the year, which is average and fair for most people.

What to do in Portage, MI.

There are hundreds of sights and things to do in Portage. These listings are only a speck of dust compared to what is out there. Below are the attractions and fun stuff in and around Portage that continue to fascinate and bring people back to visit.

• State Parks and Historic Sites: Grand Portage National Monument, Grand Portage State Forest, Ice Rink at Millennium Park.
• Museums: Air Zoo, Kalamazoo Aviation History Museum, Kalamazoo Valley Museum, Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, Vicksburg Museum
• Entertainment for the Family: Air Zoo, Celebration Cinema, Magical Rain Theatre Works, Airway Fun Center, Jungle Joe's Family Fun Center, Arcade Robotics.
• Bars and Nightclubs: Main Street Pub, Metro Diner & Nightclub, Riviera May Inc., Lodo Company, Latitude 42 Brewing Company, Long Lake Tavern, The Home Bar.
• Travel: Kalamazoo Amtrak Train Station, Kalamazoo / Battle Creek International Airport, Kalamazoo Metro Transit.
• Shopping: Crossroads Mall, Oakwood Plaza Mall Office, Portage Crossing II, Southland Mall, Carillon Center, Wyoming Village Shopping Center, Westwood Plaza, Westmain Shopping Center.
• Events: Various concerts in Kalamazoo County, Little Shop of Horrors, Icebreaker Festival, Light Up the Bluff, Maple Syrup Festival, Memorial Day Celebration, Juneteenth, Sturgis Fest, Countdown to Noon at the Air Zoo, New Year's Fest.

Working in Portage, MI.

The job growth rate is on the rise at one percent and, in the positive, with an unemployment rate of 4.7 percent. On another note, the unemployment rate is below the rest of the country, which is still at 6.0%.

Now that the economy has been opened back up, there is a job surge as more people decide to work from home. The projected growth is 33.3 percent for the following ten years. Portage compares to the rest of America, with a projected growth rate of 33.5 percent. This projection leaves a positive note for those looking for a strong economy. It leaves the previous jobs that shut down during the lockdowns looking for workers today and in the future.

The top three industries in Portage are manufacturing, health care/social assistance, and retail trade.

Portage, MI. Neighborhoods

White and blue-collar workers fill the neighborhoods of Portage. Everyone holds their own and focuses on their families and success. These three neighborhoods are the prime example of how peaceful life can be:

1. Ramona Park: This is a high-class but friendly neighborhood. It is expensive, but folks get their money's worth. Median prices for homes in the area are $304,688, with rental prices averaging $1,447.
2. Angling RD/W Milham Ave: This neighborhood is noted for its buildings and unique diversity. The buildings were designed as far back as 1970. The median home price is $296,961, with rent averaging $1,305.
3. S 12Th St / Briarhill Dr: The neighborhood is another suburban area filled with friendly people, and it is noted for the atmosphere from its setting types of households you will find. The median price is $260,053, with rent at about $1,599.

Portage, MI. School District

Portage has 19 schools altogether, with 16 public schools and three private schools. The Portage schools in the district spend $10,317 per child. The ratio of student to teacher is 18.5. The better the numbers are in the ratio of student to teacher, the better the school's rank. These are the best numbers abroad.

Moving to Portage, MI.

The City of Portage takes care of the water and sewer hookups. Go to the link on the city's website for "Residents," and click on "Utilities - Water & Sewer" underneath the "City Services" section. It has all the information needed to connect and disconnect the service. The City of Portage is powered through Consumer's Energy. Everything from hookups and disconnects is requested online or by the number listed under the "Contact" section. It is a toll-free number, and they are good for customer service. Residents find it most convenient.

Get with The Parks and Recreation Department for any information needed to deal with the parks, entertainment, or upcoming events. They are there to answer any questions about what is happening in the city. They cover all close-knit cities. If they do not have the knowledge, they can direct you to someone who can assist you.

Portage, MI. Housing

The median income for households in Portage is $55,050, with median home prices at $233,100. The cost of living is considered one of the best perks. It is 12.9 percent cheaper than the national average.