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  Community Information

Population

Total Population 5,304
Population Density 841 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population 2,688
Male Population 2,616
Median Age 35.15 Years
Percentage Population Change since 1990 85%
Percentage Population Change Since 2000 0%

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public College COMMONWEALTH BUSINESS COLLEGE
Distance to COMMONWEALTH BUSINESS COLLEGE 10 Miles
Nearest 4-Year Public College PURDUE UNIV NORTH CENTRAL
Distance to PURDUE UNIV NORTH CENTRAL 9 Miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households 2,120
Family Households 1,347
Average Family Size 3.27
Average Household Income $78,923
Median Household Income $61,188
Percentage Income Change Since 1990 85%
Percentage Income Change Since 2000 0%

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk 0.45
Total Crime Risk (County) 0.46
Personal Crime Risk (County) 0.28
Murder Risk (County) 0.28
Rape Risk (County) 0.39
Robbery Risk 0.17
Assault Risk (County) 0.38
Property Risk (County) 0.60
Burglary Risk (County) 0.45
Larceny Risk (County) 0.82
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) 0.44

Environment

Average July High Temperature 81.5° F
Average January Low Temperature 15° F
Annual Precipitation 37.86 inches
Air Pollution Index 103% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate 6%
Nearest Airport CHICAGO MIDWAY INTL
Distance to CHICAGO MIDWAY INTL 36 Miles
Nearest Major Sports Team CHICAGO WHITE SOX
Distance to CHICAGO WHITE SOX 32 Miles

  
  School Information
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School NameGradesAddress
NEWTON YOST ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5100 W BEAM ST, PORTER, IN 46304
 
  Neighborhood Establishments

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Type of BusinessNameAddress
BANKSFIRST STATE BANK OF PORTER230 LINCOLN ST PORTER, IN 46304
CHURCHESAUGSBURG EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN100 N MINERAL SPRINGS RD PORTER, IN 46304
CHURCHESPORTER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH100 E BEAM ST PORTER, IN 46304



  Recent Home Sale Data ( click to expand )
 

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 Total SoldMedian PriceAverage Price
46304415$188,527$216,055
Displaying 1-4 of 4 in $5-200k range
New Construction! Huge detached 3 bedroom,3 bath townhome in quiet area. Main floor master bedroom with vaulted ceilings and plant shelf, master bath boasts skylight, vaulted ceiling and whirlpool tub. Massive walk-in closet. Kitchen is equipped with maple cabinets, microwave range hood, dishwasher and wall length pantry. The fireplace gives a warm glow to the dining room for cozy dinner parties or a cup of tea. The garage is insulated, drywalled and has an insulated garage door. Beautifully decorated by the builder and ready to move into. Don't miss this one!
 829 Johnson St
 Porter, IN 46304
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 
$179,900
1.5 miles south of lake michigan, older two story has redone baths and kitchen, some newer windows double lot garage location walkable to library restrants and bars.
 225 Michigan Street
 Porter, IN 46304
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$174,000
IMPROVEMENTS TO THE PROPERTY: SLATE ENTRY IN FOYER, REFINISHED HARDWOOD FLOORS, CERAMICTILE IN BATHS, NEWER CARPETING, CLEARED AND CLEANED LANDSCAPING, NEWER LIGHT FIXTURES, SOME NEW WINDOWS. I BOUGHT THIS PROPERTY TO FIX UP, STILL IN NEED OF IMPROVEMENTS, ELECTRICAL HAS BEEN RUN TO GARAGE, NO GARAGE DOOR OPENERS. I WOULD COVER FRONT PORCH & DECK THE MASTER BEDROOM. HOOK UP CENTRAL AIR TO 2ND FLOOR. SEAL OR WATERPROOF BASEMENT, SHOULD BE ALL SET FOR GREAT FAMILY HOME. REALTOR OWNED
 225 MICHIGAN St
 Porter, IN 46304
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 
$168,000
WHY RENT? THIS CHARMING 3 BEDROOM HOME COMES WITH APPLIANCES, NEW ROOF, NEW FURANCE AND AIR CONDITIONING, NEW GARAGE DOORS AND OPENERS, NEW CARPET, RECENTLY PAINTED. LOW TAXES AND EVEN THE UTILITIES ARE REASONABLE! NIPSCO (GAS & ELECTRIC) $131.00 ON MONTHLY BUDGET PROGRAM. 12 MONTH HSA HOME WARRANTY PROVIDED FOR YOUR PEACE OF MIND! EASY ACCESS TO MAJOR EXPRESSWAYS. MINUTES TO LAKE MICHIGAN. THIS COULD BE YOUR PERFECT BEACH HOUSE! CALL FOR A PRIVATE SHOWING TODAY!
 390 WOODLAWN
 Porter, IN 46304
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 
$99,500


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