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Porter, IN

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Population
5,167
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
640 ft
Median Home Value
$267,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,026/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$74,542
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in IndianaPopulation rankingHighest population places in IndianaNearest larger communityPortage, Indiana5.6 miles away · 38,634 residents.

About Porter

Porter is a town in Westchester Township, Porter County, Indiana, situated within the Indiana Dunes National Park ecosystem. Home to the historic Joseph Bailly Homestead and Porter Beach along the shores of Lake Michigan, the community of approximately 5,217 is served by the Duneland School Corporation for public primary and secondary education.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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