Porter, IN
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Porter Overview
5,204
TOTAL POPULATION
2,368
MALE POPULATION
2,836
FEMALE POPULATION
83.50
MALES / 100 FEMALES
119.76
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$38,188
PER CAPITA INCOME
$84,317
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$77,222
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
54.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
45.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,692
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Porter Area Codes
Race in Porter
The most populous races in Porter are White / Caucasian (4,581 | 88.0%), Hispanic or Latino (619 | 11.9%), and Two or more Races (397 | 7.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 71 | 1.4% |
| Black / African American | 28 | 0.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 619 | 11.9% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 4,581 | 88.0% |
| Two or more Races | 397 | 7.6% |
| Some other Race | 127 | 2.4% |
| Total | 5,204 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Porter
The most populous ancestries reported in Porter are German (1,386 | 26.6%), Irish (794 | 15.3%), Mexican (566 | 10.9%), English (470 | 9.0%), and Polish (312 | 6.0%), together accounting for 67.8% of all Porter residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 80 | 1.5% |
| Arab | 10 | 0.2% |
| Argentinean | 19 | 0.4% |
| British | 16 | 0.3% |
| Central American | 14 | 0.3% |
| Croatian | 27 | 0.5% |
| Czech | 88 | 1.7% |
| Danish | 67 | 1.3% |
| Dutch | 169 | 3.3% |
| Eastern European | 20 | 0.4% |
| English | 470 | 9.0% |
| European | 96 | 1.8% |
| French | 69 | 1.3% |
| German | 1,386 | 26.6% |
| Greek | 48 | 0.9% |
| Irish | 794 | 15.3% |
| Italian | 201 | 3.9% |
| Jamaican | 10 | 0.2% |
| Lithuanian | 25 | 0.5% |
| Mexican | 566 | 10.9% |
| Nicaraguan | 14 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 244 | 4.7% |
| Pakistani | 46 | 0.9% |
| Palestinian | 10 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 312 | 6.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 20 | 0.4% |
| Scandinavian | 7 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 43 | 0.8% |
| Scottish | 113 | 2.2% |
| Serbian | 13 | 0.3% |
| Slovak | 18 | 0.4% |
| South American | 19 | 0.4% |
| Sri Lankan | 57 | 1.1% |
| Swedish | 253 | 4.9% |
| Swiss | 12 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 14 | 0.3% | View All 36 Rows |
Immigrants in Porter
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Porter came from Central America (41 | 0.8%), Latin America (41 | 0.8%), Asia (35 | 0.7%), South Eastern Asia (35 | 0.7%), and Thailand (35 | 0.7%), together accounting for 3.6% of all Porter residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 35 | 0.7% |
| Central America | 41 | 0.8% |
| Eastern Europe | 30 | 0.6% |
| Europe | 30 | 0.6% |
| Latin America | 41 | 0.8% |
| Mexico | 27 | 0.5% |
| Nicaragua | 14 | 0.3% |
| Poland | 30 | 0.6% |
| South Eastern Asia | 35 | 0.7% |
| Thailand | 35 | 0.7% | View All 10 Rows |
Sex and Age in Porter
Sex and Age in Porter
The most populous age groups in Porter are 25 to 29 Years (253 | 10.7%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (295 | 10.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 83 (3.5%) | 255 (9.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 195 (8.2%) | 102 (3.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 138 (5.8%) | 63 (2.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 65 (2.7%) | 30 (1.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 9 (0.4%) | 254 (9.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 253 (10.7%) | 253 (8.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 139 (5.9%) | 223 (7.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 109 (4.6%) | 188 (6.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 231 (9.8%) | 140 (4.9%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 176 (7.4%) | 89 (3.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 130 (5.5%) | 285 (10.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 241 (10.2%) | 295 (10.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 92 (3.9%) | 189 (6.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 215 (9.1%) | 184 (6.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 139 (5.9%) | 151 (5.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 46 (1.9%) | 40 (1.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 60 (2.5%) | 95 (3.4%) |
| 85 Years and over | 47 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,368 (100.0%) | 2,836 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Porter
Median Family Size in Porter
The median family size in Porter is 2.84 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,306 | 82.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.91 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (96 | 6.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.15 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,306 (82.4%) | 2.91 |
| Single Male/Father | 96 (6.1%) | 2.15 |
| Single Female/Mother | 183 (11.6%) | 2.68 |
| Total Families | 1,585 (100.0%) | 2.84 |
Median Household Size in Porter
The median household size in Porter is 2.46 persons per household, with married-couple households (1,306 | 61.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.91 persons per household. non-family households (533 | 25.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.25 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,306 (61.7%) | 2.91 |
| Single Male/Father | 96 (4.5%) | 2.58 |
| Single Female/Mother | 183 (8.6%) | 2.68 |
| Non-family | 533 (25.2%) | 1.25 |
| Total Households | 2,118 (100.0%) | 2.46 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Porter
Out of a total of 2,118 households in Porter, 1,585 (74.8%) are family households, while 533 (25.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 870, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 450.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 450 (21.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 870 (41.1%) | 64 (3.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 273 (12.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 310 (14.6%) | 19 (0.9%) |
| 5-Person Households | 95 (4.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 37 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,585 (74.8%) | 533 (25.2%) |
Female Fertility in Porter
Fertility by Age in Porter
Average fertility rate in Porter is 35.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 42 (100.0%) | 58.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 42 (100.0%) | 35.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Porter
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Porter
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 42 (100.0%) | 73.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 42 (100.0%) | 35.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Porter
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
Income in Porter
Income Overview in Porter
Per Capita Income in Porter is $38,188, while median incomes of families and households are $84,317 and $77,222 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 5,204 | $38,188 |
| Median Family Income | 1,585 | $84,317 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,585 | $101,391 |
| Median Household Income | 2,118 | $77,222 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,118 | $93,710 |
| Income Deficit | 1,585 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 5,204 | 54.35% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 5,204 | 45.65¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 5,204 | 0.41 |
Earnings by Sex in Porter
Average Earnings in Porter are $41,250, $71,640 for men and $32,705 for women, a difference of 54.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,244 (45.3%) | $71,640 |
| Female | 1,502 (54.7%) | $32,705 |
| Total | 2,746 (100.0%) | $41,250 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Porter
The most common earnings brackets in Porter are $100,000+ for men (315 | 25.3%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (157 | 10.4%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 67 (5.4%) | 62 (4.1%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 71 (4.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (3.1%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 76 (5.1%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 130 (10.4%) | 117 (7.8%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 10 (0.8%) | 28 (1.9%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 60 (4.8%) | 98 (6.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 25 (2.0%) | 28 (1.9%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 76 (5.1%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 9 (0.7%) | 104 (6.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 30 (2.4%) | 101 (6.7%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 77 (6.2%) | 86 (5.7%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 44 (3.5%) | 100 (6.7%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 61 (4.9%) | 63 (4.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 118 (7.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 48 (3.9%) | 14 (0.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 100 (8.0%) | 122 (8.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 268 (21.5%) | 157 (10.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 315 (25.3%) | 35 (2.3%) |
| Total | 1,244 (100.0%) | 1,502 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Porter
Average earnings in Porter are $71,922 for men and $34,160 for women, a difference of 52.5%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $76,736, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $71,120. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $70,355, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $28,656.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $76,250 | $28,656 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $76,736 | $35,625 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $71,120 | $37,404 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $71,922 | $34,160 |
Family Income in Porter
Family Income Brackets in Porter
According to the Porter family income data, there are 292 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.4% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 8 families (0.5%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 46 | 2.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 8 | 0.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 52 | 3.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 97 | 6.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 284 | 17.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 217 | 13.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 271 | 17.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 292 | 18.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 163 | 10.3% |
| $200,000+ | 155 | 9.8% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Porter
5-person families (95 | 6.0%) account for the highest median family income in Porter with $250,001 per family, while 5-person families (95 | 6.0%) have the highest median income of $50,000 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 911 (57.5%) | $63,345 |
| 3-Person Families | 232 (14.6%) | $104,091 |
| 4-Person Families | 310 (19.6%) | $87,333 |
| 5-Person Families | 95 (6.0%) | $250,001 |
| 6-Person Families | 37 (2.3%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,585 (100.0%) | $84,317 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Porter
The median family income in Porter is $84,317, with families comprising 3+ earners (126) having the highest median family income of $243,625, while families with 1 earner (349) have the lowest median family income of $57,281, accounting for 8.0% and 22.0% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 385 (24.3%) | $58,897 |
| 1 Earner | 349 (22.0%) | $57,281 |
| 2 Earners | 725 (45.7%) | $101,979 |
| 3+ Earners | 126 (8.0%) | $243,625 |
| Total | 1,585 (100.0%) | $84,317 |
Household Income in Porter
Household Income Brackets in Porter
With 354 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Porter, accounting for 16.7% of all households. In contrast, only 55 households (2.6%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 108 | 5.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 55 | 2.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 116 | 5.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 138 | 6.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 333 | 15.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 284 | 13.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 343 | 16.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 354 | 16.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 186 | 8.8% |
| $200,000+ | 199 | 9.4% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Porter
The median household income in Porter is $77,222, with the highest median household income of $97,778 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 882 households (41.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 19 households (0.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 19 (0.9%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 655 (30.9%) | $57,161 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 882 (41.6%) | $97,778 |
| 65+ Years | 562 (26.5%) | $62,500 |
| Total | 2,118 (100.0%) | $77,222 |
Poverty in Porter
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Porter
With 2.9% poverty level for males and 8.0% for females among the residents of Porter, 35 to 44 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 34 males (10.0%) and 30 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 54 (11.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 34 (10.0%) | 34 (10.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 15 (4.5%) | 38 (7.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (3.4%) | 53 (15.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 8 (5.2%) | 16 (11.8%) |
| Total | 69 (2.9%) | 225 (8.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Porter
According to the poverty statistics in Porter, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 69 (100.0%) | 241 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 72 (100.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 150 (100.0%) | 70 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 111 (100.0%) | 63 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 34 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 21 (100.0%) | 254 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 392 (100.0%) | 422 (88.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 306 (90.0%) | 294 (89.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 306 (100.0%) | 374 (100.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 318 (95.5%) | 446 (92.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 342 (96.6%) | 282 (84.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 145 (94.8%) | 119 (88.1%) |
| Total | 2,285 (97.1%) | 2,597 (92.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Porter
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Porter show that 0.6% or 8 of the total 1,306 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 0.8%, comprising of 8 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 942 (99.2%) | 8 (0.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 283 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 73 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,298 (99.4%) | 8 (0.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Porter
According to the poverty data in Porter, 12.5% or 12 single-father households and 18.6% or 34 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 34 households (31.2%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (31.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 12 (12.5%) | 34 (18.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Porter
The poverty data for Porter shows that 8 of the married-couple family households (0.6%) and 46 of the single-parent households (16.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (0.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 34 household (17.6%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 8 (0.8%) | 12 (14.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (17.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8 (0.6%) | 46 (16.5%) |
Employment Characteristics in Porter
Employment by Class of Employer in Porter
Among the 2,539 employed individuals in Porter, private company employees (2,048 | 80.7%), not-for-profit organizations (186 | 7.3%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (132 | 5.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,048 | 80.7% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 10 | 0.4% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 132 | 5.2% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 186 | 7.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 40 | 1.6% |
| State Government Employees | 68 | 2.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 55 | 2.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 2,539 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Porter
According to the labor force statistics for Porter, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,349), 61.9% or 2,692 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 143 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 96.7% or 646 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 60 to 64 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 23.1% or 33 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 12 (15.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 118 (44.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 445 (87.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 335 (92.5%) | 36 (10.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 646 (96.7%) | 48 (7.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 556 (81.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 383 (71.5%) | 25 (6.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 143 (50.9%) | 33 (23.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 56 (8.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,692 (61.9%) | 143 (5.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Porter
According to labor force statistics for Porter, 82.7% of individuals (2,508) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,033) are in the labor force, with 5.6% or 140 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 92.4% or 830 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.2% or 59 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 22 (59.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 721 (72.2%) | 82 (8.2%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 935 (85.0%) | 19 (1.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 830 (92.4%) | 73 (8.1%) |
| Total | 2,508 (82.7%) | 170 (5.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Porter
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Porter are Management (366 | 14.4%), Community & Social Service (334 | 13.1%), Business & Financial (272 | 10.7%), Education Instruction & Library (215 | 8.5%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (155 | 6.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Porter, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (85.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 256 (70.0%) | 110 (30.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 105 (38.6%) | 167 (61.4%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 96 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 48 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 48 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 80 (23.9%) | 254 (76.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 32 (14.9%) | 183 (85.1%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 41 (36.6%) | 71 (63.4%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 155 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 87 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 537 (43.9%) | 686 (56.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,177 (46.3%) | 1,364 (53.7%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Porter are Food Preparation & Serving (114 | 4.5%), Healthcare Support (88 | 3.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (80 | 3.2%), and Personal Care & Service (40 | 1.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Porter, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (57.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (13.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (86.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 88 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 15 (13.2%) | 99 (86.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 46 (57.5%) | 34 (42.5%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 61 (18.9%) | 261 (81.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,177 (46.3%) | 1,364 (53.7%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Porter are Sales & Related (220 | 8.7%), and Office & Administration (137 | 5.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 71 (32.3%) | 149 (67.7%) |
| Office & Administration | 12 (8.8%) | 125 (91.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 83 (23.3%) | 274 (76.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,177 (46.3%) | 1,364 (53.7%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Porter are Construction & Extraction (67 | 2.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (9 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 67 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 76 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,177 (46.3%) | 1,364 (53.7%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Porter are Production (376 | 14.8%), Material Moving (139 | 5.5%), and Transportation (48 | 1.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 252 (67.0%) | 124 (33.0%) |
| Transportation | 48 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 120 (86.3%) | 19 (13.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 420 (74.6%) | 143 (25.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,177 (46.3%) | 1,364 (53.7%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Porter
Employment Industries in Porter
The major employment industries in Porter include Manufacturing (661 | 26.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (314 | 12.4%), Retail Trade (200 | 7.9%), Professional & Scientific (173 | 6.8%), and Educational Services (159 | 6.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Porter
The Porter industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (91.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (93.3%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 42 (44.7%) | 52 (55.3%) |
| Manufacturing | 462 (69.9%) | 199 (30.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 122 (61.0%) | 78 (39.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 117 (91.4%) | 11 (8.6%) |
| Utilities | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 28 (26.9%) | 76 (73.1%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 52 (36.6%) | 90 (63.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 130 (75.1%) | 43 (24.9%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 40 (31.8%) | 86 (68.2%) |
| Educational Services | 32 (20.1%) | 127 (79.9%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 21 (6.7%) | 293 (93.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 41 (100.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 43 (33.1%) | 87 (66.9%) |
| Public Administration | 7 (9.7%) | 65 (90.3%) |
| Total | 1,177 (46.3%) | 1,364 (53.7%) |
Education in Porter
School Enrollment in Porter
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,134 students in Porter are college / undergraduate (321 | 28.3%), nursery / preschool (194 | 17.1%), and elementary school (180 | 15.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 194 | 17.1% |
| Kindergarten | 13 | 1.1% |
| Elementary School | 180 | 15.9% |
| Middle School | 174 | 15.3% |
| High School | 142 | 12.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 321 | 28.3% |
| Graduate / Professional | 110 | 9.7% |
| Total | 1,134 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Porter
Out of a total of 1,134 students who are enrolled in schools in Porter, 85 (7.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,049 (92.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 27 (13.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 83 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 97 (87.4%) | 14 (12.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 251 (90.9%) | 25 (9.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 174 (86.6%) | 27 (13.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 83 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 165 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 177 (90.3%) | 19 (9.7%) |
| 35 Years and over | 90 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,049 (92.5%) | 85 (7.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Porter
Business (265 | 22.1%), education (157 | 13.1%), engineering (144 | 12.0%), social sciences (137 | 11.4%), and communications (91 | 7.6%) are the most common fields of study among 1,199 individuals in Porter who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 10 | 0.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 73 | 6.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 38 | 3.2% |
| Psychology | 41 | 3.4% |
| Social Sciences | 137 | 11.4% |
| Engineering | 144 | 12.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 66 | 5.5% |
| Business | 265 | 22.1% |
| Education | 157 | 13.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 15 | 1.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 69 | 5.8% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 79 | 6.6% |
| Communications | 91 | 7.6% |
| Arts & Humanities | 14 | 1.2% |
| Total | 1,199 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Porter
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Porter
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Porter are males with 2 vehicles (610, accounting for 51.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (805, making up 45.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (1.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 158 (13.3%) | 149 (11.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 610 (51.3%) | 805 (59.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 189 (15.9%) | 168 (12.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 66 (5.6%) | 43 (3.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 166 (14.0%) | 170 (12.6%) |
| Total | 1,189 (100.0%) | 1,350 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Porter
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Porter are 30 to 34 minutes (406 commuters, 18.1%), 10 to 14 minutes (387 commuters, 17.2%), and 5 to 9 minutes (311 commuters, 13.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 53 | 2.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 311 | 13.9% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 387 | 17.2% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 177 | 7.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 251 | 11.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 188 | 8.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 406 | 18.1% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 51 | 2.3% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 20 | 0.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 203 | 9.0% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 87 | 3.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 111 | 4.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Porter
The most common commute times in Porter are 10 to 14 minutes (257 commuters, 25.4%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (257 commuters, 20.9%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 53 (4.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 81 (8.0%) | 230 (18.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 257 (25.4%) | 130 (10.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 69 (6.8%) | 108 (8.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 185 (18.2%) | 66 (5.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 83 (8.2%) | 105 (8.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 149 (14.7%) | 257 (20.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 32 (3.2%) | 19 (1.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (1.6%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 88 (8.7%) | 115 (9.3%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 23 (2.3%) | 64 (5.2%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 47 (4.6%) | 64 (5.2%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Porter
The most frequent times of departure to work in Porter are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (244, 24.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (252, 20.5%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 94 (9.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 103 (10.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 51 (5.0%) | 34 (2.8%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 89 (8.8%) | 114 (9.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 153 (12.4%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 7 (0.7%) | 252 (20.5%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 143 (14.1%) | 251 (20.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 244 (24.1%) | 75 (6.1%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 101 (10.0%) | 108 (8.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 32 (3.2%) | 55 (4.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 21 (2.1%) | 136 (11.1%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 129 (12.7%) | 53 (4.3%) |
| Total | 1,014 (100.0%) | 1,231 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Porter
Occupancy by Ownership in Porter
Of the total 2,118 dwellings in Porter, owner-occupied units account for 1,702 (80.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 416 (19.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,702 | 80.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 416 | 19.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,118 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Porter
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 450 | 21.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 934 | 44.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 273 | 12.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 461 | 21.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,118 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Porter
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 333 (74.0%) | 117 (26.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 800 (85.7%) | 134 (14.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 237 (86.8%) | 36 (13.2%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 332 (72.0%) | 129 (28.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,702 (80.4%) | 416 (19.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Porter
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 23 (50.0%) | 23 (50.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 553 (82.7%) | 116 (17.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 525 (69.9%) | 226 (30.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 601 (92.2%) | 51 (7.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Porter
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 301 | 14.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 373 | 17.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 447 | 21.1% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 435 | 20.5% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 379 | 17.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 166 | 7.8% |
| 85 Years and Over | 17 | 0.8% |
| Total | 2,118 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Porter
Median Income by Occupancy in Porter
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,702 (80.4%) | $84,665 |
| Renter-Occupied | 416 (19.6%) | $56,250 |
| Average | 2,118 (100.0%) | $77,222 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Porter
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 59 (3.5%) | 15 (3.6%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 35 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 47 (2.8%) | 8 (1.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 91 (5.3%) | 25 (6.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 91 (5.3%) | 47 (11.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 271 (15.9%) | 62 (14.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 159 (9.3%) | 125 (30.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 304 (17.9%) | 39 (9.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 308 (18.1%) | 45 (10.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 337 (19.8%) | 50 (12.0%) |
| Total | 1,702 (100.0%) | 416 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Porter
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (8.6%) |
| $300 to $499 | 100 (5.9%) | 25 (6.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 498 (29.3%) | 71 (17.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 117 (6.9%) | 39 (9.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 407 (23.9%) | 177 (42.5%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 390 (22.9%) | 28 (6.7%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 155 (9.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 14 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 21 (1.2%) | 40 (9.6%) |
| Total | 1,702 (100.0%) | 416 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Porter
Housing Structures in Porter
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,706 | 80.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 182 | 8.6% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 52 | 2.5% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 37 | 1.8% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 105 | 5.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 36 | 1.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 2,118 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Porter
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,507 (88.3%) | 199 (11.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 148 (81.3%) | 34 (18.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 52 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 13 (35.1%) | 24 (64.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 34 (32.4%) | 71 (67.6%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,702 (80.4%) | 416 (19.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Porter
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 16 (0.9%) | 20 (4.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 430 (25.3%) | 318 (76.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 799 (46.9%) | 30 (7.2%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 457 (26.9%) | 48 (11.5%) |
| Total | 1,702 (100.0%) | 416 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Porter
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,536 (90.2%) | 396 (95.2%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 52 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 114 (6.7%) | 20 (4.8%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,702 (100.0%) | 416 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Porter
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 15 (0.9%) | 15 (3.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 395 (23.2%) | 178 (42.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 867 (50.9%) | 183 (44.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 425 (25.0%) | 40 (9.6%) |
| Total | 1,702 (100.0%) | 416 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Porter
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Porter
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 640 | 1,062 |
| Median Property Value | $251,800 | $229,000 |
| Median Household Income | $95,714 | $223 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $569 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,240 | $52 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Porter
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (0.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 11 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 418 (65.3%) | 918 (86.4%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 173 (27.0%) | 134 (12.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 17 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 21 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 640 (100.0%) | 1,062 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Porter
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 15 (2.3%) | 20 (1.9%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 55 (8.6%) | 79 (7.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 83 (7.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 65 (10.2%) | 91 (8.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 77 (12.0%) | 206 (19.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 136 (21.2%) | 82 (7.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 178 (27.8%) | 168 (15.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 114 (17.8%) | 130 (12.2%) |
| Total | 640 (100.0%) | 1,062 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Porter
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 241 (37.7%) | 67,500 (6,355.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 62 (9.7%) | 289 (27.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 164 (25.6%) | 302 (28.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 173 (27.0%) | 107 (10.1%) |
| Total | 640 (100.0%) | 1,062 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Porter
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 13 (2.0%) | 25 (2.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 171 (26.7%) | 147 (13.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 456 (71.3%) | 181 (17.0%) |
| Total | 640 (100.0%) | 1,062 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Porter
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Porter
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 442 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 470 (96.1%) | 19 (3.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 396 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 617 (84.0%) | 118 (16.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 514 (78.3%) | 142 (21.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 629 (92.5%) | 51 (7.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 817 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 689 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 288 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,862 (93.6%) | 330 (6.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Porter
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 442 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 470 (96.1%) | 19 (3.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 396 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Porter
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 328 (88.2%) | 44 (11.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 809 (83.8%) | 157 (16.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 724 (91.1%) | 71 (8.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 724 (97.4%) | 19 (2.6%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,277 (98.3%) | 39 (1.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Porter
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 83 (18.8%) | 359 (81.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 107 (21.9%) | 407 (83.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 42 (10.6%) | 354 (89.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 55 (7.5%) | 581 (79.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 86 (13.1%) | 468 (71.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 127 (18.7%) | 523 (76.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 159 (19.5%) | 658 (80.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 669 (97.1%) | 383 (55.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 288 (100.0%) | 166 (57.6%) |
| Total | 1,616 (31.1%) | 3,899 (75.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Porter
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 40 (10.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 41 (9.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 134 (13.9%) | 98 (8.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 49 (13.8%) | 87 (26.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 17 (11.1%) | 64 (47.4%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Porter
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 84 (8.7%) | 44 (3.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 18 (5.1%) | 29 (8.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 17 (11.1%) | 13 (9.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (9.6%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 40 (10.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 34 (8.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 82 (8.5%) | 50 (4.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (5.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 34 (3.5%) | 21 (1.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 20 (5.7%) | 74 (22.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 43 (31.9%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 32 (8.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 14 (1.5%) | 11 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (2.8%) | 26 (7.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Porter
Computing Device Access in Porter
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,824 | 86.1% |
| Smartphone | 1,917 | 90.5% |
| Tablet | 1,287 | 60.8% |
| No Computing Device | 73 | 3.5% |
| Total | 2,118 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Porter
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 1,802 | 85.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 167 | 7.9% |
| Satellite Internet | 126 | 5.9% |
| No Internet | 113 | 5.3% |
| Total | 2,118 | 100.0% |
Porter Summary
Porter is a town located in Porter County, Indiana, United States. The population was 4,858 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Chicago metropolitan area.
History
Porter was founded in 1834 by William Porter, a settler from New York. The town was originally called Portersville, but the name was changed to Porter in 1837. The town was incorporated in 1839.
Porter was a major stop on the Michigan Central Railroad, which ran through the town from 1852 to 1971. The railroad was a major factor in the growth of the town, as it allowed for the transportation of goods and people.
Geography
Porter is located at 41°37'25"N 87°7'25"W (41.623607, -87.123590). According to the 2010 census, Porter has a total area of 4.2 square miles (10.8 km2), all land.
Economy
Porter is home to several businesses, including a number of restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The town is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a steel mill, a paper mill, and a plastics factory.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 4,858 people, 1,945 households, and 1,323 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,159.2 people per square mile (447.7/km2). There were 2,093 housing units at an average density of 500.2 per square mile (193.2/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 94.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.2% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.2% of the population.
There were 1,945 households, out of which 28.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.2% were married couples living together, 11.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.2% were non-families. 28.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 3.08.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $45,938, and the median income for a family was $54,917. Males had a median income of $41,917 versus $27,917 for females. The per capita income for the town was $21,917. About 4.2% of families and 6.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.2% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Porter?
Total Population of Porter is 5,204.
What is the Total Male Population of Porter?
Total Male Population of Porter is 2,368.
What is the Total Female Population of Porter?
Total Female Population of Porter is 2,836.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Porter?
There are 83.50 Males per 100 Females in Porter.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Porter?
There are 119.76 Females per 100 Males in Porter.
What is the Median Population Age in Porter?
Median Population Age in Porter is 43.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Porter
Average Family Size in Porter is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Porter
Average Household Size in Porter is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Porter?
Per Capita income in Porter is $38,188.
What is the Median Family Income in Porter?
Median Family Income in Porter is $84,317.
What is the Median Household income in Porter?
Median Household Income in Porter is $77,222.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Porter?
Income or Wage Gap in Porter is 54.3%.
Women in Porter earn 45.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Porter?
Inequality or Gini Index in Porter is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Porter?
There are 2,692 People in the Labor Forcein in Porter.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Porter?
61.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Porter.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Porter?
Unemployment Rate in Porter is 5.3%.