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Assisted Living in Portage, Wisconsin

There are 21 assisted living facilities serving Portage, Wisconsin. This includes 8 facilities in Portage and 13 nearby. The median cost per day of assisted living in Wisconsin is approximately $128, with costs running between $30 and $325 per day. On a per month basis, this equates to an average expense of $3,850, with costs ranging from about $911 to $9,750. The median annual cost is $46,200, which is above the US average of $42,000.



SeniorScore™ for Portage, Wisconsin



The SeniorScore™ is calculated based on over 100 variables, some of which are shown below. The final score is curved based on a linear curving method. For More info visit senioradvice.com/seniorscore.

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SeniorScore™ Overview

  • Portage scores lower than the Wisconsin average of 71.
  • Portage scores lower than the national average of 72.
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Health & Safety

  • There is an average number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are 2 hospitals within close range of the city (Divine Savior Hlthcare and Divine Savior Healthcare).
  • There are 22 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Lake Place Group Home, American Way, and North View Gardens.
  • There is a low number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
  • There is a low number of fire stations serving the city.
  • The average life expectancy is 80.0, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 23 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a very low property crime rate.
  • The area has a low violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has an average percentage of seniors in the population (28% of residents).
  • There are 19 golf courses in or around the city, including Saddle Ridge Golf Club, Portage Country Club, and Devil\'s Head Lodge.
  • There are 4 parks near the city center, including Historic Indian Agency House, Sky High Camping Resort, and Pride of America Camping Resort.
  • There is 1 church in or near the city (Aim Ministries).
  • There is 1 mall / shopping center within close range of the city.
  • There are 9 grocery stores within the city.
  • There is 1 movie theatre in or near the city.
  • There are 7 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 4.58% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.68% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 5.88%, which is significantly lower than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Wisconsin has an average state income tax of 4.35%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $60,493, which is lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $47,681, which is lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $24,114, which is lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $45,300 per year, which are high compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $90,721 per year, which are average compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $17,160 per year, which are average compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $43,472 annually, which are low compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 4.99%, which is low compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is average compared to national averages.
  • 1% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
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General Quality of Life

  • Portage receives low levels of rainfall each year.
  • Portage has very harsh mean temperatures, with very cold winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has average air quality.
  • Portage has a sparse population density of 101.8 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Portage have a long daily commute time.
  • Portage has a very high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a very high public school safety rating.
  • This city has a high graduation rate of 89.17%.

Portage is a small city in Columbia County within the State of Wisconsin. It is included in the Madison metropolitan area. The encompassing area includes 478,479 residents, but there are 14,445 residing in the city itself. About 28% of the local residents are over the age of 55.

The SeniorScore™ for Portage is 66. The city has an average per capita income of $24,000. The median household income is $48,000 vs the average of $52,000 for the whole of Wisconsin. The current unemployment rate is around 4.99% and the median home price is $232,500, which is relatively less than the state average of $234,000.

Portage has very harsh mean temperatures, with severely cold winters and pleasant summers. The city gets low amounts of precipitation each year. In comparison to other cities in the United States, Portage has a low rate of crime and moderate air quality.

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Hamilton Park Place - Portage, WI

Hamilton Park Place

2525 Hamilton St

Portage, WI 53901

1-855-241-4685

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Located at 2525 Hamilton St, Hamilton Park Place is a senior care facility serving Portage, Wisconsin. The community is in a mostly middle income area, with a median per-household income of $42,919. With about 15,000 individuals living in ...

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Heritage House of Portage - Portage, WI

Heritage House of Portage

2685 Airport Rd

Portage, WI 53901

1-855-238-4376

Located at 2685 Airport Rd, Heritage House of Portage is a senior housing community in Portage, Wisconsin. The surrounding area has a medium-density population, with around 15,000 people residing in the 53901 zip code. With an average household ...

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North View Gardens - Portage, WI

North View Gardens

601 Latton Ln

Portage, WI 53901

1-855-224-5130

North View Gardens is located at 601 Latton Ln in Portage, Wisconsin. It is a 28 room senior community. The surrounding area has an average population density, with roughly 15,000 residents in the 53901 zip code. With ...

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American Way - Portage, WI

American Way

621 Latton Ln

Portage, WI 53901

1-855-243-3078

American Way is a senior care facility located at 621 Latton Ln in Portage, Wisconsin. The encompassing area has a medium-density population, with around 15,000 people residing in the zip code of 53901. With a median per-household income ...

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The Remington House - Pardeeville, WI

The Remington House

113 Industrial Dr

Pardeeville, WI 53954

1-855-222-1541

Located at 113 Industrial Dr in Pardeeville, Wisconsin, The Remington House is a 20 room senior housing facility. The community is in a generally middle class area, with an average per-family income of $57,284. It is sparsely populated, ...

8 miles away from Portage, WI

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Ann Hunt House - Montello, WI

Ann Hunt House

N2983 County Road F

Montello, WI 53949

1-855-238-4376

Located at N2983 County Road F, Ann Hunt House is a senior housing facility serving Montello, Wisconsin. The neighboring area has a sparse population, with approximately 7,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 53949. It is a ...

10 miles away from Portage, WI

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Home Again - Rio, WI

Home Again

403 Lowville Rd

Rio, WI 53960

1-855-238-4376

Home Again is a senior care community located at 403 Lowville Rd in Rio, Wisconsin. With roughly 4,000 residents in the 53960 zip code, the surrounding area is sparsely populated. It is a generally middle income area, with ...

12 miles away from Portage, WI

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Greenbriar Apartments - Baraboo, WI

Greenbriar Apartments

1350 Jefferson St

Baraboo, WI 53913

1-855-238-4376

Located at 1350 Jefferson St in Baraboo, Wisconsin, Greenbriar Apartments is a 30 unit senior housing community. With approximately 21,000 residents in the zip code of 53913, the surrounding area has an average population density. It is a ...

14 miles away from Portage, WI

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Artisin Senior Living Baraboo - Baraboo, WI

Artisin Senior Living Baraboo

1114 Silver Dr

Baraboo, WI 53913

1-855-241-4685

Located at 1114 Silver Dr, Artisin Senior Living Baraboo is a senior community in Baraboo, Wisconsin. The community is in a generally middle income area, with a median per-household income of $48,953. With around 21,000 residents in the ...

15 miles away from Portage, WI

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Oak Park Place - Baraboo, WI

Oak Park Place

800 Waldo St

Baraboo, WI 53913

1-855-233-7205

Oak Park Place is a senior housing community located at 800 Waldo St in Baraboo, Wisconsin. With an average per-family income of $48,953, the community is in a primarily middle class area. It has an average population density, ...

16 miles away from Portage, WI

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The Ridges of Lodi - Lodi, WI

The Ridges of Lodi

215 Dale Dr

Lodi, WI 53555

1-855-222-1541

Located at 215 Dale Dr, The Ridges of Lodi is a senior community serving Lodi, Wisconsin. With around 9,000 people residing in the zip code of 53555, the neighboring area has an average population density. It is a ...

16 miles away from Portage, WI

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