Portage, IN Crime


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Portage, IN has a lower crime rate compared to the national average. According to , the violent crime rate in Portage is 11.2, while the US average is 22.7. This means that residents of Portage are less likely to be victims of violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and murder. However, the property crime rate in Portage is slightly higher at 32.6 compared to the US average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. While the overall crime rate in Portage is relatively low, residents should still take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their property. It is important to stay informed and vigilant to ensure the safety of the community.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Portage violent crime is 11.2. (The US average is 22.7)
Portage property crime is 32.6. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Portage, IN Crime History
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Just a normal, big town in the Midwest. Decent public schools, sure, pretty safe, indeed and not expensive (yet) to live. On the one hand many normal-sized (mostly old)  More

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Over 19 years ago

Boring but good  More

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