Portage County
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- Population
- 70,832
- Area
- 800.87 sq mi (2,074.25 km²), 21.95 sq mi water
- Median age
- 38
- Households
- 29,679
- Persons per household
- 2.3
- Median household income
- $76,070
- Median house value
- $243,100
Demographics: 2020–2024 ACS
Cities & Towns in Portage County
Local News
Stevens Point outlasts D.C. Everest football
Wausau Pilot & Review WESTON – Stevens Point kept its perfect Wisconsin Valley Conference record intact with a wild 55-35 win over D.C. Everest in high school football action Friday at Stiehm Stadium. The Panthers jumped out to a 21-7 lead at halftime and after D.C. Everest…
West Pearl St. Closed at West Scott St. Monday, October 5
West Pearl Street will close at West Scott Street on Monday, October 5, while crews begin water main installation as part of the West Scott Street Project. West Pearl Street is expected to reopen to traffic over gravel by the end of the day.
Reserve St. Closed at Maria Dr. October 5-16
Reserve St. will close at Maria Dr. on Monday, October 5, for repairs to underground utilities. Work should be done by Friday, October 16, subject to weather, field conditions, and crew availability.
City Seeks Proposals for Sidewalk Snow & Ice Removal
The City of Stevens Point seeks proposals to complete snow removal and ice abatement by applying sand or salt to public sidewalks. Sealed proposals are due on or before October 26, 2026, at 2:00 pm.
Fall Leaf Pickup for City of Stevens Point Residents
The City's annual leaf pickup will take place the week of October 26, coinciding with National Make a Difference Day, which occurs two days before. Please drop off your leaves if you are able.