Porter township, Ohio
Porter township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Porter township is a geographic entity located in Delaware County, Ohio. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,380. The land area covers 25.36 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,380 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 50.9 yrs | ±8.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,030 | ±219 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,112 | ±212 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,030 | ±219 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 82 | ±104 |
| Median Home Value | $452,900 | ±$97,252 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $124,438 | ±$41,365 |
| Per Capita Income | $58,594 | ±$10,661 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.4% | ±3.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 60 | ±94 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.6% | ±7.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,538 | ±420 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.6% | ±4.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 2,395 (2024)
ID: 172840
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TRUSTEE
12826 MCKAY ST, SUNBURY OH 43074-9432
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GUS Population: 237,966 (2024)
ID: 194517
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PAYROLL FISCAL SERVICES
140 N SANDUSKY ST, DELAWARE OH 43015
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Westerville, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lewis Center, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Dublin, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Westerville, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lewis Center, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Galena, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Sunbury, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Sunbury, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Sunbury, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Sunbury, OH |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ohio Wesleyan University
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College | 14.5 mi away | 61 S Sandusky Street, Delaware, OH, 43015-2370 |
7403682000
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CENTERBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 49 E. MAIN ST., CENTERBURG, OH, 43011 |
(740) 625-6538
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Methodist Theological School in Ohio
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College | 14.6 mi away | 3081 Columbus Pike, Delaware, OH, 43015-3211 |
74036311463440
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COMMUNITY LIBRARY-SUNBURY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 44 BURRER DR, SUNBURY, OH, 43074 |
(740) 965-3901
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Otterbein University
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College | 15.1 mi away | 1 South Grove Street, Westerville, OH, 43081 |
6148903000
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WORNSTAFF MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 302 E HIGH ST, ASHLEY, OH, 43003 |
(740) 747-2085
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Dental Assistant Pro LLC-Columbus
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College Vocational | 15.9 mi away | 191 West Shrock Road, Westerville, OH, 43081 |
5134608686
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MARY E. BABCOCK LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 320 N. MAIN STREET, JOHNSTOWN, OH, 43031 |
(740) 967-2982
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Mason Anthony School of Cosmetology Arts & Sciences
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College | 16.8 mi away | 6353 Presidential Gateway, Columbus, OH, 43231-8252 |
6147101025
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SELOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 31 STATE ROUTE 95, CHESTERVILLE, OH, 43317 |
(419) 768-3431
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at CENTERBURG 2 SE, OH US, located 7.6 miles from Porter township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.5° | 16.9° | 25.2° | 3.06" | — |
| February | 37.2° | 18.6° | 27.9° | 2.53" | — |
| March | 47.9° | 27.1° | 37.5° | 3.44" | — |
| April | 61.8° | 38.2° | 50.0° | 4.48" | — |
| May | 71.6° | 49.0° | 60.3° | 4.54" | — |
| June | 79.7° | 58.1° | 68.9° | 5.03" | — |
| July | 83.0° | 61.1° | 72.0° | 4.21" | — |
| August | 81.6° | 59.2° | 70.4° | 3.85" | — |
| September | 75.4° | 52.0° | 63.7° | 3.58" | — |
| October | 63.5° | 40.7° | 52.1° | 2.97" | — |
| November | 50.1° | 31.1° | 40.6° | 3.27" | — |
| December | 38.8° | 22.9° | 30.9° | 3.24" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centerburg village | Village | 5.2 mi | — |
| Marengo village | Village | 6.0 mi | — |
| Sunbury city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
| Sparta village | Village | 7.4 mi | — |
| Galena village | Village | 7.6 mi | — |
| Hartford (Croton) village | Village | 7.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3904164178. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.