Portland township, Iowa
Portland township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Portland township is a geographic entity located in Kossuth County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 111. The land area covers 34.94 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 111 | ±64 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.3 yrs | ±16.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 43 | ±28 | 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 | 43 | ±28 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 43 | ±28 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±10 |
| Median Home Value | $164,200 | ±$35,294 |
| 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 | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $40,823 | ±$22,379 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±10 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±14.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 68 | ±46 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 69.8% | ±17.9% |
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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COUNTY OF KOSSUTH
GUS Population: 14,408 (2024)
ID: 126547
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
114 W STATE ST, STE 8, ALGONA IA 50511-2643
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Algona, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Algona, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | Algona, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-02 | Algona, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-04 | Algona, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Buffalo Center, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Buffalo Center, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Buffalo Center, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Swea City, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fenton, IA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BURT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 119 WALNUT ST, BURT, IA, 50522 |
(515) 924-3680
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TITONKA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 136 MAIN ST N, TITONKA, IA, 50480 |
(515) 928-2509
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BANCROFT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 208 E RAMSEY ST, BANCROFT, IA, 50517 |
(515) 885-2753
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ALGONA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.6 mi away | 210 N PHILLIPS, ALGONA, IA, 50511 |
(515) 295-5476
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WESLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 206 MAIN ST, WESLEY, IA, 50483 |
(515) 679-4214
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WODEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 304 MAIN ST, WODEN, IA, 50484 |
(641) 926-5716
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LAKOTA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 204 3RD ST, LAKOTA, IA, 50451 |
(515) 886-2312
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FENTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 605 MAPLE ST, FENTON, IA, 50539 |
(515) 889-2333
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LEDYARD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 220 EDMUNDS ST, LEDYARD, IA, 50556 |
(515) 646-3111
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SWEA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 208 3RD ST N, SWEA CITY, IA, 50590 |
(515) 272-4216
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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 ALGONA, IA US, located 10.7 miles from Portland township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.9° | 6.0° | 15.4° | 0.90" | — |
| February | 29.3° | 10.2° | 19.8° | 1.04" | — |
| March | 42.7° | 22.6° | 32.6° | 1.95" | — |
| April | 58.4° | 33.8° | 46.1° | 3.36" | — |
| May | 70.5° | 46.5° | 58.5° | 4.72" | — |
| June | 80.2° | 57.8° | 69.0° | 5.49" | — |
| July | 83.1° | 61.2° | 72.1° | 4.13" | — |
| August | 80.6° | 58.8° | 69.7° | 4.27" | — |
| September | 75.2° | 50.1° | 62.6° | 3.27" | — |
| October | 61.8° | 37.5° | 49.7° | 2.44" | — |
| November | 44.7° | 23.9° | 34.3° | 1.46" | — |
| December | 30.5° | 12.8° | 21.6° | 1.06" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burt city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| Titonka city | City | 5.4 mi | — |
| Bancroft city | City | 6.8 mi | — |
| Lone Rock city | City | 9.2 mi | — |
| Sexton CDP | CDP | 9.7 mi | — |
| Algona city | City | 10.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1910993459. • 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.