Portage County, county in Wisconsin, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 162,583 inhabitants. The county was created 188 years ago in 1836. Its county seat is .
There are 1 city/town in Portage County, OH. The largest city of Portage County is Hiram with a population of 2,401.
Sitting on the Northeastern edge of Ohio, Portage County offers a mix of small college towns, historic villages, and breathtaking natural beauty. The city of Kent serves as the cultural hub and county seat, centered around Kent State University with its vibrant arts scene and downtown full of shops and eateries.
To the north, quaint towns like Garrettsville and Windham attract visitors to their antique shops and yearly festivals, while retaining their charming 19th century architecture. The village of Sugar Bush Knolls provides a scenic retreat surrounded by the lush Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Further south, the towns of Ravenna and Aurora grew from their agricultural roots into thriving suburban communities. Throughout Portage County, numerous historical sites, parks, and nature preserves highlight the area's role in the Underground Railroad and the former Ohio & Erie Canal system.
With its blend of college town vibrancy, history, and abundant natural landscapes, Portage County offers an easily accessible escape with small town charm just outside the major metropolitan areas of Cleveland and Akron.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Portage County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Hiram | Town in Ohio, United States | 2,401 |