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Ottawa, ON
Full City Profile · Ontario
Ottawa, ON
At a Glance
How Ottawa Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ottawa's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ottawa a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ottawa residents earn a median household income of $102,000 , which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $60,900. The unemployment rate stands at 10.3% (186% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 830 business establishments, including 433 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ottawa is $624,000 , 121% above the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,380/month, with 20.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Education
25.0% of adults in Ottawa hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below the national average). 23.0% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Ottawa has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches.