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Ottumwa, IA

Iowa · Wapello County

Ottumwa is a small city in Iowa with a population of 25,352. Residents earn $56,994 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
25,352 Population 1,579/sq mi density
$56,994 Median Income $31,698 per capita
$92,400 Home Value $118,814 Zillow
$956 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
547 Violent Crime/100K 4,120 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$56,994 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,400 home value, $956/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
547 violent crimes/100K (44% above avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $56,994
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,400
67% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 547/100K
44% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $956
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

How Ottumwa Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population25,352
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density1,579/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,994
Per Capita$31,698
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$2,160M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,400
Rent$956
Ownership61.2%
Zillow$118,814
Housing Units11,370
Rent Burden28.7%

Crime

F
Violent547/100K
Property4,120/100K
Murder8.2/100K
Assault445/100K
Burglary743/100K

Health

Obesity42.5%
Uninsured11.5%
Smoking19.3%
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation647 ft (197 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+85.6%
Graduate+7.9%
School Score4.85

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute17 min
Broadband83.3%
EV Stations2
Libraries5

Is Ottumwa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ottumwa receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ottumwa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ottumwa is $56,994, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ottumwa is $92,400, 67% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $956 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 547 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,120 per 100,000, 110% above the national average.

Education

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ottumwa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 23.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ottumwa has a population of 25,352 with a density of 1,579 people per square mile, spread across 16.5 square miles. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 51.2% male. The city is predominantly White (77.5%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 4.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 84.4% of residents, while 15.6% speak Spanish. 6.2% of the population are veterans. 15.3% of residents have a disability. 93.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

25,352
Total Population
1,579
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
16.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ottumwa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 84.4%
8% above US avg
Spanish 15.6%
16% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ottumwa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ottumwa is $56,994, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,698 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,021, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 887 business establishments, including 77 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ottumwa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,994
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,698
Avg Weekly Wage$1,021
IRS Avg AGI$61,051
Gini Index0.431 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg
Establishments (County)887
County GDP$2,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare87
Retail116
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,777
8% above US avg
Cost of Living87.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.2 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Ottumwa is $92,400, 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $118,814, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95.4% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $956 (18% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $788 for a one-bedroom to $989 for a two-bedroom apartment. 61.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 11,370 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1954. The average annual property tax is $3,777. 28.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,400
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$118,814
Median List Price$158,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$158,000
$/Sq Ft$98
Homes Sold21
Sale-to-List Ratio95.4%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory64

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$956
18% below US avg
Rent Burden28.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Homeownership61.2%
Owner-Occupied61.2%
Renter-Occupied38.8%
Housing Units11,370
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,777
8% above US avg
Effective Rate4.09%
In Ottumwa, 42.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 32.3% have high blood pressure. 19.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 19.8% report binge drinking. 31.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 21.4% report depression. 18.8% experience frequent mental distress. 11.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,763. The dentist ratio is 1:1,252. 75.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.0 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-22)

PM2.5
3.3
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
3.4
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
8.6
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
48.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
1.6
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
144.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Ottumwa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.5%
32% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Uninsured11.5%
34% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,763
Dentists1:1,252
Mental Health1:567
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits58.1%
Premature Death9,638/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access75.1%
Healthcare Facilities87
Ottumwa has a violent crime rate of 547 per 100,000 residents, 44% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 445.1 per 100,000, robbery at 20.4, rape at 73.5. The murder rate is 8.2 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,120 per 100,000, 110% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,055, burglary at 743, vehicle theft at 323 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Ottumwa receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Ottumwa vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent547.2/100K
44% above US avg
Murder8.2/100K
30% above US avg
Rape73.5/100K
Robbery20.4/100K
Assault445.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,120.4/100K
110% above US avg
Burglary743.2/100K
Theft3,054.6/100K
Vehicle Theft322.6/100K
Arson44.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents115
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Ottumwa experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches. The area receives 23.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 647 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation647 ft (197 m)
Area16.5 sq mi (42.8 km²)
Population Density1,579/sq mi
Coordinates41.0223°N, 92.4233°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyWapello County County
Nearest AirportOttumwa Regional (OTM)
6 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.0"
3% below US avg
Snowfall 23.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.65"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.91"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score65.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability43.3 / 100
Community Resilience70.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Tornado History

486 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 12 fatalities, 216 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 31, 2023 EF4 46 km 0
Aug 12, 1974 EF4 83 km 0
Jan 24, 1967 EF4 70 km 0
May 20, 1959 EF4 71 km 0
May 10, 1953 EF4 78 km 0
Mar 31, 2023 EF3 9 km 0
Mar 5, 2022 EF3 81 km 1
Aug 20, 2019 EF3 96 km 0
May 27, 2019 EF3 53 km 0
Jul 19, 2018 EF3 65 km 0
Jun 22, 2015 EF3 60 km 0
Apr 8, 1999 EF3 30 km 0
Apr 8, 1999 EF3 92 km 0
May 15, 1998 EF3 65 km 0
May 1, 1973 EF3 89 km 2
Apr 20, 1973 EF3 73 km 0
Apr 21, 1967 EF3 42 km 0
Apr 16, 1967 EF3 45 km 2
Jan 24, 1967 EF3 33 km 0
Oct 14, 1966 EF3 80 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

5 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: NEAL SMITH WUI 2016 1 (1,050 ac, 2016).

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 NEAL SMITH WUI 2016 1 1,050 95 km
2009 UNNAMED 939 95 km
2010 FOLEY 786 94 km
2011 ACE AUTO 676 93 km
2011 IRCP WUI ROFAE #2 FY11 510 97 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 28°F (-3°C) 0.9 in Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 2.4 in
April 51°F (11°C) 3.6 in
May 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in
June 72°F (22°C) 4.1 in
July 75°F (24°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 74°F (23°C) 4.1 in
September 65°F (19°C) 4.3 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 1.4 in

Ottumwa has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 23°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (0.9").

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Ottumwa is located in Wapello County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, a smaller urban community. 20.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 65.1% of the vote, a 31.5-point margin. 83.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 87 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 31.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents115
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+85.6%
Graduate Degree+7.9%
School Test Score4.85
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro / Urban 20K+
Population Density1,579/sq mi
Total Area16.5 sq mi
CountyWapello County County

Services

Broadband Access83.3%
Avg Download Speed93.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed6.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities87
Restaurants77
Retail Stores116

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.2 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home3.7%
Average costs for common services in Ottumwa. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $220 ($132–$351)
Specialist Visit $307 ($176–$483)
Urgent Care Visit $176 ($88–$307)
Emergency Room Visit $1,932 ($702–$4,390)
Dental Cleaning $114 ($66–$176)
Dental Filling $220 ($132–$351)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$66)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $66 ($44–$105)
Brake Pad Replacement $263 ($132–$439)
Tire Rotation $35 ($18–$66)
New Tires (Set of 4) $527 ($351–$878)
Battery Replacement $176 ($88–$307)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $88 ($53–$132)
Electrician (Per Hour) $79 ($44–$123)
HVAC Repair $351 ($132–$702)
HVAC System Install $6,146 ($3,512–$10,536)
Roof Repair $878 ($351–$1,756)
Roof Replacement $7,902 ($4,829–$13,170)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,317 ($439–$3,073)
Divorce (Contested) $13,170 ($4,390–$26,340)
DUI Defense $4,390 ($1,756–$8,780)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,317 ($702–$2,634)
Will Preparation $439 ($176–$878)
Trust Preparation $2,195 ($878–$4,390)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $48 ($26–$88)
Hair Coloring (Full) $132 ($66–$220)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$57)
Massage (1 Hour) $70 ($44–$114)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.60 ($2.63–$4.83)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.07 ($2.20–$4.39)
Loaf of Bread $3.34 ($2.20–$4.83)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.95 ($2.63–$5.71)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.83 ($3.51–$6.59)
Rice (per lb) $0.88 ($0.53–$1.58)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $123 ($70–$220)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $61 ($26–$132)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $61 ($35–$105)
Internet (Monthly) $61 ($35–$88)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $57 ($26–$88)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$132)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $176 ($66–$439)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,756 ($1,054–$3,073)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $61 ($26–$114)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.02–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $88 ($26–$220)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13–$66)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,054 ($527–$2,195)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $878 ($439–$1,756)
After-School Care (Monthly) $351 ($176–$615)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$88)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $878 ($351–$2,195)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $10,975 ($4,390–$26,340)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($26–$88)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $88 ($44–$176)
Dog Grooming $53 ($26–$88)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($18–$66)
Dog Spay/Neuter $263 ($132–$439)
Cat Spay/Neuter $176 ($88–$351)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$713
Toddler$614
Preschool$614
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$481
Toddler$473
Preschool$473
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Wapello County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 3,722 31 $75,516 2.94
Retail Trade 2,066 114 $33,559 1.34
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,049 131 $54,006 0.93
Accommodation & Food Services 1,204 79 $17,080 0.86
Transportation & Warehousing 646 38 $55,495 0.99
Construction 586 66 $68,428 0.73
Administrative & Waste Services 553 58 $44,766 0.61
Other Services 325 59 $33,391 0.70
Professional & Technical Services 305 56 $54,661 0.29
Wholesale Trade 267 42 $60,823 0.44
Finance & Insurance 240 50 $58,748 0.38
Educational Services 164 10 $40,365 0.52
Utilities 121 4 $116,474 2.07
Management of Companies 120 13 $98,487 0.46
Real Estate 101 30 $44,686 0.42
Arts & Entertainment 99 10 $19,957 0.38
Information & Technology 97 12 $53,298 0.34

Colleges & Universities in Ottumwa

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Indian Hills Community College Public · Associate 3,976 $4,872 $6,120

Hospitals in Ottumwa

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
OTTUMWA REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER Acute Care Hospitals 2/5 Yes (641) 682-7511

Schools in Ottumwa

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ottumwa High School High 1,317 80 16.5:1
Evans Middle School Middle 1,047 69 15.2:1
Pickwick Early Childhood Center Elementary 569 25 22.8:1
Liberty Elementary School Elementary 430 36 11.9:1
Wilson Elementary School Elementary 345 27 12.8:1
Douma Elementary School Elementary 330 22 15.0:1
Horace Mann Elementary School Elementary 240 15 16.0:1
Eisenhower Elementary School Elementary 238 15 15.9:1
James Elementary School Elementary 229 16 14.3:1
Ottumwa Virtual Learning Other 27 0
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Radio Stations near Ottumwa

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Ottumwa

3 campgrounds found near Ottumwa.

NameRatingSitesPrice
BUCK CREEK (RATHBUN LAKE) 4.3/5 42 $22–$25
ISLAND VIEW (RATHBUN LAKE) 4.3/5 192 $22–$150
PRAIRIE RIDGE (RATHBUN LAKE) 4.1/5 56 $25–$70

National Parks Near Ottumwa

12 national parks and monuments found near Ottumwa.

ParkTypeFee
Elk Rock State Park State Park Free
Honey Creek Resort State Park Free
Honey Creek State Park State Park Free
Lacey-Keosauqua State Park State Park Free
Lake Darling State Park State Park Free
Lake Keomah State Park State Park Free
Lake Macbride State Park State Park Free
Lake Wapello State Park State Park Free
Palisades-Kepler State Park State Park Free
Red Haw State Park State Park Free
Rock Creek State Park State Park Free
Thousand Hills State Park State Park Free

Museums in Ottumwa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
AIR POWER MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6419382773$182,330
WAPELLO COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6416828676$104,996
AMERICAN GOTHIC HOUSE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM6416523352
CHIEF WAPELLOS MEMORIAL PARK ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION6419375749
COURT HILL PRESERVATION ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION531 N COURT STREET6416820022
EDDYVILLE HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ELDON DEPOT COMMITTEEHISTORIC PRESERVATION6416527217
INDIAN HILLS ART GALLERYART MUSEUM6416835111
INTERNATIONAL VIDEOGAME HALL OF FAMEHISTORY MUSEUM
NAVAL AIR STATION OTTUMWAHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Ottumwa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
OTTUMWA PUBLIC LIBRARY102 W 4TH ST0.096,649
EDDYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY202 S 2ND ST0.027,100
HEDRICK PUBLIC LIBRARY109 N MAIN ST0.05,228
BLAKESBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY407 S WILSON ST0.05,109
ELDON PUBLIC LIBRARY608 W ELM0.03,616
AGENCY PUBLIC LIBRARY104 E MAIN0.0973

Farmers Markets in Ottumwa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Green Earth Farmers Market101 Church Street at the Beach
Ottumwa Farmers MarketQuincy Place Mall, 1110 Quincy Ave.
Wapello County Farmers MarketMon: 2:30 PM-6:00 PM;Thu: 2:30 PM-6:00 PM;

Hotels in Ottumwa

9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AmericInn
Colonial Motor Inn
Days Inn Ottumwa
Hampton
Holiday Inn Express
Hotel Ottumwa
Lexington Inn & Suites
Quality Inn & Suites
Stardust Motel

Restaurants in Ottumwa

23 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Appanoose Rapids
Applebee's
Breadeaux Pizza & Champ's Chicken
Café by Country Kitchen
Canteen Lunch in the Alley
El Rancho Grande
Happy Joe's
Jade Palace
Juanita's Restaurant
Los Cactus Taqueria
Mimi's Taqueria
Ohana Grill
Pizza Hut
Pizza Hut
Pizza Ranch
Riverside Family Restaurant
Rock N Roll Dairy Bar
Saints Pub + Patio
Second Street Café
Sirloin Stockade
Tequila Grill
The Funky Martin House
Uncle Buck's

Cafes in Ottumwa

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Java Rocket

Cinemas in Ottumwa

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CEC Ottumwa 8 Theatre

Theatres in Ottumwa

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Marge Dodd Outdoor Stage
Saint John Auditorium

Monuments in Ottumwa

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Steam locomotive

Clinics in Ottumwa

8 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Get Well Clinic
McCreery Cancer Center
MCH/WIC Clinic
Ottumwa Medical Clinic
Ottumwa Sleep Clinic
Ottumwa VA Clinic
Ottumwa Walk-In Clinic
Pella Regional Health Center

Dentists in Ottumwa

9 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aspen Dental
Cynthia Phillips DDS
Hammer & Brechon DDS
James D. Enloe, DDS
Patritto Orthodontics
Steve Wetrich, DDS
Thomas Evans, DDS
US #500324602
William G. O'Hara DDS

Veterinaries in Ottumwa

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pipestone Veterinary Services of Ottumwa
US #1237037010

Train Stations in Ottumwa

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ottumwa

Gas Stations in Ottumwa

12 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Albia Road BP
BP
BP
BP
Casey's General Store
Casey's General Store
Casey's General Store
Cenex
Hy-Vee Gas
Murphy Gas
Yesway
Yesway

Banks in Ottumwa

7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Community 1st Credit Union
Community First Credit Union
River Community Credit Union
South Ottumwa Savings Bank
U.S. Bank
U.S. Bank
Wells Fargo

Shopping Malls in Ottumwa

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Market on Main
Quincy Place Mall

Gyms in Ottumwa

3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
Downtown Fitness
US #4761198975

Golf Courses in Ottumwa

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cedar Creek Golf Course
Ottumwa Country Club

Breweries in Ottumwa

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Alpine InnCocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Venues, Cocktail Lo1804 Albia Rd6416823311Visit

Nursing Homes in Ottumwa

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
RIDGEWOOD SPECIALTY CARE
1977 ALBIA ROAD
Non profit - Corporation 70 56 5/5 3/5 5/5 6416833111
VISTA WOODS CARE CENTER
THREE PENNSYLVANIA PLACE
For profit - Corporation 60 57 4/5 4/5 4/5 6416833372
GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY - OTTUMWA
2035 WEST CHESTER AVENUE
Non profit - Corporation 146 139 2/5 4/5 2/5 6416828041

Pharmacies in Ottumwa

9 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
HY-VEE 1025 NORTH QUINCY AVENUE 641-683-4483
HY-VEE 2453 NORTH COURT 641-684-1853
HY-VEE DRUGSTORE 1140 NORTH JEFFERSON STREET 641-684-5467
KMART 1131 NORTH QUINCY AVENUE 641-683-3814
NUCARA PHARMACY 107 WEST MAIN STREET 641-684-5453
OTTUMWA FAMILY PHARMACY 1005 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE 641-684-2462
SOUTH SIDE DRUG 337 CHURCH STREET 641-682-3467
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1285 1940 VENTURE DRIVE 641-683-1357
WALGREENS - 1301 327 WEST 4TH STREET 641-226-5077

Cell Towers in Ottumwa

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
4 KM NTOWER128
(Eddyville site) 1121 Highway 137GTOWER105
24935 87TH STREETTOWER61
INDIAN HILLSTOWER35

Fire Stations in Ottumwa

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Ottumwa Fire Department201 N Wapello STCareer641-683-0667
Wapello County Rural Fire Department714 W Mary STVolunteer641-682-5673

Power Plants Near Ottumwa

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
OTTUMWA CITY OFCONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-92.4OP
OTTUMWACONVENTIONAL STEAM COAL221112-92.6OP

Bridges in Ottumwa

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19642,31918,200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous201377614,300G
CulvertPrestressed concrete1995249,480G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20161556,800G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19728676,100F
Truss (Deck)Steel19362,0806,100F
CulvertConcrete continuous2005216,000G
CulvertConcrete continuous1977265,800G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19651585,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19661545,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19661545,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19661545,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19661545,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19642214,570F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19661624,350F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19661624,350F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19661584,350F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19661584,350F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19601534,270F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19674734,250F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19684734,250F
SlabConcrete continuous20121433,610G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19632203,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19632203,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20073983,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20073983,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20072433,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20072433,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20071782,950G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20071782,950G
SlabConcrete continuous20201512,850G
SlabConcrete continuous20201512,850F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20053002,650G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20063002,650F
SlabConcrete continuous19881132,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20072252,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20072252,500G
CulvertConcrete continuous2006211,500G
CulvertConcrete continuous2002201,488G
SlabConcrete continuous19671831,432F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19972881,140G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20062391,080G
CulvertSteel197626969F
SlabConcrete continuous1961102950P
CulvertConcrete continuous199134850G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2005439850G
SlabConcrete continuous1967125810F
SlabConcrete continuous196878590P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2020187570G
CulvertConcrete continuous199340550G
SlabConcrete continuous2004138480G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201263380G
SlabConcrete continuous2011124300G
CulvertSteel198329235F
CulvertConcrete continuous202029199G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2015154196G
CulvertSteel198330165F
SlabConcrete continuous2002128120G
CulvertSteel198339118P
CulvertConcrete continuous198456118F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2013103110G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19898790P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber197014562P
CulvertConcrete continuous20172647G
CulvertConcrete continuous19862141F
CulvertConcrete continuous19872335G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous200539435G
Truss (Thru)Steel19308330P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20006030P
SlabConcrete continuous196312710F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19833310P

Correctional Facilities in Ottumwa

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
OTTUMWA RESIDENTIAL FACILITY245 OSAGE DRSTATE7376OPEN
WAPELLO COUNTY JAIL330 WEST 2ND STREETCOUNTY-999-999OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Ottumwa

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Ottumwa, IA210 West Main StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Ottumwa

6 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CARGILL INC17540 MONROE WAPELLO RDMONROE
CARGILL INC17540 MONROE WAPELLO RDMONROE
CARGILL INC17540 MONROE WAPELLO RDMONROE
CARGILL INC17540 MONROE WAPELLO RDMONROE
CARGILL INC17540 MONROE WAPELLO RDMONROE
IPL - OTTUMWA GENERATING STATION20775 POWER PLANT RDWAPELLO

Airports Near Ottumwa

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ottumwa Regional AirportOTMMedium Airport
Albia Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Antique AirfieldSmall Airport
Applegate AirportSmall Airport
Beck AirportSmall Airport
Bellevue Farms AirportSmall Airport
Bloomfield Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Centerville Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Courtney's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Edgren AirportSmall Airport
Fairfield Municipal AirportFFLSmall Airport
Green Castle AirportSmall Airport
Grinnell Regional AirportSmall Airport
Howard AirportSmall Airport
Kahoka Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Keosauqua Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Knoxville Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Memphis Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Mggenas AirportSmall Airport
Middlekoop AirportSmall Airport
Newcomb Hereford Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Newton Municipal AirportTNUSmall Airport
Oldfield AeroSmall Airport
Oskaloosa Municipal AirportOOASmall Airport
Pella Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Pierson FieldSmall Airport
R S Auto AirportSmall Airport
Sig FieldSmall Airport
Skydive Iowa AirportSmall Airport
Sully Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Unionville Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Washington Municipal AirportSmall Airport
White Pigeon AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Ottumwa

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
IHCC Security
Ottumwa Police Department330 2nd Street West
Wapello County Sheriffs Office

Grocery Stores in Ottumwa

33 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Agape African American MarketGrocery Store101 S Market St
Albia Rd BP 2Convenience Store1340 Albia Rd
ALDI 41073Supermarket940 N Quincy Ave
Casey's General Store 1678Convenience Store346 Richmond Ave
Casey's General Store 1886Convenience Store504 W Mary St
Casey's General Store 2208Convenience Store1603 W 2nd St
Caseys General Store 007Convenience Store1001 E Main St
Dollar General 24713Other1235 Hutchinson Ave
Dollar General 2898Other921 E Main St
Dollar General 30778Other616 W Mary St
Dollar General 7179Other721 N Quincy Ave
Dollar Tree 3141Other1110 N Quincy Ave
Fareway Stores Inc. 648Super Store1325 Albia Rd
Golden Karen LLCGrocery Store411 Church St
Hwy 63 South BP 8Convenience Store4108 Highway 63
Hy-Vee C-Store #2 5505Convenience Store2457 N Court St
Hy-Vee DrugstoreSuper Store1140 N Jefferson St
Hy-Vee Food Store 1504Super Store1025 N Quincy Ave
Hy-Vee Gas 5504Convenience Store1027 N Quincy Ave
J M Asian MarketGrocery Store609 W 2nd St
La GuadalupanaGrocery Store301 Church St
M-p Oriental MarketGrocery Store324 E Main St
Mad Ave Quik ShopConvenience Store405 S Madison Ave
Mexico LindoGrocery Store530 W 2nd St
Murphy USA 6945Convenience Store1939 Venture Dr
North Court BP 11Convenience Store1301 N Court St
Penn & Jeff BP 12Convenience Store1147 N Jefferson St
Richmond and Ferry BP 13Convenience Store720 Richmond Ave
Walgreens 1301Other327 W 4th St
Walmart SC 1285Super Store1940 Venture Dr
West 2nd BP 15Convenience Store1049 W 2nd St
Yesway 10013Convenience Store534 Church St
Yesway 1014Convenience Store502 W 2nd St

Treatment Centers in Ottumwa

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
First Resources Corporation - Hope House ResidentialSubstance Abuse641-954-9924
First Resources Corporation - Oak Meadow ResidentialSubstance Abuse641-954-8925
First Resources Corporation - Treatment and Recovery ServicesSubstance Abuse641-682-2800
Southern Iowa Economic Dev Association - (SEIDA)/Behav Health and Trt ServicesSubstance Abuse641-683-6747
Southern Iowa Mental Health CenterBoth641-814-8730

DOL Wage Violations in Ottumwa

21 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $183,574 in back wages owed to 212 employees.

21
Violations
$183,574
Back Wages Owed
212
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Elliott Oil Company 52501 1 $87,260 $5,133 17
Mike's Pizza and Steakhouse 52501 1 $31,779 $1,589 20
CHRISTNER CONTRACTING, INC. 52501 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction 1 $28,187 $1,879 15
JBS USA JBS USA Holdings 52501 1 $12,096 $6,048 2
SOUTHERN IOWA TRANSIT [OSHA] 52501 All Other Support Activities for Transportation 1 $4,685 $1,171 4
McDonalds McDonalds Corporation 52501 1 $3,630 $81 45
Subway Subway 52501 1 $3,100 $135 23
Main Street Donuts 52501 1 $2,662 $380 7
Quality Inn & Suites Choice Hotels 52501 1 $2,258 $2,258 1
Fairfield Inn Marriott International 52501 1 $1,686 $67 25
Riverside Family Restaurant 52501 1 $1,181 $118 10
Holiday Inn Express IHG 52501 1 $1,141 $380 3
Getz Fire Equipment Company 52501 1 $767 $767 1
Highland Place 52501 1 $764 $153 5
Roe's Restaurant & Bar 52501 2 $728 $73 10
Godfrey's Ale House 52501 1 $565 $283 2
OTTUMWA PRINTING [OSHA] 52501 1 $498 $83 6
God's Little Rascals Day Care and Preschool 52501 1 $297 $25 12
THOMAS L CARDELLA AND ASSOCIATES 52501 Telemarketing Bureaus and Other Contact Centers 1 $221 $221 1
Wilson Development 52501 1 $48 $48 1
The Legend Restaurant 52501 1 $20 $10 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ottumwa

33 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
AKEM816 CENTER AVE
BLADENSBURG CHRISTIAN CHURCH4135 BLADENSBURG RD
BRIDGE FOR HOPE MINISTRY1405 BRENTWOOD DR
CALVARY OPEN BIBLE CHURCH OTTUMWA IOWA710 N COURT ST
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS225 S FOSTER AVE
CHRIST LIBERTY CHURCHPO BOX 722
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY252 N RANSOM ST
DAVIS STREET CHRISTIAN CHURCH202 S DAVIS ST
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH231 N COURT
FIRST CHURCH OF THE OPEN BIBLE1932 ALBIA RD
GATEWAY SINGERS MINISTRY1440 N VAN BUREN ST
GOSPEL BAPTIST CHURCH OF FREDERICK MARYLAND206 LYNWOOD AVE
GOSPEL OF CHRIST PENTECOSTAL ASSEMBLIES OF OTTUMWA IOWA508 S SHERIDAN AVE
HICKORY GROVE COMMUNITY CHURCH3929 HIGHWAY 63
IGLESIA EVANGELICA BELEN ASSEMBLY OF GOD1026 W WILLIAMS ST
JUBILEE BIBLE CHURCH OF OTTUMWAPO BOX 1576
KIRKVILLE COMMUNITY CHURCHPO BOX 250
LAST DAYS MINISTRIES913 N WAPELLO ST
OCC MINISTRIES INC305 S WALNUT AVE
OPEN BIBLE STANDARD CHURCHES INC2501 N COURT ST
OTTUMWA 2 FOURSQUARE CHURCH122 S MOORE ST
OTTUMWA CHURCH OF THE CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLIANCE2705 N COURT
OTTUMWA FOURSQUARE CHURCH914 N ELM ST
OTTUMWA PICKWICK COMMUNITY CHURCH1210 W WILLIAMS ST
PENNSYLVANIA AVE FREE METHODIST CHURCH820 PENNSYLVANIA AVE
REACHING AMERICA FOR JESUS733 CHURCH ST
SACRED HEART CHURCH216 N COURT ST
ST JOSEPHS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCHPO BOX 251
ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH1524 N COURT ST
TEN TALENTS DESIGN STUDIO412 E MAIN - SUITE A
THE BRIDGE CHURCH INC133 W 2ND ST
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH295 SHAUL AVE
ZION COMMUNITY CHURCH OF GOD15720 COPPERHEAD RD

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
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Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ottumwa

What is the population of Ottumwa?

Ottumwa has a population of 25,352 residents and is located in Iowa. The population density is 1,579 people per square mile, spread across 16.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.4 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Ottumwa expensive to live in?

Ottumwa is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 87.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $56,994, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $92,400 (67% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $956 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Ottumwa safe?

The violent crime rate in Ottumwa is 547 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,120 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Ottumwa receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ottumwa?

Ottumwa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.0 inches, with 23.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Ottumwa?

The job market in Ottumwa is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,021. There are 887 business establishments in the area, including 77 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 3.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ottumwa?

The median home value in Ottumwa is $92,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $118,814. For renters, the median monthly rent is $956. Fair market rent is $788 for a 1-bedroom and $989 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 61.2%. The average annual property tax is $3,777.

How are the schools in Ottumwa?

Schools in Ottumwa have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 20.1% of adults in Ottumwa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ottumwa?

The obesity rate in Ottumwa is 42.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.3% of adults are smokers. 31.1% are physically inactive. 21.4% of residents report depression. 11.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 75.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,763.

What is transportation like in Ottumwa?

The average commute in Ottumwa is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ottumwa?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ottumwa is 77.5% White, 4.6% Black or African American, 2.7% Hispanic or Latino. 84.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 15.6% speak Spanish. 6.2% of the population are military veterans. 15.3% of residents have a disability. 93.1% have health insurance coverage.

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