Ottumwa, IA

Ottumwa, Iowa

Introduction to Ottumwa, Iowa

Ottumwa, Iowa, in Wapello county, is located 63 miles SW of Iowa City, Iowa (center to center) and is 175 miles NE of Kansas City, Missouri. The city has a population of 24,998.

Ottumwa History

The first settlers came to Ottumwa in 1845. It became the county seat of Wapello County in 1844. Ottumwa began growing rapidly since 1848. The city got its first railroad in 1859.

Ottumwa and nearby Attractions

• Pickwick Park
• Wapello County Historical Museum
• Greater Ottumwa Park
• Ottumwa Church of Christ

Things To Do In Ottumwa

Tourists in Ottumwa can visit several parks including the Greater Ottumwa Park, Pickwick Park, and Hillcrest Park. Wapello County Historical Museum is another site that is great for spending quality time. In fact, all those who are fascinated with history will adore the place. The religious minded can find their way to churches like Evangelistic Foursquare Church and Ottumwa Church of Christ.

Ottumwa Transportation

Kirksville Regional Airport provides air transportation opportunities to the residents of the city.

Ottumwa Higher Education

Indian Hills Community College is located in the city. Other higher education institutes that are convenient to attend include the University of Iowa, Truman State University, and Des Moines Community College.

High Points

Ottumwa strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Iowa):

Category	Trophy
Public Transportation Use (vs. State)	Top 6%
Racial Diversity (vs. State)	Top 11%
Short Commute Times (vs. Peers)	Top 14%

Comparative Profile of Ottumwa, IA

Comparing Ottumwa to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Iowa (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Senior Citizens
Age of the Population
Male Share of the Population
Female Share of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old
Racial Diversity
Well-Paid Single Men

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
Public Transportation Use
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
People Living Alone
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Housing Recently Built

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Property Crime
Low Violent Crime

Ottumwa Almanac

Ottumwa Climate

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Ottumwa Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Ottumwa, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

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Nearby Cities and Towns

Ottumwa Public Libraries

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Ottumwa Hospitals

OTTUMWA REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER
(Voluntary non-profit - Private)
1001 E PENNSYLVANIA
(641) 684-2300
Emergency Service: Yes

Wal-Mart in Ottumwa

Ottumwa High Schools (2004)

OTTUMWA HIGH SCHOOL
501 E 2ND
641-683-4444
Serves 1,461 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 17.4

ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL OTTUMWA COMM SCH DIST
907 GATEWAY DR
641-683-1342
A Non-traditional School
Serves 100 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 12.5

Ottumwa Colleges

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Indian Hills Community College

Iowa School of Beauty

(List of All Iowa Colleges)

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