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Population Review

Ottumwa city, IA — Population & Demographics

Ottumwa city, IA has a population of 25,352. The median household income is $56,994 and the median age is 37.4.

25,352

Population

$56,994

Median Income

$92,400

Median Home Value

37.4

Median Age

Race & Ethnicity

White77.5%
Black or African American4.6%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)2.7%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$56,994

Median Household Income

$31,698

Per Capita Income

14.0%

Poverty Rate

2.3%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$92,400

Median Home Value

$956

Median Rent

61.2%

Owner-Occupied

Education

85.6%

High School+

20.1%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.5%

Drive Alone

3.7%

Work From Home

17.2 min

Avg Commute

Frequently Asked Questions

Ottumwa city, IA has a population of 25,352 according to Census ACS 2023 data.

The median household income in Ottumwa city, IA is $56,994, with 14.0% living below the poverty level.

The median home value in Ottumwa city, IA is $92,400, with median rent at $956.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.