Ottumwa, IA

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Ottumwa Overview

25,359
TOTAL POPULATION
12,844
MALE POPULATION
12,515
FEMALE POPULATION
102.63
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.44
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,395
PER CAPITA INCOME
$61,429
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$53,085
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
20.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
79.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,995
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
12,700
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
63.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Ottumwa

The most populous races in Ottumwa are White / Caucasian (20,689 | 81.6%), Hispanic or Latino (3,779 | 14.9%), and Two or more Races (1,470 | 5.8%).
Race in Ottumwa
Race# Population% Population
Asian5182.0%
Black / African American1,1134.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific5192.1%
Hispanic or Latino3,77914.9%
Native / Alaskan880.4%
White / Caucasian20,68981.6%
Two or more Races1,4705.8%
Some other Race9623.8%
Total25,359100.0%

Ancestry in Ottumwa

The most populous ancestries reported in Ottumwa are German (4,199 | 16.6%), English (2,856 | 11.3%), Mexican (2,670 | 10.5%), Irish (2,365 | 9.3%), and American (1,585 | 6.2%), together accounting for 53.9% of all Ottumwa residents.
Ancestry in Ottumwa
Ancestry# Population% Population
African5352.1%
American1,5856.2%
Arab690.3%
Belgian300.1%
Bhutanese150.1%
Blackfeet120.1%
British1950.8%
Burmese1310.5%
Canadian210.1%
Central American7012.8%
Central American Indian770.3%
Cherokee90.0%
Chippewa10.0%
Colombian40.0%
Cuban1980.8%
Czech440.2%
Danish1020.4%
Dutch8443.3%
Eastern European90.0%
Egyptian10.0%
English2,85611.3%
European1620.6%
Fijian2330.9%
Finnish90.0%
French1330.5%
French Canadian770.3%
German4,19916.6%
Greek1280.5%
Guatemalan3141.2%
Haitian340.1%
Honduran1120.4%
Hungarian240.1%
Indian (Asian)440.2%
Indonesian480.2%
Irish2,3659.3%
Israeli260.1%
Italian1920.8%
Jamaican90.0%
Korean2731.1%
Lithuanian80.0%
Macedonian550.2%
Malaysian660.3%
Marshallese2851.1%
Mexican2,67010.5%
Moroccan470.2%
Native Hawaiian80.0%
Nicaraguan240.1%
Northern European1260.5%
Norwegian2370.9%
Pakistani80.0%
Pennsylvania German40.0%
Puerto Rican1150.4%
Russian110.0%
Salvadoran2511.0%
Scandinavian120.1%
Scotch-Irish1390.5%
Scottish2631.0%
Sioux180.1%
Slavic110.0%
Slovak190.1%
South American40.0%
Spaniard70.0%
Spanish180.1%
Subsaharan African6712.6%
Sudanese1360.5%
Swedish5742.3%
Swiss430.2%
Thai260.1%
Tlingit-Haida80.0%
Ukrainian130.1%
Vietnamese80.0%
Welsh270.1%
Yaqui70.0%
Yugoslavian140.1%
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Immigrants in Ottumwa

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Ottumwa came from Latin America (1,302 | 5.1%), Central America (1,055 | 4.2%), Mexico (808 | 3.2%), Africa (620 | 2.4%), and Asia (522 | 2.1%), together accounting for 17.0% of all Ottumwa residents.
Immigrants in Ottumwa
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa6202.4%
Asia5222.1%
Bangladesh80.0%
Brazil90.0%
Cameroon730.3%
Canada80.0%
Caribbean1700.7%
Central America1,0554.2%
Colombia40.0%
Cuba1180.5%
Eastern Africa1680.7%
Eastern Asia530.2%
Eastern Europe550.2%
El Salvador1870.7%
England160.1%
Eritrea800.3%
Ethiopia880.4%
Europe1000.4%
Germany180.1%
Ghana180.1%
Guatemala520.2%
Haiti340.1%
India840.3%
Israel210.1%
Italy50.0%
Jamaica90.0%
Japan150.1%
Korea380.2%
Laos660.3%
Latin America1,3025.1%
Liberia600.2%
Mexico8083.2%
Micronesia1380.5%
Middle Africa1560.6%
Morocco550.2%
Nicaragua80.0%
Nigeria440.2%
North Macedonia550.2%
Northern Africa1600.6%
Northern Europe160.1%
Oceania2891.1%
Peru640.3%
Philippines2420.9%
South America770.3%
South Central Asia920.4%
South Eastern Asia3561.4%
Southern Europe50.0%
Sudan1050.4%
Switzerland60.0%
Western Africa1360.5%
Western Asia210.1%
Western Europe240.1%
Zaire830.3%
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Sex and Age in Ottumwa

Sex and Age in Ottumwa

The most populous age groups in Ottumwa are 60 to 64 Years (1,150 | 8.9%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (927 | 7.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Ottumwa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years880 (6.9%)848 (6.8%)
5 to 9 Years920 (7.2%)485 (3.9%)
10 to 14 Years870 (6.8%)927 (7.4%)
15 to 19 Years1,101 (8.6%)760 (6.1%)
20 to 24 Years705 (5.5%)893 (7.1%)
25 to 29 Years1,028 (8.0%)866 (6.9%)
30 to 34 Years1,098 (8.6%)818 (6.5%)
35 to 39 Years662 (5.1%)825 (6.6%)
40 to 44 Years602 (4.7%)603 (4.8%)
45 to 49 Years907 (7.1%)803 (6.4%)
50 to 54 Years782 (6.1%)882 (7.0%)
55 to 59 Years587 (4.6%)693 (5.5%)
60 to 64 Years1,150 (8.9%)821 (6.6%)
65 to 69 Years389 (3.0%)727 (5.8%)
70 to 74 Years559 (4.3%)488 (3.9%)
75 to 79 Years231 (1.8%)402 (3.2%)
80 to 84 Years133 (1.0%)231 (1.8%)
85 Years and over240 (1.9%)443 (3.5%)
Total12,844 (100.0%)12,515 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Ottumwa

Median Family Size in Ottumwa

The median family size in Ottumwa is 2.97 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,715 | 27.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.08 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (594 | 9.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.85 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Ottumwa
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple4,029 (63.6%)2.94
Single Male/Father594 (9.4%)2.85
Single Female/Mother1,715 (27.1%)3.08
Total Families6,338 (100.0%)2.97

Median Household Size in Ottumwa

The median household size in Ottumwa is 2.41 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,715 | 16.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.45 persons per household. non-family households (3,863 | 37.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.28 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Ottumwa
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple4,029 (39.5%)2.96
Single Male/Father594 (5.8%)3.02
Single Female/Mother1,715 (16.8%)3.45
Non-family3,863 (37.9%)1.28
Total Households10,201 (100.0%)2.41

Household Size by Marriage Status in Ottumwa

Out of a total of 10,201 households in Ottumwa, 6,338 (62.1%) are family households, while 3,863 (37.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,972, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,183.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Ottumwa
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-3,183 (31.2%)
2-Person Households2,972 (29.1%)546 (5.3%)
3-Person Households1,361 (13.3%)116 (1.1%)
4-Person Households1,036 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households605 (5.9%)18 (0.2%)
6-Person Households183 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households181 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,338 (62.1%)3,863 (37.9%)

Female Fertility in Ottumwa

Fertility by Age in Ottumwa

Average fertility rate in Ottumwa is 79.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 138.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 77.9% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Ottumwa
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years23 (5.0%)30.0
20 to 34 years356 (77.9%)138.0
35 to 50 years78 (17.1%)32.0
Total457 (100.0%)79.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Ottumwa

57.1% of women with births (457) in Ottumwa are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 48.6% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 15 to 19 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Ottumwa
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years183 (51.4%)173 (48.6%)
35 to 50 years55 (70.5%)23 (29.5%)
Total261 (57.1%)196 (42.9%)

Fertility by Education in Ottumwa

Average fertility rate in Ottumwa is 79.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 146.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 18.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 47.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Ottumwa
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School53 (11.6%)47.0
High School Diploma217 (47.5%)127.0
College or Associate's Degree113 (24.7%)57.0
Bachelor's Degree10 (2.2%)18.0
Graduate Degree64 (14.0%)146.0
Total457 (100.0%)79.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Ottumwa

42.9% of women with births in Ottumwa are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 59.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Ottumwa
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School28 (52.8%)25 (47.2%)
High School Diploma88 (40.6%)129 (59.5%)
College or Associate's Degree71 (62.8%)42 (37.2%)
Bachelor's Degree10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total261 (57.1%)196 (42.9%)

Income in Ottumwa

Income Overview in Ottumwa

Per Capita Income in Ottumwa is $29,395, while median incomes of families and households are $61,429 and $53,085 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income25,359$29,395
Median Family Income6,338$61,429
Mean Family Income6,338$77,080
Median Household Income10,201$53,085
Mean Household Income10,201$69,867
Income Deficit6,338$10,995
Wage / Income Gap (%)25,35920.69%
Wage / Income Gap ($)25,35979.31¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index25,3590.44

Earnings by Sex in Ottumwa

Average Earnings in Ottumwa are $36,487, $41,436 for men and $32,863 for women, a difference of 20.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Ottumwa
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male7,117 (53.3%)$41,436
Female6,227 (46.7%)$32,863
Total13,344 (100.0%)$36,487

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ottumwa

The most common earnings brackets in Ottumwa are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (625 | 8.8%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (586 | 9.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ottumwa
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less284 (4.0%)113 (1.8%)
$2,500 to $4,999262 (3.7%)346 (5.6%)
$5,000 to $7,499309 (4.3%)190 (3.0%)
$7,500 to $9,999193 (2.7%)224 (3.6%)
$10,000 to $12,499265 (3.7%)380 (6.1%)
$12,500 to $14,999265 (3.7%)349 (5.6%)
$15,000 to $17,499169 (2.4%)175 (2.8%)
$17,500 to $19,999164 (2.3%)145 (2.3%)
$20,000 to $22,499201 (2.8%)100 (1.6%)
$22,500 to $24,999194 (2.7%)426 (6.8%)
$25,000 to $29,999305 (4.3%)417 (6.7%)
$30,000 to $34,999451 (6.3%)469 (7.5%)
$35,000 to $39,999346 (4.9%)353 (5.7%)
$40,000 to $44,999491 (6.9%)356 (5.7%)
$45,000 to $49,999513 (7.2%)369 (5.9%)
$50,000 to $54,999359 (5.0%)472 (7.6%)
$55,000 to $64,999605 (8.5%)586 (9.4%)
$65,000 to $74,999625 (8.8%)268 (4.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999543 (7.6%)208 (3.3%)
$100,000+573 (8.1%)281 (4.5%)
Total7,117 (100.0%)6,227 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ottumwa

Average earnings in Ottumwa are $45,336 for men and $36,863 for women, a difference of 18.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $78,438, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $33,741. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $71,250, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $32,140.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ottumwa
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$41,188$42,167
High School Diploma$33,741$33,898
College or Associate's Degree$51,042$32,140
Bachelor's Degree$61,815$47,620
Graduate Degree$78,438$71,250
Total$45,336$36,863

Family Income in Ottumwa

Family Income Brackets in Ottumwa

According to the Ottumwa family income data, there are 1,274 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.1% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 158 families (2.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Ottumwa
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0002924.6%
$10,000 to $14,9992283.6%
$15,000 to $24,99963410.0%
$25,000 to $34,9995899.3%
$35,000 to $49,99972911.5%
$50,000 to $74,9991,27420.1%
$75,000 to $99,99986213.6%
$100,000 to $149,99998215.5%
$150,000 to $199,9995839.2%
$200,000+1582.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ottumwa

5-person families (426 | 6.7%) account for the highest median family income in Ottumwa with $101,413 per family, while 2-person families (3,163 | 49.9%) have the highest median income of $28,650 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ottumwa
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families3,163 (49.9%)$57,301
3-Person Families1,341 (21.2%)$58,821
4-Person Families1,133 (17.9%)$62,104
5-Person Families426 (6.7%)$101,413
6-Person Families128 (2.0%)$0
7+ Person Families147 (2.3%)$58,516
Total6,338 (100.0%)$61,429

Family Income by Number of Earners in Ottumwa

The median family income in Ottumwa is $61,429, with families comprising 3+ earners (548) having the highest median family income of $120,156, while families with no earners (1,103) have the lowest median family income of $36,680, accounting for 8.6% and 17.4% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Ottumwa
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,103 (17.4%)$36,680
1 Earner2,200 (34.7%)$42,548
2 Earners2,487 (39.2%)$91,886
3+ Earners548 (8.6%)$120,156
Total6,338 (100.0%)$61,429

Household Income in Ottumwa

Household Income Brackets in Ottumwa

With 1,928 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Ottumwa, accounting for 18.9% of all households. In contrast, only 265 households (2.6%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Ottumwa
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0006126.0%
$10,000 to $14,9995925.8%
$15,000 to $24,9991,27512.5%
$25,000 to $34,9998478.3%
$35,000 to $49,9991,44914.2%
$50,000 to $74,9991,92818.9%
$75,000 to $99,9991,21411.9%
$100,000 to $149,9991,27512.5%
$150,000 to $199,9997457.3%
$200,000+2652.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Ottumwa

The median household income in Ottumwa is $53,085, with the highest median household income of $64,131 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,949 households (38.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $37,849, with 2,472 households (24.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Ottumwa
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years574 (5.6%)$42,500
25 to 44 Years3,206 (31.4%)$59,018
45 to 64 Years3,949 (38.7%)$64,131
65+ Years2,472 (24.2%)$37,849
Total10,201 (100.0%)$53,085

Poverty in Ottumwa

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ottumwa

With 19.3% poverty level for males and 18.6% for females among the residents of Ottumwa, 6 to 11 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 336 males (28.5%) and 54 females (60.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ottumwa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years237 (28.1%)164 (19.3%)
5 Years44 (16.2%)54 (60.7%)
6 to 11 Years336 (28.5%)174 (24.0%)
12 to 14 Years55 (16.4%)156 (28.0%)
15 Years35 (17.0%)41 (25.6%)
16 and 17 Years116 (27.4%)84 (27.4%)
18 to 24 Years181 (18.6%)355 (33.8%)
25 to 34 Years333 (16.3%)271 (16.2%)
35 to 44 Years315 (25.1%)282 (19.8%)
45 to 54 Years306 (18.3%)165 (9.9%)
55 to 64 Years273 (16.0%)208 (13.9%)
65 to 74 Years116 (12.3%)142 (12.2%)
75 Years and over51 (9.1%)171 (17.2%)
Total2,398 (19.3%)2,267 (18.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Ottumwa

According to the poverty statistics in Ottumwa, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 90.9% of males and 90.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Ottumwa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years607 (71.9%)684 (80.7%)
5 Years228 (83.8%)35 (39.3%)
6 to 11 Years841 (71.5%)550 (76.0%)
12 to 14 Years280 (83.6%)401 (72.0%)
15 Years171 (83.0%)119 (74.4%)
16 and 17 Years307 (72.6%)223 (72.6%)
18 to 24 Years791 (81.4%)695 (66.2%)
25 to 34 Years1,709 (83.7%)1,407 (83.9%)
35 to 44 Years938 (74.9%)1,144 (80.2%)
45 to 54 Years1,370 (81.7%)1,508 (90.1%)
55 to 64 Years1,434 (84.0%)1,284 (86.1%)
65 to 74 Years828 (87.7%)1,018 (87.8%)
75 Years and over507 (90.9%)826 (82.9%)
Total10,011 (80.7%)9,894 (81.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ottumwa

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Ottumwa show that 4.4% or 176 of the total 4,029 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 30.8%, comprising of 24 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ottumwa
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children2,450 (97.5%)63 (2.5%)
1 or 2 Children1,133 (92.7%)89 (7.3%)
3 or 4 Children216 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children54 (69.2%)24 (30.8%)
Total3,853 (95.6%)176 (4.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ottumwa

According to the poverty data in Ottumwa, 39.2% or 233 single-father households and 33.5% or 575 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 43 households (69.4%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 197 households (56.5%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ottumwa
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)74 (22.5%)
1 or 2 Children190 (43.7%)304 (29.3%)
3 or 4 Children43 (69.4%)197 (56.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total233 (39.2%)575 (33.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Ottumwa

The poverty data for Ottumwa shows that 176 of the married-couple family households (4.4%) and 808 of the single-parent households (35.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 households (30.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 240 household (58.4%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Ottumwa
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children63 (2.5%)74 (17.4%)
1 or 2 Children89 (7.3%)494 (33.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)240 (58.4%)
5 or more Children24 (30.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total176 (4.4%)808 (35.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Ottumwa

Employment by Class of Employer in Ottumwa

Among the 11,774 employed individuals in Ottumwa, private company employees (8,553 | 72.6%), not-for-profit organizations (1,079 | 9.2%), and local government employees (887 | 7.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Ottumwa
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees8,55372.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)3553.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2642.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations1,0799.2%
Local Government Employees8877.5%
State Government Employees3983.4%
Federal Government Employees2121.8%
Unpaid Family Workers260.2%
Total11,774100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Ottumwa

According to the labor force statistics for Ottumwa, out of the total population over 16 years of age (20,063), 63.3% or 12,700 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.5% or 572 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 89.6% or 1,717 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 13.1% or 114 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Ottumwa
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years873 (58.4%)114 (13.1%)
20 to 24 Years1,195 (74.8%)19 (1.6%)
25 to 29 Years1,648 (87.0%)36 (2.2%)
30 to 34 Years1,717 (89.6%)70 (4.1%)
35 to 44 Years1,938 (72.0%)97 (5.0%)
45 to 54 Years2,865 (84.9%)183 (6.4%)
55 to 59 Years872 (68.1%)12 (1.4%)
60 to 64 Years1,110 (56.3%)33 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years370 (17.1%)10 (2.7%)
75 Years and over121 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total12,700 (63.3%)572 (4.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ottumwa

According to labor force statistics for Ottumwa, 77.3% of individuals (10,147) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (13,127) are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 436 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 87.9% or 2,163 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.2% or 73 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ottumwa
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School1,177 (66.6%)110 (6.2%)
High School Diploma3,310 (72.0%)239 (5.2%)
College / Associate Degree3,497 (81.3%)185 (4.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,163 (87.9%)44 (1.8%)
Total10,147 (77.3%)564 (4.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Ottumwa

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ottumwa are Community & Social Service (1,044 | 8.6%), Management (948 | 7.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (812 | 6.7%), Education Instruction & Library (655 | 5.4%), and Health Technologists (514 | 4.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Ottumwa

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ottumwa, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (77.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (85.2%), Education, Arts & Media (80.5%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (77.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Ottumwa
OccupationMaleFemale
Management549 (57.9%)399 (42.1%)
Business & Financial150 (41.5%)211 (58.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science128 (77.1%)38 (22.9%)
Computers & Mathematics52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering53 (77.9%)15 (22.1%)
Life, Physical & Social Science23 (50.0%)23 (50.0%)
Community & Social Service 447 (42.8%)597 (57.2%)
Education, Arts & Media52 (19.5%)215 (80.5%)
Legal Services & Support42 (65.6%)22 (34.4%)
Education Instruction & Library295 (45.0%)360 (55.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating180 (22.2%)632 (77.8%)
Health Technologists76 (14.8%)438 (85.2%)
Total (Category)1,454 (43.6%)1,877 (56.4%)
Total (Overall)6,519 (53.7%)5,610 (46.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Ottumwa are Food Preparation & Serving (760 | 6.3%), Healthcare Support (552 | 4.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (353 | 2.9%), Personal Care & Service (213 | 1.8%), and Security & Protection (65 | 0.5%).
Services Occupations in Ottumwa

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Ottumwa, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (89.2%), and Firefighting & Prevention (85.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (92.9%), Personal Care & Service (76.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (48.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Ottumwa
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support39 (7.1%)513 (92.9%)
Security & Protection58 (89.2%)7 (10.8%)
Firefighting & Prevention40 (85.1%)7 (14.9%)
Law Enforcement18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving390 (51.3%)370 (48.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance213 (60.3%)140 (39.7%)
Personal Care & Service50 (23.5%)163 (76.5%)
Total (Category)750 (38.6%)1,193 (61.4%)
Total (Overall)6,519 (53.7%)5,610 (46.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Ottumwa are Sales & Related (1,199 | 9.9%), and Office & Administration (1,026 | 8.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Ottumwa

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Ottumwa
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related362 (30.2%)837 (69.8%)
Office & Administration240 (23.4%)786 (76.6%)
Total (Category)602 (27.1%)1,623 (72.9%)
Total (Overall)6,519 (53.7%)5,610 (46.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Ottumwa are Construction & Extraction (529 | 4.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (491 | 4.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (127 | 1.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Ottumwa

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Ottumwa
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry36 (28.3%)91 (71.7%)
Construction & Extraction514 (97.2%)15 (2.8%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair473 (96.3%)18 (3.7%)
Total (Category)1,023 (89.2%)124 (10.8%)
Total (Overall)6,519 (53.7%)5,610 (46.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Ottumwa are Production (1,899 | 15.7%), Material Moving (1,032 | 8.5%), and Transportation (552 | 4.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Ottumwa

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Ottumwa
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1,361 (71.7%)538 (28.3%)
Transportation474 (85.9%)78 (14.1%)
Material Moving855 (82.9%)177 (17.2%)
Total (Category)2,690 (77.2%)793 (22.8%)
Total (Overall)6,519 (53.7%)5,610 (46.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Ottumwa

Employment Industries in Ottumwa

The major employment industries in Ottumwa include Manufacturing (3,175 | 26.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,842 | 15.2%), Retail Trade (1,718 | 14.2%), Educational Services (969 | 8.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (780 | 6.4%).
Employment Industries in Ottumwa

Employment Industries by Sex in Ottumwa

The Ottumwa industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (93.3%), and Transportation & Warehousing (85.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (88.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (82.5%), and Educational Services (70.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Ottumwa
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting137 (60.1%)91 (39.9%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction513 (93.3%)37 (6.7%)
Manufacturing2,403 (75.7%)772 (24.3%)
Wholesale Trade200 (75.2%)66 (24.8%)
Retail Trade966 (56.2%)752 (43.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing489 (85.6%)82 (14.4%)
Utilities21 (46.7%)24 (53.3%)
Information79 (58.1%)57 (41.9%)
Finance & Insurance55 (12.0%)404 (88.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing20 (46.5%)23 (53.5%)
Professional & Scientific85 (39.2%)132 (60.8%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support216 (63.0%)127 (37.0%)
Educational Services286 (29.5%)683 (70.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance323 (17.5%)1,519 (82.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation17 (31.5%)37 (68.5%)
Accommodation & Food Services324 (41.5%)456 (58.5%)
Public Administration121 (44.7%)150 (55.3%)
Total6,519 (53.7%)5,610 (46.3%)

Education in Ottumwa

School Enrollment in Ottumwa

The most common levels of schooling among the 5,748 students in Ottumwa are high school (1,359 | 23.6%), middle school (1,337 | 23.3%), and elementary school (1,128 | 19.6%).
School Enrollment in Ottumwa
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool3956.9%
Kindergarten2855.0%
Elementary School1,12819.6%
Middle School1,33723.3%
High School1,35923.6%
College / Undergraduate1,06418.5%
Graduate / Professional1803.1%
Total5,748100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ottumwa

Out of a total of 5,748 students who are enrolled in schools in Ottumwa, 374 (6.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 5,374 (93.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 93 (44.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 326 (99.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ottumwa
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds143 (70.1%)61 (29.9%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,303 (94.4%)78 (5.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,644 (94.7%)93 (5.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds978 (99.1%)9 (0.9%)
18 to 19 Year Olds462 (98.3%)8 (1.7%)
20 to 24 Year Olds402 (93.5%)28 (6.5%)
25 to 34 Year Olds326 (99.4%)2 (0.6%)
35 Years and over118 (55.9%)93 (44.1%)
Total5,374 (93.5%)374 (6.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ottumwa

Education (712 | 19.2%), business (603 | 16.3%), science & technology (476 | 12.8%), psychology (344 | 9.3%), and liberal arts & history (301 | 8.1%) are the most common fields of study among 3,710 individuals in Ottumwa who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ottumwa
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics842.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1644.4%
Physical & Health Sciences561.5%
Psychology3449.3%
Social Sciences2827.6%
Engineering1955.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology47612.8%
Business60316.3%
Education71219.2%
Literature & Languages802.2%
Liberal Arts & History3018.1%
Visual & Performing Arts591.6%
Communications681.8%
Arts & Humanities2867.7%
Total3,710100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Ottumwa

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ottumwa

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Ottumwa are males with 2 vehicles (2,396, accounting for 38.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,092, making up 44.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ottumwa
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle299 (4.8%)141 (2.6%)
1 Vehicle1,464 (23.3%)1,398 (26.2%)
2 Vehicles2,396 (38.1%)2,092 (39.1%)
3 Vehicles1,196 (19.0%)974 (18.2%)
4 Vehicles503 (8.0%)422 (7.9%)
5 or more Vehicles438 (7.0%)318 (5.9%)
Total6,296 (100.0%)5,345 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Ottumwa

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Ottumwa are 5 to 9 minutes (2,934 commuters, 25.8%), 10 to 14 minutes (2,651 commuters, 23.3%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,886 commuters, 16.6%).
Commute Time in Ottumwa
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes9248.1%
5 to 9 Minutes2,93425.8%
10 to 14 Minutes2,65123.3%
15 to 19 Minutes1,88616.6%
20 to 24 Minutes6335.6%
25 to 29 Minutes4504.0%
30 to 34 Minutes7766.8%
35 to 39 Minutes1921.7%
40 to 44 Minutes1691.5%
45 to 59 Minutes2382.1%
60 to 89 Minutes2322.0%
90 or more Minutes2962.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Ottumwa

The most common commute times in Ottumwa are 5 to 9 minutes (1,555 commuters, 24.8%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (1,399 commuters, 27.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Ottumwa
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes381 (6.1%)543 (10.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,555 (24.8%)1,379 (26.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes1,252 (20.0%)1,399 (27.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes1,187 (19.0%)699 (13.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes374 (6.0%)259 (5.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes327 (5.2%)123 (2.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes436 (7.0%)340 (6.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes150 (2.4%)42 (0.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes116 (1.8%)53 (1.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes144 (2.3%)94 (1.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes135 (2.2%)97 (1.9%)
90 or more Minutes201 (3.2%)95 (1.8%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ottumwa

The most frequent times of departure to work in Ottumwa are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (1,025, 16.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (900, 17.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ottumwa
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM820 (13.1%)417 (8.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM485 (7.7%)192 (3.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM493 (7.9%)176 (3.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM275 (4.4%)157 (3.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM654 (10.4%)453 (8.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM557 (8.9%)543 (10.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM426 (6.8%)900 (17.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM225 (3.6%)225 (4.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM183 (2.9%)111 (2.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM153 (2.4%)331 (6.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM141 (2.2%)185 (3.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM193 (3.1%)51 (1.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM1,025 (16.4%)795 (15.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM628 (10.0%)587 (11.5%)
Total6,258 (100.0%)5,123 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Ottumwa

Occupancy by Ownership in Ottumwa

Of the total 10,201 dwellings in Ottumwa, owner-occupied units account for 6,013 (59.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 4,188 (41.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Ottumwa
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units6,01359.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units4,18841.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units10,201100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Ottumwa

Occupancy by Household Size in Ottumwa
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household3,18331.2%
2-Person Household3,51834.5%
3-Person Household1,47714.5%
4+ Person Household2,02319.8%
Total Housing Units10,201100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ottumwa

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ottumwa
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,494 (46.9%)1,689 (53.1%)
2-Person Household2,428 (69.0%)1,090 (31.0%)
3-Person Household864 (58.5%)613 (41.5%)
4+ Person Household1,227 (60.7%)796 (39.4%)
Total Housing Units6,013 (59.0%)4,188 (41.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ottumwa

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ottumwa
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School557 (45.0%)682 (55.0%)
High School Diploma2,118 (64.7%)1,156 (35.3%)
College/Associate Degree1,978 (54.6%)1,644 (45.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,360 (65.8%)706 (34.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ottumwa

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ottumwa
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2,50024.5%
35 to 44 Years1,28012.6%
45 to 54 Years1,72816.9%
55 to 64 Years2,22121.8%
65 to 74 Years1,32413.0%
75 to 84 Years6896.8%
85 Years and Over4594.5%
Total10,201100.0%

Housing Finances in Ottumwa

Median Income by Occupancy in Ottumwa

Median Income by Occupancy in Ottumwa
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied6,013 (59.0%)$68,964
Renter-Occupied4,188 (41.0%)$37,200
Average10,201 (100.0%)$53,085

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ottumwa

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ottumwa
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000121 (2.0%)231 (5.5%)
$5,000 to $9,99970 (1.2%)195 (4.7%)
$10,000 to $14,999183 (3.0%)411 (9.8%)
$15,000 to $19,999263 (4.4%)291 (7.0%)
$20,000 to $24,999267 (4.4%)450 (10.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999415 (6.9%)428 (10.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999733 (12.2%)716 (17.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,234 (20.5%)698 (16.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999817 (13.6%)399 (9.5%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,081 (18.0%)190 (4.5%)
$150,000 or more829 (13.8%)179 (4.3%)
Total6,013 (100.0%)4,188 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ottumwa

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ottumwa
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300325 (5.4%)233 (5.6%)
$300 to $499940 (15.6%)215 (5.1%)
$500 to $7991,789 (29.7%)1,022 (24.4%)
$800 to $9991,122 (18.7%)940 (22.5%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,156 (19.2%)1,487 (35.5%)
$1,500 to $1,999430 (7.1%)96 (2.3%)
$2,000 to $2,499222 (3.7%)12 (0.3%)
$2,500 to $2,99919 (0.3%)26 (0.6%)
$3,000 or more10 (0.2%)40 (1.0%)
Total6,013 (100.0%)4,188 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Ottumwa

Housing Structures in Ottumwa

Housing Structures in Ottumwa
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached7,93077.7%
Single Unit, Attached1331.3%
2 Unit Apartments2222.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments3733.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments4694.6%
10 or more Apartments8087.9%
Mobile Home / Other2662.6%
Total10,201100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ottumwa

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ottumwa
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached5,686 (71.7%)2,244 (28.3%)
Single Unit, Attached43 (32.3%)90 (67.7%)
2 Unit Apartments19 (8.6%)203 (91.4%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments37 (9.9%)336 (90.1%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)469 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments22 (2.7%)786 (97.3%)
Mobile Home / Other206 (77.4%)60 (22.6%)
Total6,013 (59.0%)4,188 (41.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ottumwa

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ottumwa
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room12 (0.2%)221 (5.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms154 (2.6%)778 (18.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms2,325 (38.7%)2,145 (51.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms2,050 (34.1%)681 (16.3%)
8 or more Rooms1,472 (24.5%)363 (8.7%)
Total6,013 (100.0%)4,188 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ottumwa

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ottumwa
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas4,980 (82.8%)2,734 (65.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas111 (1.8%)56 (1.3%)
Electricity838 (13.9%)1,262 (30.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels15 (0.3%)50 (1.2%)
No Fuel Used69 (1.1%)86 (2.1%)
Total6,013 (100.0%)4,188 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Ottumwa

Household Vehicle Usage in Ottumwa
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle156 (2.6%)684 (16.3%)
1 Vehicle1,518 (25.3%)2,121 (50.6%)
2 Vehicles2,555 (42.5%)1,092 (26.1%)
3 or more Vehicles1,784 (29.7%)291 (7.0%)
Total6,013 (100.0%)4,188 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Ottumwa

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Ottumwa

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,7433,270
Median Property Value$82,700$92,000
Median Household Income$53,299$544
Monthly Housing Costs$523$10
Real Estate Taxes$1,664$19

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ottumwa

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ottumwa
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000586 (21.4%)388 (11.9%)
$50,000 to $99,9991,077 (39.3%)1,428 (43.7%)
$100,000 to $299,999987 (36.0%)1,301 (39.8%)
$300,000 to $499,99978 (2.8%)113 (3.5%)
$500,000 to $749,99915 (0.5%)40 (1.2%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,743 (100.0%)3,270 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ottumwa

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ottumwa
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000129 (4.7%)16 (0.5%)
$10,000 to $24,999462 (16.8%)62 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $34,999260 (9.5%)251 (7.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999462 (16.8%)155 (4.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999507 (18.5%)271 (8.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999329 (12.0%)727 (22.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999309 (11.3%)488 (14.9%)
$150,000 or more285 (10.4%)772 (23.6%)
Total2,743 (100.0%)3,270 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ottumwa

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ottumwa
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,724 (62.8%)84,681 (2,589.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x393 (14.3%)2,487 (76.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x162 (5.9%)407 (12.4%)
4.0x or more443 (16.2%)142 (4.3%)
Total2,743 (100.0%)3,270 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ottumwa

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ottumwa
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800535 (19.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499698 (25.5%)287 (8.8%)
$800 to $1,4991,418 (51.7%)1,159 (35.4%)
Total2,743 (100.0%)3,270 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Ottumwa

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ottumwa

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ottumwa
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years2,091 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years4,201 (96.4%)158 (3.6%)
19 to 25 Years2,102 (91.6%)193 (8.4%)
26 to 34 Years2,821 (83.6%)553 (16.4%)
35 to 44 Years2,305 (86.0%)374 (14.0%)
45 to 54 Years3,057 (91.3%)292 (8.7%)
55 to 64 Years3,050 (95.3%)149 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years2,104 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older1,548 (99.6%)7 (0.4%)
Total23,279 (93.1%)1,726 (6.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ottumwa

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ottumwa
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born2,091 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen4,201 (96.4%)158 (3.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen2,102 (91.6%)193 (8.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ottumwa

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ottumwa
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0004,163 (87.6%)589 (12.4%)
$25,000 to $49,9994,341 (90.0%)481 (10.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9994,430 (93.7%)296 (6.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,013 (97.2%)87 (2.8%)
$100,000 and over6,908 (96.3%)268 (3.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ottumwa

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ottumwa
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 61,263 (60.4%)1,051 (50.3%)
6 to 18 Years2,411 (55.3%)2,239 (51.4%)
19 to 25 Years678 (29.5%)1,559 (67.9%)
25 to 34 Years792 (23.5%)2,186 (64.8%)
35 to 44 Years737 (27.5%)1,649 (61.6%)
45 to 54 Years714 (21.3%)2,531 (75.6%)
55 to 64 Years954 (29.8%)2,338 (73.1%)
65 to 74 Years2,064 (98.1%)1,276 (60.7%)
75 Years and over1,548 (99.6%)951 (61.2%)
Total11,161 (44.6%)15,780 (63.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ottumwa

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ottumwa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years184 (7.6%)31 (1.7%)
18 to 34 Years249 (7.7%)209 (7.3%)
35 to 64 Years736 (15.9%)726 (15.8%)
65 to 74 Years351 (37.2%)455 (39.2%)
75 Years and over331 (59.3%)560 (56.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Ottumwa

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Ottumwa: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years34 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years64 (2.0%)18 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years234 (5.1%)130 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years193 (20.4%)116 (10.0%)
75 Years and over154 (27.6%)242 (24.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Ottumwa: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years20 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years5 (0.2%)66 (2.3%)
35 to 64 Years176 (3.8%)104 (2.3%)
65 to 74 Years21 (2.2%)95 (8.2%)
75 Years and over47 (8.4%)92 (9.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Ottumwa: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years130 (5.4%)18 (1.0%)
18 to 34 Years173 (5.4%)86 (3.0%)
35 to 64 Years346 (7.5%)284 (6.2%)
65 to 74 Years27 (2.9%)94 (8.1%)
75 Years and over108 (19.4%)108 (10.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Ottumwa: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years20 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years57 (1.8%)53 (1.8%)
35 to 64 Years319 (6.9%)438 (9.5%)
65 to 74 Years174 (18.4%)236 (20.3%)
75 Years and over219 (39.3%)425 (42.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Ottumwa: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years66 (2.0%)19 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years130 (2.8%)102 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years17 (1.8%)48 (4.1%)
75 Years and over88 (15.8%)110 (11.0%)

Technology Access in Ottumwa

Computing Device Access in Ottumwa

Computing Device Access in Ottumwa
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop6,74866.1%
Smartphone8,51883.5%
Tablet5,49953.9%
No Computing Device9529.3%
Total10,201100.0%

Internet Access in Ottumwa

Internet Access in Ottumwa
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet350.3%
Broadband Home6,35362.3%
Cellular Data Only1,60215.7%
Satellite Internet3803.7%
No Internet1,97219.3%
Total10,201100.0%

Ottumwa Summary

Ottumwa, Iowa is a city located in Wapello County in the southeastern part of the state. It is the county seat and the largest city in the county. The city is situated along the Des Moines River and is part of the Ottumwa-Oskaloosa Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 25,023.

History

The area that is now Ottumwa was first settled in 1841 by a group of settlers from Ohio. The city was named after the Native American tribe of the same name, which had inhabited the area prior to the settlers’ arrival. The city was incorporated in 1853 and was designated as the county seat of Wapello County in 1855.
In the late 19th century, Ottumwa was a major railroad hub and was home to several large industries, including a large coal mining operation. The city was also home to the world’s first female mayor, Mary B. Haskin, who was elected in 1887.
In the early 20th century, the city experienced a period of growth and prosperity. The city was home to several large factories, including the John Deere plant, which employed thousands of workers. The city also had a thriving downtown area, which included several theaters, restaurants, and shops.

Geography

Ottumwa is located in southeastern Iowa, in Wapello County. The city is situated along the Des Moines River and is part of the Ottumwa-Oskaloosa Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city has a total area of 11.2 square miles, of which 11.1 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water.
The city is located in a hilly region of the state and is surrounded by several small towns and rural areas. The city is located approximately 75 miles southeast of Des Moines and approximately 150 miles northwest of Chicago.

Economy

Ottumwa’s economy is largely based on manufacturing and agriculture. The city is home to several large factories, including the John Deere plant, which employs thousands of workers. The city is also home to several smaller manufacturing companies, as well as several agricultural businesses.
The city is also home to several large retail stores, including Walmart, Target, and Kohl’s. The city also has a thriving downtown area, which includes several restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 25,023. The racial makeup of the city was 87.3% White, 8.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,845, and the median income for a family was $45,945. The per capita income for the city was $19,845. About 13.2% of families and 16.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.3% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Ottumwa?
Total Population of Ottumwa is 25,359.
What is the Total Male Population of Ottumwa?
Total Male Population of Ottumwa is 12,844.
What is the Total Female Population of Ottumwa?
Total Female Population of Ottumwa is 12,515.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Ottumwa?
There are 102.63 Males per 100 Females in Ottumwa.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Ottumwa?
There are 97.44 Females per 100 Males in Ottumwa.
What is the Median Population Age in Ottumwa?
Median Population Age in Ottumwa is 36.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Ottumwa
Average Family Size in Ottumwa is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Ottumwa
Average Household Size in Ottumwa is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Ottumwa?
Per Capita income in Ottumwa is $29,395.
What is the Median Family Income in Ottumwa?
Median Family Income in Ottumwa is $61,429.
What is the Median Household income in Ottumwa?
Median Household Income in Ottumwa is $53,085.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Ottumwa?
Income or Wage Gap in Ottumwa is 20.7%.
Women in Ottumwa earn 79.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Ottumwa?
Family Income Deficit in Ottumwa is $10,995.
Families that are below poverty line in Ottumwa earn $10,995 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Ottumwa?
Inequality or Gini Index in Ottumwa is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Ottumwa?
There are 12,700 People in the Labor Forcein in Ottumwa.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Ottumwa?
63.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Ottumwa.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Ottumwa?
Unemployment Rate in Ottumwa is 4.5%.