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4,447
TOTAL POPULATION
2,114
MALE POPULATION
2,333
FEMALE POPULATION
90.61
MALES / 100 FEMALES
110.36
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$33,461
PER CAPITA INCOME
$94,286
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$61,379
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
56.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
43.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,044
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

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Ottawa Area Codes

Race in Ottawa

The most populous races in Ottawa are White / Caucasian (3,813 | 85.7%), Hispanic or Latino (567 | 12.8%), and Two or more Races (258 | 5.8%).
Race in Ottawa
Race# Population% Population
Asian170.4%
Black / African American1052.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino56712.8%
Native / Alaskan260.6%
White / Caucasian3,81385.7%
Two or more Races2585.8%
Some other Race2285.1%
Total4,447100.0%

Ancestry in Ottawa

The most populous ancestries reported in Ottawa are German (2,083 | 46.8%), Mexican (434 | 9.8%), English (358 | 8.1%), Irish (197 | 4.4%), and Italian (195 | 4.4%), together accounting for 73.5% of all Ottawa residents.
Ancestry in Ottawa
Ancestry# Population% Population
African952.1%
American1934.3%
Belgian130.3%
Celtic210.5%
Central American471.1%
Czech180.4%
Czechoslovakian70.2%
Dutch270.6%
English3588.1%
French661.5%
French American Indian260.6%
German2,08346.8%
German Russian180.4%
Guatemalan471.1%
Irish1974.4%
Italian1954.4%
Korean320.7%
Luxembourger551.2%
Mexican4349.8%
Norwegian170.4%
Peruvian60.1%
Polish300.7%
Puerto Rican801.8%
Russian451.0%
Scotch-Irish120.3%
Scottish1022.3%
South American60.1%
Subsaharan African1042.3%
Swiss310.7%
Welsh110.3%
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Immigrants in Ottawa

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Ottawa came from Latin America (32 | 0.7%), Central America (23 | 0.5%), Guatemala (23 | 0.5%), Asia (17 | 0.4%), and Philippines (17 | 0.4%), together accounting for 2.5% of all Ottawa residents.
Immigrants in Ottawa
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia170.4%
Caribbean30.1%
Central America230.5%
Guatemala230.5%
Jamaica30.1%
Latin America320.7%
Peru60.1%
Philippines170.4%
South America60.1%
South Eastern Asia170.4%
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Sex and Age in Ottawa

Sex and Age in Ottawa

The most populous age groups in Ottawa are 50 to 54 Years (284 | 13.4%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (239 | 10.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Ottawa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years149 (7.0%)41 (1.8%)
5 to 9 Years123 (5.8%)171 (7.3%)
10 to 14 Years153 (7.2%)161 (6.9%)
15 to 19 Years201 (9.5%)136 (5.8%)
20 to 24 Years265 (12.5%)239 (10.2%)
25 to 29 Years7 (0.3%)102 (4.4%)
30 to 34 Years173 (8.2%)62 (2.7%)
35 to 39 Years49 (2.3%)114 (4.9%)
40 to 44 Years90 (4.3%)108 (4.6%)
45 to 49 Years152 (7.2%)197 (8.4%)
50 to 54 Years284 (13.4%)153 (6.6%)
55 to 59 Years160 (7.6%)91 (3.9%)
60 to 64 Years64 (3.0%)95 (4.1%)
65 to 69 Years53 (2.5%)142 (6.1%)
70 to 74 Years106 (5.0%)173 (7.4%)
75 to 79 Years38 (1.8%)54 (2.3%)
80 to 84 Years20 (0.9%)140 (6.0%)
85 Years and over27 (1.3%)154 (6.6%)
Total2,114 (100.0%)2,333 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Ottawa

Median Family Size in Ottawa

The median family size in Ottawa is 3.46 persons per family, with married-couple families (886 | 87.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.59 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (96 | 9.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.45 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Ottawa
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple886 (87.2%)3.59
Single Male/Father34 (3.4%)2.94
Single Female/Mother96 (9.5%)2.45
Total Families1,016 (100.0%)3.46

Median Household Size in Ottawa

The median household size in Ottawa is 2.50 persons per household, with married-couple households (886 | 50.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.61 persons per household. non-family households (734 | 41.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.11 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Ottawa
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple886 (50.6%)3.61
Single Male/Father34 (1.9%)2.94
Single Female/Mother96 (5.5%)2.72
Non-family734 (41.9%)1.11
Total Households1,750 (100.0%)2.50

Household Size by Marriage Status in Ottawa

Out of a total of 1,750 households in Ottawa, 1,016 (58.1%) are family households, while 734 (41.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 387, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 665.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Ottawa
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-665 (38.0%)
2-Person Households387 (22.1%)69 (3.9%)
3-Person Households198 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households187 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households188 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households29 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households27 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,016 (58.1%)734 (41.9%)

Female Fertility in Ottawa

Fertility by Age in Ottawa

Average fertility rate in Ottawa is 12.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 30.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Ottawa
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years12 (100.0%)30.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total12 (100.0%)12.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Ottawa

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Ottawa
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Ottawa

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Ottawa
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree12 (100.0%)32.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total12 (100.0%)12.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Ottawa

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Ottawa
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Ottawa

Income Overview in Ottawa

Per Capita Income in Ottawa is $33,461, while median incomes of families and households are $94,286 and $61,379 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,447$33,461
Median Family Income1,016$94,286
Mean Family Income1,016$110,610
Median Household Income1,750$61,379
Mean Household Income1,750$77,201
Income Deficit1,016$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,44756.37%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,44743.63¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,4470.47

Earnings by Sex in Ottawa

Average Earnings in Ottawa are $45,646, $73,387 for men and $32,017 for women, a difference of 56.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Ottawa
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,150 (53.8%)$73,387
Female989 (46.2%)$32,017
Total2,139 (100.0%)$45,646

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ottawa

The most common earnings brackets in Ottawa are $100,000+ for men (312 | 27.1%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (134 | 13.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ottawa
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less101 (8.8%)12 (1.2%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)16 (1.6%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)108 (10.9%)
$7,500 to $9,99933 (2.9%)41 (4.2%)
$10,000 to $12,49948 (4.2%)23 (2.3%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)68 (6.9%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)13 (1.3%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)41 (4.2%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)17 (1.7%)
$22,500 to $24,99913 (1.1%)17 (1.7%)
$25,000 to $29,99922 (1.9%)78 (7.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99963 (5.5%)101 (10.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99954 (4.7%)28 (2.8%)
$40,000 to $44,99932 (2.8%)117 (11.8%)
$45,000 to $49,99947 (4.1%)134 (13.6%)
$50,000 to $54,99992 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99959 (5.1%)9 (0.9%)
$65,000 to $74,99931 (2.7%)82 (8.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999243 (21.1%)50 (5.1%)
$100,000+312 (27.1%)34 (3.4%)
Total1,150 (100.0%)989 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ottawa

Average earnings in Ottawa are $76,452 for men and $40,192 for women, a difference of 47.4%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $120,417, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $38,750. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $72,708, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $14,418.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ottawa
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$57,204$0
High School Diploma$38,750$14,418
College or Associate's Degree$51,636$37,361
Bachelor's Degree$120,417$39,926
Graduate Degree$86,649$72,708
Total$76,452$40,192

Family Income in Ottawa

Family Income Brackets in Ottawa

According to the Ottawa family income data, there are 229 families falling into the $150,000 to $199,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Ottawa
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000181.8%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999353.4%
$25,000 to $34,999272.7%
$35,000 to $49,99911411.2%
$50,000 to $74,99920720.4%
$75,000 to $99,99913713.5%
$100,000 to $149,99917717.4%
$150,000 to $199,99922922.5%
$200,000+727.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ottawa

5-person families (174 | 17.1%) account for the highest median family income in Ottawa with $162,857 per family, while 3-person families (175 | 17.2%) have the highest median income of $41,477 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ottawa
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families410 (40.4%)$67,833
3-Person Families175 (17.2%)$124,432
4-Person Families201 (19.8%)$131,544
5-Person Families174 (17.1%)$162,857
6-Person Families29 (2.9%)$0
7+ Person Families27 (2.7%)$0
Total1,016 (100.0%)$94,286

Family Income by Number of Earners in Ottawa

The median family income in Ottawa is $94,286, with families comprising 3+ earners (166) having the highest median family income of $153,750, while families with no earners (218) have the lowest median family income of $39,643, accounting for 16.3% and 21.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Ottawa
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners218 (21.5%)$39,643
1 Earner176 (17.3%)$63,629
2 Earners456 (44.9%)$143,304
3+ Earners166 (16.3%)$153,750
Total1,016 (100.0%)$94,286

Household Income in Ottawa

Household Income Brackets in Ottawa

With 296 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Ottawa, accounting for 16.9% of all households. In contrast, only 72 households (4.1%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Ottawa
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001548.8%
$10,000 to $14,9991237.0%
$15,000 to $24,9991639.3%
$25,000 to $34,9991337.6%
$35,000 to $49,99918010.3%
$50,000 to $74,99929616.9%
$75,000 to $99,99920611.8%
$100,000 to $149,99919211.0%
$150,000 to $199,99922913.1%
$200,000+724.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Ottawa

The median household income in Ottawa is $61,379, with the highest median household income of $142,589 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 370 households (21.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 61 households (3.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Ottawa
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years61 (3.5%)$0
25 to 44 Years370 (21.1%)$142,589
45 to 64 Years688 (39.3%)$83,468
65+ Years631 (36.1%)$27,770
Total1,750 (100.0%)$61,379

Poverty in Ottawa

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ottawa

With 6.0% poverty level for males and 14.3% for females among the residents of Ottawa, 6 to 11 year old males and 65 to 74 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 45 males (32.9%) and 102 females (35.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ottawa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)14 (34.2%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years45 (32.9%)58 (20.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)13 (7.9%)
35 to 44 Years13 (9.3%)39 (17.6%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)55 (16.0%)
55 to 64 Years51 (22.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years17 (10.7%)102 (35.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)44 (13.1%)
Total126 (6.0%)325 (14.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Ottawa

According to the poverty statistics in Ottawa, males aged under 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Ottawa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years132 (100.0%)27 (65.8%)
5 Years49 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years92 (67.1%)232 (80.0%)
12 to 14 Years90 (100.0%)32 (100.0%)
15 Years23 (100.0%)101 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years111 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years332 (100.0%)248 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years180 (100.0%)151 (92.1%)
35 to 44 Years126 (90.6%)183 (82.4%)
45 to 54 Years436 (100.0%)288 (84.0%)
55 to 64 Years173 (77.2%)174 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years142 (89.3%)185 (64.5%)
75 Years and over74 (100.0%)292 (86.9%)
Total1,960 (94.0%)1,949 (85.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ottawa

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Ottawa show that 2.0% or 18 of the total 886 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 3.7%, comprising of 13 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 Ottawa
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children403 (98.8%)5 (1.2%)
1 or 2 Children341 (96.3%)13 (3.7%)
3 or 4 Children97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total868 (98.0%)18 (2.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ottawa

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ottawa
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)26 (54.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)40 (41.7%)

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

The poverty data for Ottawa shows that 18 of the married-couple family households (2.0%) and 40 of the single-parent households (30.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (3.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 household (54.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Ottawa
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children5 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children13 (3.7%)26 (54.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)14 (29.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total18 (2.0%)40 (30.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Ottawa

Employment by Class of Employer in Ottawa

Among the 2,016 employed individuals in Ottawa, private company employees (1,188 | 58.9%), self-employed (incorporated) (293 | 14.5%), and local government employees (190 | 9.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Ottawa
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,18858.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)29314.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)603.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations1607.9%
Local Government Employees1909.4%
State Government Employees1165.8%
Federal Government Employees90.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total2,016100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Ottawa

Employment Status by Age in Ottawa
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years71 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years247 (49.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years109 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years222 (94.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years323 (89.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years672 (85.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years247 (98.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years86 (54.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years68 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,044 (58.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ottawa

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ottawa
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School67 (72.8%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma333 (81.0%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree449 (81.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher810 (96.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,660 (87.3%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Ottawa

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ottawa are Community & Social Service (275 | 13.5%), Business & Financial (219 | 10.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (202 | 9.9%), Health Technologists (179 | 8.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (176 | 8.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Ottawa

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ottawa, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (67.8%), and Community & Social Service (66.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Ottawa
OccupationMaleFemale
Management152 (93.2%)11 (6.8%)
Business & Financial176 (80.4%)43 (19.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 93 (33.8%)182 (66.2%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)58 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library62 (35.2%)114 (64.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment16 (61.5%)10 (38.5%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating65 (32.2%)137 (67.8%)
Health Technologists65 (36.3%)114 (63.7%)
Total (Category)538 (59.1%)373 (40.9%)
Total (Overall)1,135 (55.5%)910 (44.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Ottawa are Food Preparation & Serving (120 | 5.9%), Security & Protection (87 | 4.3%), Law Enforcement (70 | 3.4%), Healthcare Support (55 | 2.7%), and Personal Care & Service (48 | 2.4%).
Services Occupations in Ottawa

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Ottawa, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (80.5%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (50.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (80.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Ottawa
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)55 (100.0%)
Security & Protection70 (80.5%)17 (19.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving23 (19.2%)97 (80.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance14 (50.0%)14 (50.0%)
Personal Care & Service14 (29.2%)34 (70.8%)
Total (Category)121 (35.8%)217 (64.2%)
Total (Overall)1,135 (55.5%)910 (44.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Ottawa are Office & Administration (195 | 9.5%), and Sales & Related (124 | 6.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Ottawa

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Ottawa
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related47 (37.9%)77 (62.1%)
Office & Administration22 (11.3%)173 (88.7%)
Total (Category)69 (21.6%)250 (78.4%)
Total (Overall)1,135 (55.5%)910 (44.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Ottawa are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (95 | 4.6%), and Construction & Extraction (40 | 2.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Ottawa

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Ottawa
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair95 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)135 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,135 (55.5%)910 (44.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Ottawa are Material Moving (152 | 7.4%), Transportation (96 | 4.7%), and Production (94 | 4.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Ottawa

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Ottawa
OccupationMaleFemale
Production76 (80.8%)18 (19.2%)
Transportation96 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving100 (65.8%)52 (34.2%)
Total (Category)272 (79.5%)70 (20.5%)
Total (Overall)1,135 (55.5%)910 (44.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Ottawa

Employment Industries in Ottawa

The major employment industries in Ottawa include Health Care & Social Assistance (337 | 16.5%), Manufacturing (321 | 15.7%), Accommodation & Food Services (221 | 10.8%), Educational Services (198 | 9.7%), and Finance & Insurance (194 | 9.5%).
Employment Industries in Ottawa

Employment Industries by Sex in Ottawa

The Ottawa industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (78.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Ottawa
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction78 (75.0%)26 (25.0%)
Manufacturing224 (69.8%)97 (30.2%)
Wholesale Trade62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade38 (33.3%)76 (66.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance147 (75.8%)47 (24.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific85 (72.0%)33 (28.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Educational Services45 (22.7%)153 (77.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance74 (22.0%)263 (78.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation14 (36.8%)24 (63.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services149 (67.4%)72 (32.6%)
Public Administration70 (55.6%)56 (44.4%)
Total1,135 (55.5%)910 (44.5%)

Education in Ottawa

School Enrollment in Ottawa

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,339 students in Ottawa are elementary school (334 | 24.9%), high school (328 | 24.5%), and college / undergraduate (251 | 18.8%).
School Enrollment in Ottawa
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool14110.5%
Kindergarten413.1%
Elementary School33424.9%
Middle School18413.7%
High School32824.5%
College / Undergraduate25118.8%
Graduate / Professional604.5%
Total1,339100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ottawa

Out of a total of 1,339 students who are enrolled in schools in Ottawa, 370 (27.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 969 (72.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 9 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 261 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ottawa
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds71 (77.2%)21 (22.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old114 (38.8%)180 (61.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds188 (59.9%)126 (40.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds261 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds242 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
35 Years and over17 (33.3%)34 (66.7%)
Total969 (72.4%)370 (27.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ottawa

Education (332 | 31.1%), business (264 | 24.8%), science & technology (178 | 16.7%), arts & humanities (78 | 7.3%), and bio, nature & agricultural (75 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 1,066 individuals in Ottawa who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ottawa
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics141.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural757.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology111.0%
Social Sciences151.4%
Engineering454.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology17816.7%
Business26424.8%
Education33231.1%
Literature & Languages181.7%
Liberal Arts & History90.8%
Visual & Performing Arts90.8%
Communications181.7%
Arts & Humanities787.3%
Total1,066100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Ottawa

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ottawa

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Ottawa are males with 2 vehicles (515, accounting for 46.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (357, making up 56.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ottawa
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle89 (8.1%)122 (13.4%)
2 Vehicles515 (46.6%)357 (39.2%)
3 Vehicles174 (15.7%)204 (22.4%)
4 Vehicles214 (19.4%)149 (16.4%)
5 or more Vehicles114 (10.3%)78 (8.6%)
Total1,106 (100.0%)910 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Ottawa

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Ottawa are 5 to 9 minutes (582 commuters, 31.5%), 30 to 34 minutes (322 commuters, 17.4%), and 10 to 14 minutes (195 commuters, 10.5%).
Commute Time in Ottawa
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes18910.2%
5 to 9 Minutes58231.5%
10 to 14 Minutes19510.5%
15 to 19 Minutes643.5%
20 to 24 Minutes894.8%
25 to 29 Minutes1085.8%
30 to 34 Minutes32217.4%
35 to 39 Minutes1035.6%
40 to 44 Minutes553.0%
45 to 59 Minutes1126.1%
60 to 89 Minutes301.6%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Ottawa

The most common commute times in Ottawa are 30 to 34 minutes (286 commuters, 27.3%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (340 commuters, 42.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Ottawa
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes113 (10.8%)76 (9.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes242 (23.1%)340 (42.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes81 (7.7%)114 (14.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes29 (2.8%)35 (4.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes44 (4.2%)45 (5.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes30 (2.9%)78 (9.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes286 (27.3%)36 (4.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes88 (8.4%)15 (1.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes55 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes65 (6.2%)47 (5.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes15 (1.4%)15 (1.9%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ottawa

The most frequent times of departure to work in Ottawa are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (161, 15.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (196, 24.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ottawa
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM55 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM116 (11.1%)29 (3.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM101 (9.6%)57 (7.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM49 (4.7%)94 (11.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM98 (9.3%)63 (7.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM130 (12.4%)108 (13.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM161 (15.4%)196 (24.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM52 (5.0%)86 (10.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM43 (4.1%)2 (0.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM7 (0.7%)69 (8.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM15 (1.4%)16 (2.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM71 (6.8%)38 (4.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM150 (14.3%)43 (5.4%)
Total1,048 (100.0%)801 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Ottawa

Occupancy by Ownership in Ottawa

Of the total 1,750 dwellings in Ottawa, owner-occupied units account for 1,281 (73.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 469 (26.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Ottawa
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,28173.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units46926.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,750100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Ottawa

Occupancy by Household Size in Ottawa
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household66538.0%
2-Person Household45626.1%
3-Person Household19811.3%
4+ Person Household43124.6%
Total Housing Units1,750100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ottawa

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ottawa
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household389 (58.5%)276 (41.5%)
2-Person Household390 (85.5%)66 (14.5%)
3-Person Household147 (74.2%)51 (25.8%)
4+ Person Household355 (82.4%)76 (17.6%)
Total Housing Units1,281 (73.2%)469 (26.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ottawa

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ottawa
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School42 (39.3%)65 (60.8%)
High School Diploma414 (66.8%)206 (33.2%)
College/Associate Degree332 (68.2%)155 (31.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher493 (92.0%)43 (8.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ottawa

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ottawa
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years21412.2%
35 to 44 Years21712.4%
45 to 54 Years45926.2%
55 to 64 Years22913.1%
65 to 74 Years28616.3%
75 to 84 Years19711.3%
85 Years and Over1488.5%
Total1,750100.0%

Housing Finances in Ottawa

Median Income by Occupancy in Ottawa

Median Income by Occupancy in Ottawa
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,281 (73.2%)$79,620
Renter-Occupied469 (26.8%)$18,750
Average1,750 (100.0%)$61,379

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ottawa

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ottawa
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00036 (2.8%)82 (17.5%)
$5,000 to $9,99925 (1.9%)11 (2.4%)
$10,000 to $14,99925 (1.9%)97 (20.7%)
$15,000 to $19,99934 (2.6%)68 (14.5%)
$20,000 to $24,99935 (2.7%)26 (5.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999133 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999163 (12.7%)18 (3.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999170 (13.3%)126 (26.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999166 (13.0%)41 (8.7%)
$100,000 to $149,999193 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more301 (23.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,281 (100.0%)469 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ottawa

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ottawa
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30023 (1.8%)53 (11.3%)
$300 to $499434 (33.9%)23 (4.9%)
$500 to $799221 (17.2%)234 (49.9%)
$800 to $999131 (10.2%)99 (21.1%)
$1,000 to $1,499181 (14.1%)54 (11.5%)
$1,500 to $1,999185 (14.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49941 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99912 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more53 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,281 (100.0%)469 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Ottawa

Housing Structures in Ottawa

Housing Structures in Ottawa
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,24271.0%
Single Unit, Attached623.5%
2 Unit Apartments1106.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments653.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments995.7%
10 or more Apartments864.9%
Mobile Home / Other864.9%
Total1,750100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ottawa

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ottawa
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,132 (91.1%)110 (8.9%)
Single Unit, Attached62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments15 (13.6%)95 (86.4%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments9 (13.9%)56 (86.2%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)99 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)86 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other63 (73.3%)23 (26.7%)
Total1,281 (73.2%)469 (26.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ottawa

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ottawa
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms15 (1.2%)153 (32.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms187 (14.6%)270 (57.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms614 (47.9%)46 (9.8%)
8 or more Rooms465 (36.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,281 (100.0%)469 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ottawa

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ottawa
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas775 (60.5%)25 (5.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas83 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity415 (32.4%)444 (94.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels8 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,281 (100.0%)469 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Ottawa

Household Vehicle Usage in Ottawa
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle33 (2.6%)81 (17.3%)
1 Vehicle359 (28.0%)188 (40.1%)
2 Vehicles548 (42.8%)172 (36.7%)
3 or more Vehicles341 (26.6%)28 (6.0%)
Total1,281 (100.0%)469 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Ottawa

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Ottawa

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units593688
Median Property Value$146,400$190,500
Median Household Income$44,028$245
Monthly Housing Costs$470$53
Real Estate Taxes$1,492$11

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ottawa

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ottawa
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00024 (4.1%)71 (10.3%)
$50,000 to $99,99961 (10.3%)71 (10.3%)
$100,000 to $299,999430 (72.5%)389 (56.5%)
$300,000 to $499,99978 (13.2%)98 (14.2%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)32 (4.6%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)27 (3.9%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total593 (100.0%)688 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ottawa

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ottawa
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00043 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99957 (9.6%)18 (2.6%)
$25,000 to $34,999101 (17.0%)37 (5.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999124 (20.9%)32 (4.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99973 (12.3%)39 (5.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99933 (5.6%)97 (14.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999106 (17.9%)133 (19.3%)
$150,000 or more56 (9.4%)87 (12.7%)
Total593 (100.0%)688 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ottawa

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ottawa
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x142 (23.9%)98,846 (14,367.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x113 (19.1%)330 (48.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x87 (14.7%)210 (30.5%)
4.0x or more251 (42.3%)82 (11.9%)
Total593 (100.0%)688 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ottawa

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ottawa
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80058 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499242 (40.8%)128 (18.6%)
$800 to $1,499293 (49.4%)112 (16.3%)
Total593 (100.0%)688 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Ottawa

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ottawa

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ottawa
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years235 (94.4%)14 (5.6%)
6 to 18 Years864 (98.5%)13 (1.5%)
19 to 25 Years513 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years331 (96.2%)13 (3.8%)
35 to 44 Years348 (96.4%)13 (3.6%)
45 to 54 Years772 (99.1%)7 (0.9%)
55 to 64 Years372 (93.5%)26 (6.5%)
65 to 74 Years429 (96.2%)17 (3.8%)
75 Years and older410 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,274 (97.7%)103 (2.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ottawa

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ottawa
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born235 (94.4%)14 (5.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen864 (98.5%)13 (1.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen513 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ottawa

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ottawa
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000460 (89.7%)53 (10.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999423 (96.1%)17 (3.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999947 (98.2%)17 (1.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999449 (98.5%)7 (1.5%)
$100,000 and over1,995 (99.6%)9 (0.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ottawa

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ottawa
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 631 (12.4%)218 (87.5%)
6 to 18 Years218 (24.9%)662 (75.5%)
19 to 25 Years155 (30.2%)358 (69.8%)
25 to 34 Years28 (8.1%)331 (96.2%)
35 to 44 Years39 (10.8%)309 (85.6%)
45 to 54 Years161 (20.7%)629 (80.7%)
55 to 64 Years138 (34.7%)234 (58.8%)
65 to 74 Years429 (96.2%)227 (50.9%)
75 Years and over410 (100.0%)344 (83.9%)
Total1,609 (36.8%)3,312 (75.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ottawa

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ottawa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years16 (3.9%)16 (3.5%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (1.4%)80 (10.8%)
65 to 74 Years33 (20.7%)119 (41.5%)
75 Years and over22 (29.7%)62 (18.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Ottawa

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Ottawa: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Ottawa: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)43 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years33 (20.7%)26 (9.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Ottawa: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years16 (3.9%)16 (3.5%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (1.4%)11 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)43 (15.0%)
75 Years and over22 (29.7%)35 (10.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Ottawa: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)26 (3.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)102 (35.5%)
75 Years and over9 (12.2%)62 (18.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Ottawa: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (1.4%)11 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)21 (7.3%)
75 Years and over9 (12.2%)16 (4.8%)

Technology Access in Ottawa

Computing Device Access in Ottawa

Computing Device Access in Ottawa
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,20769.0%
Smartphone1,37278.4%
Tablet1,18567.7%
No Computing Device19811.3%
Total1,750100.0%

Internet Access in Ottawa

Internet Access in Ottawa
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,29674.1%
Cellular Data Only1146.5%
Satellite Internet1206.9%
No Internet28916.5%
Total1,750100.0%

Ottawa Summary

Ottawa is a city located in Putnam County, Ohio, United States. It is the county seat of Putnam County and is located along the Auglaize River. The population was 5,098 at the 2010 census.

Geography

Ottawa is located at 41°02'N 84°14'W (41.037, -84.235). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.2 square miles (8.3 km2), all land.

History

The area that is now Ottawa was first settled in 1831 by a group of settlers from Pennsylvania. The town was originally named "Venedocia" after a nearby stream. In 1833, the name was changed to Ottawa after the Ottawa tribe of Native Americans who had lived in the area.
The town was incorporated in 1845 and became the county seat of Putnam County in 1848. The town grew rapidly in the late 19th century, and by 1900 had a population of over 3,000.

Economy

The economy of Ottawa is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large manufacturing companies, including the Ottawa Foundry, the Ottawa Machine Company, and the Ottawa Plastics Company.
Agriculture is also an important part of the local economy. The area is home to several large farms, including the Ottawa Dairy Farm, the Ottawa Grain Farm, and the Ottawa Fruit Farm.

Demographics

As of the census of 2010, there were 5,098 people, 2,068 households, and 1,323 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,588.3 people per square mile (613.7/km2). There were 2,269 housing units at an average density of 709.7 per square mile (274.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
There were 2,068 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.2% were married couples living together, 13.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.2% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 2.97.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 19.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.7 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $35,938, and the median income for a family was $45,938. Males had a median income of $35,938 versus $25,938 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,938. About 8.2% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Ottawa?
Total Population of Ottawa is 4,447.
What is the Total Male Population of Ottawa?
Total Male Population of Ottawa is 2,114.
What is the Total Female Population of Ottawa?
Total Female Population of Ottawa is 2,333.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Ottawa?
There are 90.61 Males per 100 Females in Ottawa.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Ottawa?
There are 110.36 Females per 100 Males in Ottawa.
What is the Median Population Age in Ottawa?
Median Population Age in Ottawa is 42.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Ottawa
Average Family Size in Ottawa is 3.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Ottawa
Average Household Size in Ottawa is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Ottawa?
Per Capita income in Ottawa is $33,461.
What is the Median Family Income in Ottawa?
Median Family Income in Ottawa is $94,286.
What is the Median Household income in Ottawa?
Median Household Income in Ottawa is $61,379.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Ottawa?
Income or Wage Gap in Ottawa is 56.4%.
Women in Ottawa earn 43.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Ottawa?
Inequality or Gini Index in Ottawa is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Ottawa?
There are 2,044 People in the Labor Forcein in Ottawa.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Ottawa?
58.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Ottawa.