Ottawa

IL

LaSalle County, Illinois

Population 109K |Median income $73,045

Population
108,714
LaSalle County
Median Income
$73,045
+7% vs avg
Median Home Value
$161,900
-29% vs avg
Median Age
42.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
109K-4%
Median Income
$73,045+39%
Median Home Value
$161,900+29%
Poverty Rate
13.9%+14%
Unemployment
5.3%-53%

Economics

Median Rent
$928/mo
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Unemployment 5.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 20.5%
Work From Home 5.1%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 85.5%
African American 2.6%
Asian 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
37.8%
High Blood Pressure
36.4%
Short Sleep Duration
35.9%
Physical Inactivity
24.9%
Binge Drinking
18.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
17%
Current Smoking
15%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.2%
Diabetes
12.4%
Current Asthma
10.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 61.3%
Annual Checkup 78.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.3%
Stroke
3.7%

Alerts & News — Ottawa Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Alerts

Fog Advisory Issued for Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale

ECCC · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway Near Belford in Singleton Council Area

NSW RFS · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Thorn Creek in Cook County Through Monday Afternoon

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 5

What is the population of Ottawa, IL? ▼
Ottawa, IL has a population of 108,714 people, located in LaSalle County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Ottawa? ▼
The median household income in Ottawa, IL is $73,045 per year. The poverty rate is 13.9%.
What is the median home value in Ottawa? ▼
The median home value in Ottawa, IL is $161,900. Median rent is $928/month.
What are the top health concerns in Ottawa? ▼
The top health indicators in Ottawa include Obesity (37.8%), High Blood Pressure (36.4%), Short Sleep Duration (35.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
What is the median age in Ottawa? ▼
The median age in Ottawa, IL is 42.2 years. 20.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Ottawa, IL is located in LaSalle County, Illinois. With a population of 109K and a median household income of $73,045, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Safety alerts for the Ottawa area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (LaSalle County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.