Ottawa

Franklin County, Kansas

Population 26K |Median income $77,207 |1 hospital

Population

26,106

Franklin County

Median Income

$77,207

+14% vs avg

Median Home Value

$198,700

-13% vs avg

Median Age

39.7

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

26K+1%

Median Income

$77,207+56%

Median Home Value

$198,700+66%

Poverty Rate

8.7%-34%

Unemployment

3%-61%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,042/mo

Poverty Rate

8.7% -39% vs avg

Unemployment 3%

Bachelor's Degree+ 24.6%

Work From Home 9.9%

Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 90.6%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.9%

African American 1.1%

Asian 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

40.3%

High Blood Pressure

36.2%

Short Sleep Duration

32.1%

Physical Inactivity

27.3%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.8%

Current Smoking

16.1%

Binge Drinking

15.7%

Frequent Physical Distress

13.6%

Diabetes

11.5%

Current Asthma

10.4%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 66%

Annual Checkup 76.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

8.8%

Coronary Heart Disease

Stroke

3.5%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

ADVENTHEALTH OTTAWA

OTTAWA · Acute Care Hospitals

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Ottawa Area 6

Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Kansas City Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1d ago

Air Quality

Kansas City Air Quality Alert: PM10 Levels Reach Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

EPA · 2d ago

Flood Warnings

Flood Alert Issued for River Kennet and Tributaries Across Swindon and West Berkshire

Environment Agency · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Ashley County, AR and Morehouse Parish, LA

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Chicot, Washington, and Bolivar Counties Until 8:45 PM CDT

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Arkansas and Northwest Mississippi

NOAA · 2d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Ottawa, KS? ▼

Ottawa, KS has a population of 26,106 people, located in Franklin County, Kansas.

What is the median household income in Ottawa? ▼

The median household income in Ottawa, KS is $77,207 per year. The poverty rate is 8.7%.

What is the median home value in Ottawa? ▼

The median home value in Ottawa, KS is $198,700. Median rent is $1,042/month.

What are the top health concerns in Ottawa? ▼

The top health indicators in Ottawa include Obesity (40.3%), High Blood Pressure (36.2%), Short Sleep Duration (32.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Ottawa? ▼

Ottawa has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Ottawa? ▼

The median age in Ottawa, KS is 39.7 years. 24.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Ottawa, KS is located in Franklin County, Kansas. With a population of 26K and a median household income of $77,207, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 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 (Franklin 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.