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Ottawa, KS

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Population
12,716
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
901 ft
Median Home Value
$166,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,032/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$71,699
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Ottawa in context.

OverallBest places in KansasPopulation rankingHighest population places in KansasNearest larger communityGardner, Kansas23 miles away · 26,154 residents.

About Ottawa

Ottawa is the county seat of Franklin County, Kansas, situated along the Marais des Cygnes River. The city of approximately 12,678 is home to Ottawa University, which was chartered in 1864 following an land donation by the Ottawa tribe, and hosts a branch campus of Neosho County Community College. The local economy is supported by major distribution centers for Walmart and American Eagle Outfitters.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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