Ottawa is a city located in Franklin County, in the state of Kansas (KS), United States. Nestled in the West North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 6.7 square miles (17.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 901 ft. With a population of approximately 11,921 residents, Ottawa offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 48.75% males and 51.25% females, and it has a population density of 781.91 people per square mile (688.00/km²). Ottawa lies at a latitude of 38.61 and a longitude of -95.27, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (13.4%), followed by English (10.5%), German (20.3%), and Scotch-Irish (2.6%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 66067.