Ottumwa
A community guide to Ottumwa in Iowa, the United States.
- Population
- 25,529 residents
- Region
- Iowa
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 41.0200, -92.4113
Getting there
Reaching Ottumwa typically involves the regional road network of Iowa or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse the United States. Local routes link Ottumwa to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of Iowa. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Ottumwa.
Overview
Ottumwa is a populated place in Iowa, the United States. The community supports 25,529 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Iowa. Its position within the broader regional network gives Ottumwa a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Geography and location
Ottumwa sits at approximate coordinates 41.0200 latitude and -92.4113 longitude within Iowa. The terrain and natural features around Ottumwa reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Iowa road network providing the principal routes in and out.