The Ottumwa, IA Metro Area has a lower rate of violent crime compared to the average in the United States. According to
, the violent crime rate in this area is 17.6, while the US average is 22.7. However, property crime in Ottumwa is slightly higher than the national average, with a rate of 36.55 compared to 35.4. While this may be concerning, it should also be noted that the overall crime rate in Ottumwa is relatively low compared to other cities in the country. The community works together to tackle crime and keep the area safe for residents and visitors alike. Through efforts such as neighborhood watch programs and strong law enforcement, Ottumwa continues to strive towards creating a safe and secure environment for all.Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Ottumwa Metro Area violent crime is 17.6. (The US average is 22.7)
Ottumwa Metro Area property crime is 36.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Ottumwa, Iowa does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Ottumwa, Iowa. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Ottumwa, Iowa. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.