Ottawa, OH is a small city located in Putnam County, Ohio. It has a population of only 4,757 according to the 2019 census estimates. Despite its small size, Ottawa has fared well in rankings by BestPlaces.net. The city earned an overall score of 72 out of 100 based on factors such as cost of living, crime rates, education levels and other metrics. In addition, Ottawa was ranked #3 in the state for best places to live and #1 for best place to raise a family in Ohio. Ottawa also received high marks for its employment opportunities and health care facilities. On top of all these accolades, Ottawa boasts incredibly low crime rates and an affordable cost of living making it an ideal place to call home.
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