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5.0%
State tax rate
$1,325
Median rent
90
Walk score
187
Crime /100K
Financial Overview
What does Ottawa actually cost?
Median rent is $1,325/mo in Ottawa.
IL has a 5.0% state income tax rate.
Your actual purchasing power gain or loss depends on your income, your current state's tax rate, and your housing situation. ZipSage calculates the exact dollar difference for your profile — free.
State income tax
5.0%
Median rent
$1,325/mo
Median home price
$206,707
Walk Score
90/100 — Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
15/100
Violent crime rate
187/100K — low
Avg high temperature
58°F
Sunny days / year
190 days
Humidity
65%
Population
19K
Property tax rate
2.27%
Sales tax rate
8.83%
Your Personalized Report
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ZipSage verdict — is Ottawa right for you?
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Is Ottawa Right For You?
Strong fits — and where it may fall short
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Affordable Rent
Median rent $1,325/mo — well below major metro averages.
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Walkability
Walk Score 90/100 — Walker's Paradise.
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Safety
Violent crime 187/100K — low compared to the national average.
Is Ottawa right for your situation?
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