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Aasiaat, Greenland

Qeqertalik · 🇬🇱 Greenland

Aasiaat is a small town in Qeqertalik, Greenland with a population of 3,005. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 24°F (-4°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
3,005 Population
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
24°F Avg Temperature -4°C
14.1 in Annual Rain
America / Nuuk Timezone
$58,499 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$58,499 median income
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$700/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,499
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.0%
16% lower than US avg

People

Population3,005
Median Age35.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female53% / 47%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,499
Per Capita$58,499
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$700
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity27.0%
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp24°F (-4°C)
Rain14.1 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Population3,005
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates68.7087°, -52.8637°
TimezoneAmerica/Nuuk
Country🇬🇱 Greenland
State / ProvinceQeqertalik
Average Temperature24°F (-4°C)
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation14.1 inches (359 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.0 inches (20 cm)
Median Household Income$58,499
Median Age35.3 years

Is Aasiaat a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aasiaat receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Aasiaat offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aasiaat is $58,499, 22% below the national average of $75,149.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Aasiaat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 24°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.1 inches, including 8.0 inches of snow.

Aasiaat has a population of 3,005. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.4% female and 52.6% male. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

3,005
Total Population
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Aasiaat vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Aasiaat vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aasiaat is $58,499, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $58,499 (above the $39,052 national figure). The cost of living index is 70, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Aasiaat vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,499
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$58,499

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living70.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.0%

Property Tax

In Aasiaat, 27.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%.

Health Metrics: Aasiaat vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.0%
16% below US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Aasiaat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 24°F (-4°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 14.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 44°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average24.0°F
56% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.1 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall8.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates68.7087°N, 52.8637°W
TimezoneAmerica/Nuuk

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 0.8 in
February 3°F (-16°C) 0.7 in Coldest
March 3°F (-16°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 16°F (-9°C) 0.9 in
May 30°F (-1°C) 0.8 in
June 39°F (4°C) 1.4 in
July 44°F (7°C) 1.5 in Warmest
August 44°F (7°C) 1.7 in Wettest
September 37°F (3°C) 1.6 in
October 28°F (-2°C) 1.4 in
November 21°F (-6°C) 1.6 in
December 15°F (-10°C) 1.2 in

Aasiaat has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 3°F in February to 44°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.7") and March the driest (0.6").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+97.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Aasiaat

What is the population of Aasiaat?

Aasiaat has a population of 3,005 residents and is located in Greenland.. The median age of residents is 35.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.4% female and 52.6% male.

Is Aasiaat expensive to live in?

Aasiaat is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 70 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $58,499, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Aasiaat?

Aasiaat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 24°F (-4°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.1 inches, with 8.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Aasiaat?

How much does housing cost in Aasiaat?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $700.

How are the schools in Aasiaat?

28.0% of adults in Aasiaat hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Aasiaat?

The obesity rate in Aasiaat is 27.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%).

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