Grise Fiord, NU — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $101,609

35% higher than US avg

Home Value $250,550

11% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 9.1%

73% lower than US avg

Median Rent $146

87% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 26.2%

18% lower than US avg

Unemployment 21.4%

494% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 17.5%

41% higher than US avg

How Grise Fiord Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population144

Median Age28.0 yrs

Density1/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median Income$101,609

Per Capita$45,269

Unemployment21.4%

Poverty17.5%

Commute10 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$250,550

Rent$146

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units55

Health

Obesity26.2%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking8.9%

Depression4.1%

Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp3°F (-16°C)

AQI27 (Good)

Rain8.3 in/yr

Sunny Days321/yr

Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

Bachelor's+9.1%

High School+27.3%

Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute10 min

Broadband94.0%

Is Grise Fiord a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grise Fiord receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Grise Fiord offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grise Fiord is $101,609, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Grise Fiord among higher-income communities. At 21.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grise Fiord is $250,550, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $146 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Grise Fiord has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 3°F. Winters average -27°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July. With 321 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.3 inches, including 6.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Grise Fiord has a population of 144 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 128.5 square miles. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.3% female and 51.7% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 24.1% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

144

Total Population

2021 Census

People / sq mi

28.0yrs

Median Age

28% below US avg

128.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%

Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Grise Fiord vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	24.1%
	69% below US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Other Languages	75.9%

Social Characteristics

Grise Fiord vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grise Fiord is $101,609, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,269 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 21.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Grise Fiord vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$101,609
	35% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$45,269

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	21.4%
	494% above US avg
Poverty Rate	17.5%
	41% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	10.0 min
Drive Alone	50.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Grise Fiord is $250,550, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $146 (87% below the national average of $1,163). There are 55 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$250,550
	11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$146
	87% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	27.3%
Renter-Occupied	81.8%
Housing Units	55

Property Tax

In Grise Fiord, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Grise Fiord vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.2%
	18% below US avg
Diabetes	5.5%
Heart Disease	9.5%
High Blood Pressure	22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	8.9%
	36% below US avg
Binge Drinking	10.0%
Physical Inactivity	76.3%
Depression	4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.0%

Food & Exercise

Grise Fiord has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 3°F (-16°C). Winters average -27°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 66°F. The area gets 321 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 8.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

-27°F Jan (-33°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)

Annual Average	2.5°F
	95% below US avg
January Average	-27°F (-33°C)
July Average	39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days	321 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	8.3 inches
	78% below US avg
Snowfall	6.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	27.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	89.5%

Geography

Elevation	52 ft (16 m)
Area	128.5 sq mi (332.9 km²)
Population Density	1/sq mi
Coordinates	76.4184°N, 82.8947°W
Timezone	America/Iqaluit

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	-27°F (-33°C)	0.2 in	Driest
February	-27°F (-33°C)	0.2 in	Coldest
March	-25°F (-32°C)	0.2 in
April	-11°F (-24°C)	0.2 in
May	12°F (-11°C)	0.7 in
June	32°F (-0°C)	0.8 in
July	39°F (4°C)	1.6 in	Warmest
August	35°F (1°C)	1.7 in	Wettest
September	22°F (-6°C)	1.1 in
October	7°F (-14°C)	1.1 in
November	-8°F (-22°C)	0.4 in
December	-18°F (-28°C)	0.2 in

Grise Fiord has a seasonal temperature swing of 66°F — from -27°F in February to 39°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 8.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.7") and January the driest (0.2").

9.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 73% below the national average of 33.7%. 27.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 50% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	9.1%
	73% below US avg
High School+	27.3%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%

D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1/sq mi
Total Area	128.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	10.0 min
Drive Alone	50.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Grise Fiord

What is the population of Grise Fiord?

Grise Fiord has a population of 144 residents and is located in Nunavut. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 128.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.3% female and 51.7% male.

Is Grise Fiord expensive to live in?

Grise Fiord is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $101,609, 35% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,550 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $146 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Grise Fiord?

Grise Fiord has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 3°F (-16°C). Winter temperatures average -27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.3 inches, with 6.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Grise Fiord?

The job market in Grise Fiord faces challenges, with unemployment at 21.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 10 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Grise Fiord?

The median home value in Grise Fiord is $250,550. For renters, the median monthly rent is $146.

How are the schools in Grise Fiord?

9.1% of adults in Grise Fiord hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Grise Fiord?

The obesity rate in Grise Fiord is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Grise Fiord?

The average commute in Grise Fiord is 10 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 50% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Grise Fiord?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Grise Fiord is 100% White. 24.1% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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