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Ilulissat, Greenland

Avannaata · 🇬🇱 Greenland

Ilulissat is a small town in Avannaata, Greenland with a population of 4,413. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 24°F (-4°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
4,413 Population 1,017/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
24°F Avg Temperature -4°C
11.1 in Annual Rain
America / Nuuk Timezone
$58,499 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 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
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

People

Population4,413
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density1,017/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,499
Per Capita$58,499
UnemploymentN/A
Poverty5.0%

Housing

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

Health

Obesity27.0%
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp24°F (-4°C)
Rain11.1 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Population4,413
Population Density1,017 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates69.2198°, -51.0986°
TimezoneAmerica/Nuuk
Country🇬🇱 Greenland
State / ProvinceAvannaata
Average Temperature24°F (-4°C)
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average44°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation11.1 inches (283 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.0 inches (15 cm)
Median Household Income$58,499
Median Age35.3 years

Is Ilulissat a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ilulissat receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Ilulissat stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ilulissat is $58,499, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

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

Ilulissat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 24°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.1 inches, including 6.0 inches of snow.

Ilulissat has a population of 4,413 with a density of 1,017 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. 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

4,413
Total Population
1,017
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ilulissat vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ilulissat vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ilulissat 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). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 70, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ilulissat vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg

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%
Renter-Occupied45.0%

Property Tax

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

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.0%
16% below US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Ilulissat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 24°F (-4°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July. The area gets 316 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 11.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 44°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average24.1°F
55% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average44°F (6°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.1 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall6.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.2 km²)
Population Density1,017/sq mi
Coordinates69.2198°N, 51.0986°W
TimezoneAmerica/Nuuk

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 0.6 in Driest
February 6°F (-15°C) 0.6 in
March 5°F (-15°C) 0.6 in Coldest
April 17°F (-8°C) 0.7 in
May 31°F (-0°C) 0.8 in
June 40°F (4°C) 1.1 in
July 44°F (6°C) 1.2 in Warmest
August 42°F (5°C) 1.3 in
September 36°F (2°C) 1.5 in Wettest
October 27°F (-3°C) 1.1 in
November 19°F (-7°C) 1.0 in
December 15°F (-10°C) 0.8 in

Ilulissat has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 5°F in March to 44°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (1.5") and January 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

Population Density1,017/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ilulissat

What is the population of Ilulissat?

Ilulissat has a population of 4,413 residents and is located in Greenland. The population density is 1,017 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. 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 Ilulissat expensive to live in?

Ilulissat 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 Ilulissat?

Ilulissat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 24°F (-4°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.1 inches, with 6.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ilulissat?

How much does housing cost in Ilulissat?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $700.

How are the schools in Ilulissat?

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

How healthy is Ilulissat?

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

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