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Inukjuak, QC

Quebec

Inukjuak is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,821. Residents earn $88,000 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,821 Population 86/sq mi density
$88,000 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$230,186 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 3.1% income on rent
23°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$88,000 median income, 9.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$230,186 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
0.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $88,000
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $230,186
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.9%
97% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.2%
156% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,821
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density86/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$88,000
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment9.2%
Poverty12.9%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,186
Rent$647
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units485
Rent Burden3.1%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp23°F (-5°C)
Rain17.0 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+0.9%
High School+23.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Inukjuak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Inukjuak receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Inukjuak offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Inukjuak is $88,000, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.2%, unemployment is notably high. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Inukjuak is $230,186, 18% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

0.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Inukjuak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F. Winters average -11°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.0 inches, including 8.6 inches of snow.

Inukjuak has a population of 1,821 with a density of 86 people per square mile, spread across 21.2 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.8% female and 52.2% male. The city is predominantly White (97.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1.4% of residents.

Population

1,821
Total Population
2021 Census
86
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
21.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Inukjuak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.4%
98% below US avg
Spanish 0.6%
96% below US avg
Other Languages 98.1%

Social Characteristics

Inukjuak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Inukjuak is $88,000, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,112 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $848, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 56 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 20.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Inukjuak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,000
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,112
Avg Weekly Wage$848

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.2%
156% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)56

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home20.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Inukjuak is $230,186, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 485 total housing units in the city. 3.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,186
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden3.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied97.9%
Housing Units485

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Inukjuak receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Inukjuak vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Inukjuak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winters average -11°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 64°F. The area gets 305 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 17.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

-11°F Jan (-24°C) 53°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average22.5°F
58% below US avg
January Average-11°F (-24°C)
July Average53°F (11°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area21.2 sq mi (54.9 km²)
Population Density86/sq mi
Coordinates58.4547°N, 78.1014°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.0"
55% below US avg
Snowfall 8.6"
Wettest Month (Sep) 2.68"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.51"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -11°F (-24°C) 0.6 in
February -12°F (-24°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest
March -2°F (-19°C) 0.5 in
April 15°F (-9°C) 0.8 in
May 31°F (-1°C) 0.9 in
June 44°F (6°C) 1.4 in
July 53°F (11°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in
September 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in Wettest
October 34°F (1°C) 2.2 in
November 22°F (-6°C) 1.9 in
December 3°F (-16°C) 1.1 in

Inukjuak has a seasonal temperature swing of 64°F / from -12°F in February to 53°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (0.5").

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0.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 97% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.9%
97% below US avg
High School+23.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density86/sq mi
Total Area21.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home20.6%

Schools in Inukjuak

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Centre De Formation Professionnelle Du Nunavik Nunavimmi Piguirsavik
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Radio Stations near Inukjuak

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Inukjuak

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Daniel Weetaluktuk Museum

Libraries in Inukjuak

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Municipal Library0.0

Hotels in Inukjuak

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coop Hotel

Gas Stations in Inukjuak

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #4850534067

Airports Near Inukjuak

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Inukjuak AirportYPHSmall Airport

Post Offices in Inukjuak

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

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Frequently Asked Questions About Inukjuak

What is the population of Inukjuak?

Inukjuak has a population of 1,821 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 86 people per square mile, spread across 21.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.8% female and 52.2% male.

Is Inukjuak expensive to live in?

The median household income is $88,000, 17% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $230,186 (18% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Inukjuak safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Inukjuak receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Inukjuak?

Inukjuak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winter temperatures average -11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.0 inches, with 8.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Inukjuak?

The job market in Inukjuak faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 56 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 20.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Inukjuak?

The median home value in Inukjuak is $230,186. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Inukjuak?

0.9% of adults in Inukjuak hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Inukjuak?

The average commute in Inukjuak is 26 minutes. 86.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Inukjuak?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Inukjuak is 97.8% White. 1.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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