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Kakisa, NT

Northwest Territories

Kakisa is a small town in Northwest Territories with a population of 39. Residents earn $102,648 per year, which is 37% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
39 Population 1/sq mi density
$102,648 Median Income $53,126 per capita
$220,095 Home Value
$847 Median Rent
27°F Avg Temperature 314 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$102,648 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$220,095 home value, $847/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,648
37% higher than US avg
Home Value $220,095
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $847
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population39
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$102,648
Per Capita$53,126
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty11.1%
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,095
Rent$847
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units19

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp27°F (-3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%

Community

Commute15 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Kakisa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kakisa receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Kakisa stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kakisa is $102,648, which is significantly higher than the national average — 37% above $75,149. This places Kakisa among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kakisa is $220,095, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $847 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kakisa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 27°F. Winters average -11°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Kakisa has a population of 39 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 36.7 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (96.8%), with 1.7% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 72.6% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

39
Total Population
2021 Census
1
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
36.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kakisa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.6%
8% below US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg
Other Languages26.2%

Social Characteristics

Kakisa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kakisa is $102,648, which is 37% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,126 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Kakisa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,648
37% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,126

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.8 min
Drive Alone54.4%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Kakisa is $220,095, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $847 (27% below the national average of $1,163). There are 19 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,095
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$847
27% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units19

Property Tax

In Kakisa, 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: Kakisa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Kakisa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 27°F (-3°C). Winters average -11°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 73°F. The area gets 314 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 12.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.4 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.

Temperature

-11°F Jan (-24°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average26.9°F
50% below US avg
January Average-11°F (-24°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.1 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Area36.7 sq mi (95.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates60.9393°N, 117.4088°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -11°F (-24°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February -4°F (-20°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 6°F (-14°C) 0.7 in
April 29°F (-2°C) 0.6 in
May 44°F (7°C) 0.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 1.2 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (14°C) 1.6 in
September 47°F (8°C) 1.2 in
October 32°F (-0°C) 0.9 in
November 9°F (-13°C) 0.9 in
December -6°F (-21°C) 0.8 in

Kakisa has a seasonal temperature swing of 73°F — from -11°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.8") and February the driest (0.6").

32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 54.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area36.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.8 min
Drive Alone54.4%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home4.6%

Frequently Asked Questions About Kakisa

What is the population of Kakisa?

Kakisa has a population of 39 residents and is located in Northwest Territories. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 36.7 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 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Kakisa expensive to live in?

Kakisa 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 $102,648, 37% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $220,095 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $847 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Kakisa?

Kakisa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 27°F (-3°C). Winter temperatures average -11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.1 inches, with 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Kakisa?

The unemployment rate in Kakisa is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 4.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Kakisa?

The median home value in Kakisa is $220,095. For renters, the median monthly rent is $847.

How are the schools in Kakisa?

32.9% of adults in Kakisa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kakisa?

The obesity rate in Kakisa 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 Kakisa?

The average commute in Kakisa is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 54.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Kakisa?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kakisa is 96.8% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 1.7% Asian. 72.6% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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