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Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

🇬🇱 Greenland

Kangaatsiaq is a small town in Greenland with a population of 520. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 24°F (-5°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
520 Population
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
24°F Avg Temperature -5°C
15.6 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

Population520
Median Age35.3 yrs
DensityN/A
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 (-5°C)
Rain15.6 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Population520
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates68.3065°, -53.4641°
TimezoneAmerica/Nuuk
Country🇬🇱 Greenland
Average Temperature24°F (-5°C)
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation15.6 inches (396 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.9 inches (23 cm)
Median Household Income$58,499
Median Age35.3 years

Is Kangaatsiaq a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kangaatsiaq 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. Kangaatsiaq stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kangaatsiaq 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

Kangaatsiaq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 24°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.6 inches, including 8.9 inches of snow.

Kangaatsiaq has a population of 520. 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

520
Total Population
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kangaatsiaq vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kangaatsiaq vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kangaatsiaq 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: Kangaatsiaq 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 Kangaatsiaq, 27.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.0%
16% below US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Kangaatsiaq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 24°F (-5°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July. The area gets 308 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 15.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 44°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average23.7°F
56% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.6 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall8.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates68.3065°N, 53.4641°W
TimezoneAmerica/Nuuk

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-14°C) 0.8 in
February 3°F (-16°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Driest
March 4°F (-16°C) 0.9 in
April 16°F (-9°C) 1.2 in
May 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in
June 39°F (4°C) 1.4 in
July 44°F (7°C) 1.6 in Warmest
August 43°F (6°C) 1.9 in Wettest
September 37°F (3°C) 1.8 in
October 28°F (-2°C) 1.6 in
November 21°F (-6°C) 1.6 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 1.1 in

Kangaatsiaq has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 3°F in February to 44°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.9") and February the driest (0.8").

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 Kangaatsiaq

What is the population of Kangaatsiaq?

Kangaatsiaq has a population of 520 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 Kangaatsiaq expensive to live in?

Kangaatsiaq 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 Kangaatsiaq?

Kangaatsiaq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 24°F (-5°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.6 inches, with 8.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kangaatsiaq?

How much does housing cost in Kangaatsiaq?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $700.

How are the schools in Kangaatsiaq?

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

How healthy is Kangaatsiaq?

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

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