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Kangerlussuaq, Greenland

Qeqqata · 🇬🇱 Greenland

Kangerlussuaq is a small town in Qeqqata, Greenland with a population of 508. Elevation: 794 ft (242 m). Average temperature: 22°F (-6°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
508 Population 25/sq mi density
794 ft Elevation 242 meters
22°F Avg Temperature -6°C
7.7 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

Population508
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density25/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 Temp22°F (-6°C)
Rain7.7 in/yr
Sunny Days322/yr
Elevation794 ft (242 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Population508
Population Density25 / sq mi
Elevation794 ft (242 m)
Coordinates67.0088°, -50.6894°
TimezoneAmerica/Nuuk
Country🇬🇱 Greenland
State / ProvinceQeqqata
Average Temperature22°F (-6°C)
January Average-3°F (-19°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation7.7 inches (195 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.3 inches (11 cm)
Median Household Income$58,499
Median Age35.3 years

Is Kangerlussuaq a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kangerlussuaq 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

Kangerlussuaq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 22°F. Winters average -3°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. With 322 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 7.7 inches.

Kangerlussuaq has a population of 508 with a density of 25 people per square mile, spread across 20.7 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

508
Total Population
25
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
20.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kangerlussuaq vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kangerlussuaq vs U.S. Average

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

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.0%
16% below US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Kangerlussuaq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 22°F (-6°C). Winters average -3°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. The area gets 322 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 7.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 794 feet.

Temperature

-3°F Jan (-19°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average21.6°F
60% below US avg
January Average-3°F (-19°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days322 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.7 inches
80% below US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation794 ft (242 m)
Area20.7 sq mi (53.7 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates67.0088°N, 50.6894°W
TimezoneAmerica/Nuuk

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -3°F (-19°C) 0.4 in
February -3°F (-19°C) 0.3 in Coldest
March 2°F (-17°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 17°F (-9°C) 0.3 in
May 34°F (1°C) 0.5 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.7 in
July 49°F (9°C) 1.2 in Warmest
August 45°F (7°C) 1.5 in Wettest
September 35°F (2°C) 0.9 in
October 23°F (-5°C) 0.6 in
November 12°F (-11°C) 0.7 in
December 3°F (-16°C) 0.4 in

Kangerlussuaq has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from -3°F in February to 49°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 7.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.5") and March the driest (0.2").

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 Density25/sq mi
Total Area20.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kangerlussuaq

What is the population of Kangerlussuaq?

Kangerlussuaq has a population of 508 residents and is located in Greenland. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 20.7 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 Kangerlussuaq expensive to live in?

Kangerlussuaq 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 Kangerlussuaq?

Kangerlussuaq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 22°F (-6°C). Winter temperatures average -3°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.7 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kangerlussuaq?

How much does housing cost in Kangerlussuaq?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $700.

How are the schools in Kangerlussuaq?

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

How healthy is Kangerlussuaq?

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

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