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Kuujjuaq, QC

Quebec

Kuujjuaq is a small town in Quebec with a population of 2,668. Residents earn $110,000 per year, which is 46% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,668 Population 24/sq mi density
$110,000 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$230,186 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 3.6% income on rent
23°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$110,000 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$230,186 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $110,000
46% higher than US avg
Home Value $230,186
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,668
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density24/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$110,000
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty12.9%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,186
Rent$647
Ownership6.6%
Housing Units980
Rent Burden3.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp23°F (-5°C)
Rain20.6 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+21.1%
Graduate+5.1%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Kuujjuaq a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kuujjuaq receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Kuujjuaq offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kuujjuaq is $110,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 46% above $75,149. This places Kuujjuaq among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 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 Kuujjuaq 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 2.1x 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

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kuujjuaq 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 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.6 inches, including 11.1 inches of snow.

Kuujjuaq has a population of 2,668 with a density of 24 people per square mile, spread across 112.0 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.3% male. The city is predominantly White (97.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 10.7% of residents, while 15% speak Spanish.

Population

2,668
Total Population
2021 Census
24
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
112.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Kuujjuaq vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 10.7%
86% below US avg
Spanish 15.0%
12% above US avg
Other Languages 74.4%

Social Characteristics

Kuujjuaq vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kuujjuaq is $110,000, which is 46% 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 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 83 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 20.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Kuujjuaq vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,000
46% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,112
Avg Weekly Wage$848

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)83

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 Kuujjuaq is $230,186, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 6.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 980 total housing units in the city. 3.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, 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 Burden3.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership6.6%
Owner-Occupied6.6%
Renter-Occupied93.4%
Housing Units980

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, Kuujjuaq receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Kuujjuaq 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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Kuujjuaq 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 299 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 20.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

-11°F Jan (-24°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average22.5°F
58% below US avg
January Average-11°F (-24°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area112.0 sq mi (290.0 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates58.1073°N, 68.3997°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.6"
46% below US avg
Snowfall 11.1"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.80"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.06"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -11°F (-24°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February -10°F (-23°C) 1.1 in
March 1°F (-17°C) 1.2 in
April 17°F (-8°C) 1.1 in Driest
May 32°F (0°C) 1.1 in
June 45°F (7°C) 2.0 in
July 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 51°F (11°C) 2.8 in Wettest
September 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in
October 32°F (0°C) 2.0 in
November 18°F (-8°C) 1.8 in
December -1°F (-18°C) 1.4 in

Kuujjuaq has a seasonal temperature swing of 65°F / from -11°F in January to 53°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.8") and April the driest (1.1").

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8.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 75% below the national average of 33.7%. 21.1% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+21.1%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density24/sq mi
Total Area112.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Kuujjuaq

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Pitakallak
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Radio Stations near Kuujjuaq

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Hotels in Kuujjuaq

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coop Hotel Charlie Kudluk
Coop Hotel Inters
Igluvigaq Lodging
Kuujjuaq Inn

Cafes in Kuujjuaq

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Old Chimo Café

Gas Stations in Kuujjuaq

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #4932633338
CA #4960107856

Airports Near Kuujjuaq

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kuujjuaq AirportYVPMedium Airport

Post Offices in Kuujjuaq

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kuujjuaq

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Anglican Church
new St. Stephen’s Anglican Church
Notre-Dame De Fatima
St. Stephans

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kuujjuaq

What is the population of Kuujjuaq?

Kuujjuaq has a population of 2,668 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 112.0 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 51.5% female and 48.3% male.

Is Kuujjuaq expensive to live in?

The median household income is $110,000, 46% 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 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Kuujjuaq safe?

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

What is the weather like in Kuujjuaq?

Kuujjuaq 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 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.6 inches, with 11.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kuujjuaq?

Kuujjuaq has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 83 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 Kuujjuaq?

The median home value in Kuujjuaq is $230,186. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 6.6%.

How are the schools in Kuujjuaq?

8.5% of adults in Kuujjuaq hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.1% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Kuujjuaq?

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

What are the demographics of Kuujjuaq?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kuujjuaq is 97.8% White. 10.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 15% speak Spanish.

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