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Maniitsoq, Greenland

Qeqqata · 🇬🇱 Greenland

Maniitsoq is a small town in Qeqqata, Greenland with a population of 2,534. Average temperature: 27°F (-3°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
2,534 Population 770/sq mi density
27°F Avg Temperature -3°C
23.1 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

Population2,534
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density770/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 Temp27°F (-3°C)
Rain23.1 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Population2,534
Population Density770 / sq mi
Coordinates65.4151°, -52.8982°
TimezoneAmerica/Nuuk
Country🇬🇱 Greenland
State / ProvinceQeqqata
Average Temperature27°F (-3°C)
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation23.1 inches (586 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.6 inches (32 cm)
Median Household Income$58,499
Median Age35.3 years

Is Maniitsoq a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maniitsoq 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

Maniitsoq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 27°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.1 inches, including 12.6 inches of snow.

Maniitsoq has a population of 2,534 with a density of 770 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 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

2,534
Total Population
770
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Maniitsoq vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Maniitsoq vs U.S. Average

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

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.0%
16% below US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Maniitsoq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 27°F (-3°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. The area gets 294 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 23.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.6 inches of snow annually.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average27.4°F
49% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.1 inches
39% below US avg
Snowfall12.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density770/sq mi
Coordinates65.4151°N, 52.8982°W
TimezoneAmerica/Nuuk

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-12°C) 1.3 in
February 9°F (-13°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 11°F (-12°C) 1.5 in
April 22°F (-6°C) 1.5 in
May 33°F (0°C) 1.4 in
June 42°F (6°C) 1.9 in
July 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 46°F (8°C) 3.0 in Wettest
September 39°F (4°C) 2.9 in
October 30°F (-1°C) 2.2 in
November 22°F (-5°C) 2.1 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 1.5 in

Maniitsoq has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 9°F in February to 48°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.3").

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 Density770/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Maniitsoq

What is the population of Maniitsoq?

Maniitsoq has a population of 2,534 residents and is located in Greenland. The population density is 770 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 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 Maniitsoq expensive to live in?

Maniitsoq 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 Maniitsoq?

Maniitsoq 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 48°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.1 inches, with 12.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Maniitsoq?

How much does housing cost in Maniitsoq?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $700.

How are the schools in Maniitsoq?

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

How healthy is Maniitsoq?

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

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