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Naujaat, NU

Nunavut

Naujaat is a small town in Nunavut with a population of 1,225. Residents earn $101,000 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,225 Population 8/sq mi density
$101,000 Median Income $40,200 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$182 Median Rent 6.7% income on rent
10°F Avg Temperature 315 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$101,000 median income, 29.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $182/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,000
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.1%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $182
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 29.2%
711% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,225
Median Age18.4 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$101,000
Per Capita$40,200
Unemployment29.2%
Poverty15.7%
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$182
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units225
Rent Burden6.7%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp10°F (-12°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain11.7 in/yr
Sunny Days315/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.1%
High School+19.2%
Graduate+1.4%

Community

Commute11 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Naujaat a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Naujaat receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Naujaat offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Naujaat is $101,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Naujaat among higher-income communities. At 29.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Naujaat is $250,000, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $182 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Naujaat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 10°F. Winters average -24°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. With 315 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.7 inches, including 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Naujaat has a population of 1,225 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 156.8 square miles. The median age is 18.4 years, 53% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.6% female and 51.8% male. The city is predominantly White (99.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 5.3% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,225
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
18.4yrs
Median Age
53% below US avg
156.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Naujaat vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only5.3%
93% below US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages94.7%

Social Characteristics

Naujaat vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Naujaat is $101,000, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,200. The unemployment rate is 29.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Naujaat vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,000
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment29.2%
711% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.8 min
Drive Alone10.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Naujaat is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $182 (84% below the national average of $1,163). There are 225 total housing units in the city. 6.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$182
84% below US avg
Rent Burden6.7%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied11.1%
Renter-Occupied88.9%
Housing Units225

Property Tax

In Naujaat, 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: Naujaat 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

Naujaat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 10°F (-12°C). Winters average -24°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 72°F. The area gets 315 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 11.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.6 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. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet.

Temperature

-24°F Jan (-31°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average10.1°F
81% below US avg
January Average-24°F (-31°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days315 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.7 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall7.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area156.8 sq mi (406.2 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates66.5267°N, 86.2320°W
TimezoneAmerica/Iqaluit

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -24°F (-31°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February -23°F (-31°C) 0.6 in Driest
March -16°F (-27°C) 0.6 in
April 1°F (-17°C) 0.6 in
May 19°F (-7°C) 0.7 in
June 36°F (2°C) 1.2 in
July 48°F (9°C) 1.1 in Warmest
August 45°F (7°C) 1.8 in Wettest
September 34°F (1°C) 1.4 in
October 18°F (-8°C) 1.1 in
November -2°F (-19°C) 1.1 in
December -14°F (-26°C) 0.8 in

Naujaat has a seasonal temperature swing of 72°F — from -24°F in January to 48°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.8") and February the driest (0.6").

2.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 94% below the national average of 33.7%. 19.2% have completed high school. 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 10.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.1%
94% below US avg
High School+19.2%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area156.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.8 min
Drive Alone10.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Naujaat

What is the population of Naujaat?

Naujaat has a population of 1,225 residents and is located in Nunavut. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 156.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 18.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.6% female and 51.8% male.

Is Naujaat expensive to live in?

Naujaat 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 $101,000, 34% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $182 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Naujaat?

Naujaat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 10°F (-12°C). Winter temperatures average -24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.7 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Naujaat?

The job market in Naujaat faces challenges, with unemployment at 29.2% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 11 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Naujaat?

The median home value in Naujaat is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $182.

How are the schools in Naujaat?

2.1% of adults in Naujaat hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.2% have completed high school. 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Naujaat?

The obesity rate in Naujaat 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 Naujaat?

The average commute in Naujaat is 11 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 10.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Naujaat?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Naujaat is 99.2% White, 0.8% Black or African American. 5.3% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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