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Nuuk, Greenland

Sermersooq · 🇬🇱 Greenland

Nuuk is a small city in Sermersooq, Greenland with a population of 14,798. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 29°F (-2°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
14,798 Population 56/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
29°F Avg Temperature -2°C
25.1 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

Population14,798
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density56/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 Temp29°F (-2°C)
Rain25.1 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Population14,798
Population Density56 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates64.1835°, -51.7216°
TimezoneAmerica/Nuuk
Country🇬🇱 Greenland
State / ProvinceSermersooq
Average Temperature29°F (-2°C)
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation25.1 inches (637 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.5 inches (37 cm)
Median Household Income$58,499
Median Age35.3 years

Is Nuuk a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nuuk 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

Nuuk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.1 inches, including 14.5 inches of snow.

Nuuk has a population of 14,798 with a density of 56 people per square mile, spread across 265.0 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

14,798
Total Population
56
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
265.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Nuuk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nuuk vs U.S. Average

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

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.0%
16% below US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Nuuk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 14.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average29.0°F
46% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.1 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall14.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area265.0 sq mi (686.3 km²)
Population Density56/sq mi
Coordinates64.1835°N, 51.7216°W
TimezoneAmerica/Nuuk

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 1.8 in
February 13°F (-11°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 14°F (-10°C) 1.5 in
April 24°F (-5°C) 1.5 in
May 33°F (1°C) 1.9 in
June 44°F (6°C) 2.1 in
July 49°F (9°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 47°F (8°C) 3.1 in Wettest
September 39°F (4°C) 3.0 in
October 31°F (-1°C) 2.3 in
November 23°F (-5°C) 2.2 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 1.7 in

Nuuk has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 13°F in February to 49°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (1.5").

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 Density56/sq mi
Total Area265.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Nuuk

What is the population of Nuuk?

Nuuk has a population of 14,798 residents and is located in Greenland. The population density is 56 people per square mile, spread across 265.0 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 Nuuk expensive to live in?

Nuuk 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 Nuuk?

Nuuk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.1 inches, with 14.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Nuuk?

How much does housing cost in Nuuk?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $700.

How are the schools in Nuuk?

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

How healthy is Nuuk?

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

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