Qaanaaq, Greenland — City Data & Statistics

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

Population646

Median Age35.3 yrs

Density0/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 Temp10°F (-12°C)

Rain5.2 in/yr

Sunny Days327/yr

Education

Bachelor's+28.0%

High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Population	646
Population Density	0 / sq mi
Coordinates	77.4667°, -69.2316°
Timezone	America/Thule
Country	🇬🇱 Greenland
State / Province	Avannaata
Average Temperature	10°F (-12°C)
January Average	-10°F (-23°C)
July Average	37°F (3°C)
Annual Precipitation	5.2 inches (132 mm)
Annual Snowfall	4.3 inches (11 cm)
Median Household Income	$58,499
Median Age	35.3 years

Is Qaanaaq a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Qaanaaq 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

Qaanaaq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 10°F. Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 37°F in July. With 327 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 5.2 inches.

Qaanaaq has a population of 646 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 87,066.0 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

646

Total Population

People / sq mi

35.3yrs

Median Age

9% below US avg

87,066.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%

Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Qaanaaq vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Qaanaaq vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Qaanaaq 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: Qaanaaq vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$58,499
	22% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$58,499

Employment & Poverty


Poverty Rate	5.0%
	60% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	70.00 (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-Occupied	55.0%
Renter-Occupied	45.0%

Property Tax

In Qaanaaq, 27.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	27.0%
	16% below US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Qaanaaq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 10°F (-12°C). Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 37°F in July. The area gets 327 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 5.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.3 inches of snow annually.

Temperature

-10°F Jan (-23°C) 37°F Jul (3°C)

Annual Average	9.9°F
	82% below US avg
January Average	-10°F (-23°C)
July Average	37°F (3°C)
Sunny Days	327 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	5.2 inches
	86% below US avg
Snowfall	4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Area	87,066.0 sq mi (225,500.9 km²)
Population Density	0/sq mi
Coordinates	77.4667°N, 69.2316°W
Timezone	America/Thule

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	-10°F (-23°C)	0.2 in
February	-14°F (-25°C)	0.3 in	Coldest
March	-13°F (-25°C)	0.2 in	Driest
April	-1°F (-18°C)	0.3 in
May	18°F (-8°C)	0.3 in
June	32°F (-0°C)	0.3 in
July	37°F (3°C)	0.9 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	35°F (2°C)	0.9 in
September	24°F (-4°C)	0.7 in
October	12°F (-11°C)	0.5 in
November	2°F (-17°C)	0.4 in
December	-3°F (-20°C)	0.3 in

Qaanaaq has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from -14°F in February to 37°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (0.9") 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 Density	0/sq mi
Total Area	87,066.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Qaanaaq

What is the population of Qaanaaq?

Qaanaaq has a population of 646 residents and is located in Greenland. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 87,066.0 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 Qaanaaq expensive to live in?

Qaanaaq 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 Qaanaaq?

Qaanaaq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 10°F (-12°C). Winter temperatures average -10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.2 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Qaanaaq?

How much does housing cost in Qaanaaq?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $700.

How are the schools in Qaanaaq?

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

How healthy is Qaanaaq?

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