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Qaqortoq, Greenland

Kujalleq · 🇬🇱 Greenland

Qaqortoq is a small town in Kujalleq, Greenland with a population of 3,224. Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
3,224 Population 440/sq mi density
34°F Avg Temperature 1°C
35.2 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

Population3,224
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density440/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 Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Population3,224
Population Density440 / sq mi
Coordinates60.7184°, -46.0356°
TimezoneAmerica/Nuuk
Country🇬🇱 Greenland
State / ProvinceKujalleq
Average Temperature34°F (1°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (894 mm)
Annual Snowfall19.1 inches (49 cm)
Median Household Income$58,499
Median Age35.3 years

Is Qaqortoq a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Qaqortoq 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

Qaqortoq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches, including 19.1 inches of snow.

Qaqortoq has a population of 3,224 with a density of 440 people per square mile, spread across 7.3 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

3,224
Total Population
440
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
7.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Qaqortoq vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Qaqortoq vs U.S. Average

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

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.0%
16% below US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Qaqortoq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July. The area gets 272 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 35.2 inches. The area receives 19.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average33.7°F
38% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall19.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Area7.3 sq mi (19.0 km²)
Population Density440/sq mi
Coordinates60.7184°N, 46.0356°W
TimezoneAmerica/Nuuk

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 2.6 in
April 33°F (1°C) 2.4 in
May 39°F (4°C) 2.3 in
June 44°F (7°C) 3.0 in
July 46°F (8°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in Wettest
September 42°F (5°C) 3.7 in
October 35°F (2°C) 3.5 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.2 in
December 24°F (-5°C) 2.7 in

Qaqortoq has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 21°F in January to 46°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.3").

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 Density440/sq mi
Total Area7.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Qaqortoq

What is the population of Qaqortoq?

Qaqortoq has a population of 3,224 residents and is located in Greenland. The population density is 440 people per square mile, spread across 7.3 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 Qaqortoq expensive to live in?

Qaqortoq 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 Qaqortoq?

Qaqortoq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 19.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Qaqortoq?

How much does housing cost in Qaqortoq?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $700.

How are the schools in Qaqortoq?

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

How healthy is Qaqortoq?

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

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