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Qeqertarsuaq, Greenland

Sermersooq · 🇬🇱 Greenland

Qeqertarsuaq is a small town in Sermersooq, Greenland with a population of 986. Average temperature: 33°F (0°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
986 Population
33°F Avg Temperature 0°C
38.1 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

Population986
Median Age35.3 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp33°F (0°C)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Population986
Coordinates62.1167°, -49.7833°
TimezoneAmerica/Nuuk
Country🇬🇱 Greenland
State / ProvinceSermersooq
Average Temperature33°F (0°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation38.1 inches (968 mm)
Annual Snowfall21.2 inches (54 cm)
Median Household Income$58,499
Median Age35.3 years

Is Qeqertarsuaq a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Qeqertarsuaq 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

Qeqertarsuaq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 21.2 inches of snow.

Qeqertarsuaq has a population of 986. 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

986
Total Population
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Qeqertarsuaq vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Qeqertarsuaq vs U.S. Average

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

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.0%
16% below US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Qeqertarsuaq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (0°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July. The area gets 267 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 38.1 inches. The area receives 21.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average32.6°F
40% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall21.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Coordinates62.1167°N, 49.7833°W
TimezoneAmerica/Nuuk

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 2.9 in
March 22°F (-5°C) 2.8 in
April 30°F (-1°C) 2.4 in Driest
May 37°F (3°C) 2.5 in
June 42°F (5°C) 3.0 in
July 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in Wettest
September 41°F (5°C) 3.6 in
October 35°F (1°C) 3.2 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.5 in
December 24°F (-5°C) 3.6 in

Qeqertarsuaq has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 21°F in January to 46°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.1") and April the driest (2.4").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Qeqertarsuaq

What is the population of Qeqertarsuaq?

Qeqertarsuaq has a population of 986 residents and is located in Greenland.. 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 Qeqertarsuaq expensive to live in?

Qeqertarsuaq 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 Qeqertarsuaq?

Qeqertarsuaq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (0°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.1 inches, with 21.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Qeqertarsuaq?

How much does housing cost in Qeqertarsuaq?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $700.

How are the schools in Qeqertarsuaq?

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

How healthy is Qeqertarsuaq?

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

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