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Sachs Harbour, NT

Northwest Territories

Sachs Harbour is a small town in Northwest Territories with a population of 104. Residents earn $102,648 per year, which is 37% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
104 Population 1/sq mi density
$102,648 Median Income $53,126 per capita
$220,095 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 27.2% income on rent
9°F Avg Temperature 327 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$102,648 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$220,095 home value, $750/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $102,648
37% higher than US avg
Home Value $220,095
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population104
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female43% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$102,648
Per Capita$53,126
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty11.1%
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,095
Rent$750
Ownership25.0%
Housing Units40
Rent Burden27.2%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp9°F (-13°C)
Rain5.0 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+17.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute10 min

Is Sachs Harbour a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sachs Harbour receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Sachs Harbour offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sachs Harbour is $102,648, which is significantly higher than the national average / 37% above $75,149. This places Sachs Harbour among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sachs Harbour is $220,095, 22% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sachs Harbour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 9°F. Winters average -20°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July. With 327 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 5.0 inches.

Sachs Harbour has a population of 104 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 105.1 square miles. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.4% female and 42.9% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 66.7% of residents.

Population

104
Total Population
2021 Census
1
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
105.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sachs Harbour vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 66.7%
15% below US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 33.3%

Social Characteristics

Sachs Harbour vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sachs Harbour is $102,648, which is 37% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,126 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,022, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 3 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 20.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sachs Harbour vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,648
37% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,126
Avg Weekly Wage$1,022

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)3

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.0 min
Drive Alone40.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sachs Harbour is $220,095, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below the national average of $1,163). 25.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 40 total housing units in the city. 27.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,095
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden27.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership25.0%
Owner-Occupied25.0%
Renter-Occupied62.5%
Housing Units40

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Sachs Harbour receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Sachs Harbour vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Sachs Harbour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 9°F (-13°C). Winters average -20°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 65°F. 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 5.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually.

Temperature

-20°F Jan (-29°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average8.7°F
84% below US avg
January Average-20°F (-29°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Geography

Area105.1 sq mi (272.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates71.9850°N, 125.2467°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 5.0"
87% below US avg
Snowfall 3.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 1.06"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 15, 2017.

Jul 15, 2017 Beaufort Sea M4.2 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -20°F (-29°C) 0.2 in Driest
February -21°F (-29°C) 0.2 in Coldest
March -17°F (-27°C) 0.2 in
April -2°F (-19°C) 0.2 in
May 19°F (-7°C) 0.3 in
June 37°F (3°C) 0.4 in
July 45°F (7°C) 0.7 in Warmest
August 41°F (5°C) 1.1 in Wettest
September 31°F (-0°C) 0.8 in
October 14°F (-10°C) 0.7 in
November -6°F (-21°C) 0.3 in
December -16°F (-27°C) 0.2 in

Sachs Harbour has a seasonal temperature swing of 66°F / from -21°F in February to 45°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.1") and January the driest (0.2").

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11.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 65% below the national average of 33.7%. 17.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 40% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+17.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area105.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.0 min
Drive Alone40.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Radio Stations near Sachs Harbour

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Clinics in Sachs Harbour

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nursing Station

Airports Near Sachs Harbour

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) AirportYSYSmall Airport

Post Offices in Sachs Harbour

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Sachs Harbour

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sachs Harbour

What is the population of Sachs Harbour?

Sachs Harbour has a population of 104 residents and is located in Northwest Territories. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 105.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years. The population is 52.4% female and 42.9% male.

Is Sachs Harbour expensive to live in?

The median household income is $102,648, 37% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $220,095 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sachs Harbour safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Sachs Harbour receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Sachs Harbour?

Sachs Harbour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 9°F (-13°C). Winter temperatures average -20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.0 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sachs Harbour?

The unemployment rate in Sachs Harbour is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,022. There are 3 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 10 minutes, and 20.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sachs Harbour?

The median home value in Sachs Harbour is $220,095. For renters, the median monthly rent is $750. The homeownership rate is 25.0%.

How are the schools in Sachs Harbour?

11.8% of adults in Sachs Harbour hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Sachs Harbour?

The average commute in Sachs Harbour is 10 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 40% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sachs Harbour?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sachs Harbour is 100% White. 66.7% of residents speak only English at home.

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