Sambaa K’e, NT — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $102,648

37% higher than US avg

Home Value $120,000

57% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Median Rent $847

27% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 26.2%

18% lower than US avg

Unemployment 28.6%

694% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 11.1%

10% lower than US avg

How Sambaa K’e Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population97

Median Age52.4 yrs

Density2/mi²

Male / Female50% / 45%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+

Median Income$102,648

Per Capita$53,126

Unemployment28.6%

Poverty11.1%

Commute8 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$120,000

Rent$847

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units50

Health

Obesity26.2%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking8.9%

Depression4.1%

Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp28°F (-2°C)

AQI27 (Good)

Rain17.3 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation1,654 ft (504 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+17.7%

Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute8 min

Broadband94.0%

Is Sambaa K’e a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sambaa K’e 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, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Sambaa K’e offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sambaa K’e is $102,648, which is significantly higher than the national average — 37% above $75,149. This places Sambaa K’e among higher-income communities. At 28.6%, unemployment is notably high. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sambaa K’e is $120,000, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $847 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sambaa K’e has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F. Winters average -5°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.3 inches, including 6.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Sambaa K’e has a population of 97 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 45.6 square miles. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 26.3% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

52.4yrs

Median Age

35% above US avg

45.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%

Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Sambaa K’e vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	26.3%
	66% below US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Other Languages	73.7%

Social Characteristics

Sambaa K’e vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sambaa K’e 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 unemployment rate is 28.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sambaa K’e vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$102,648
	37% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$53,126

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	28.6%
	694% above US avg
Poverty Rate	11.1%
	10% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	8.0 min
Drive Alone	60.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sambaa K’e is $120,000, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $847 (27% below the national average of $1,163). There are 50 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$120,000
	57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$847
	27% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	70.0%
Renter-Occupied	30.0%
Housing Units	50

Property Tax

In Sambaa K’e, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Sambaa K’e vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.2%
	18% below US avg
Diabetes	5.5%
Heart Disease	9.5%
High Blood Pressure	22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	8.9%
	36% below US avg
Binge Drinking	10.0%
Physical Inactivity	76.3%
Depression	4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.0%

Food & Exercise

Sambaa K’e has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winters average -5°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 64°F. The area gets 305 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 17.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,654 feet.

Temperature

-5°F Jan (-20°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)

Annual Average	28.3°F
	48% below US avg
January Average	-5°F (-20°C)
July Average	59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	17.3 inches
	55% below US avg
Snowfall	6.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	27.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	89.5%

Geography

Elevation	1,654 ft (504 m)
Area	45.6 sq mi (118.0 km²)
Population Density	2/sq mi
Coordinates	60.4287°N, 121.2499°W
Timezone	America/Yellowknife

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	-5°F (-20°C)	0.8 in	Coldest
February	4°F (-16°C)	0.8 in	Driest
March	9°F (-13°C)	0.8 in
April	30°F (-1°C)	0.8 in
May	44°F (6°C)	1.7 in
June	55°F (13°C)	2.6 in
July	59°F (15°C)	3.2 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	56°F (13°C)	2.5 in
September	46°F (8°C)	1.3 in
October	32°F (-0°C)	1.1 in
November	10°F (-12°C)	0.9 in
December	-0°F (-18°C)	0.8 in

Sambaa K’e has a seasonal temperature swing of 64°F — from -5°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (0.8").

0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% 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). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 60% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	17.7%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%

D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	2/sq mi
Total Area	45.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	8.0 min
Drive Alone	60.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Sambaa K’e

What is the population of Sambaa K’e?

Sambaa K’e has a population of 97 residents and is located in Northwest Territories. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 45.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45% female and 50% male.

Is Sambaa K’e expensive to live in?

Sambaa K’e is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $102,648, 37% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $120,000 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $847 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Sambaa K’e?

Sambaa K’e has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winter temperatures average -5°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.3 inches, with 6.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Sambaa K’e?

The job market in Sambaa K’e faces challenges, with unemployment at 28.6% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 8 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sambaa K’e?

The median home value in Sambaa K’e is $120,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $847.

How are the schools in Sambaa K’e?

0.0% of adults in Sambaa K’e 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.

How healthy is Sambaa K’e?

The obesity rate in Sambaa K’e is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Sambaa K’e?

The average commute in Sambaa K’e is 8 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 60% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sambaa K’e?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sambaa K’e is 100% White. 26.3% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Fort Simpson, NT 1,100 pop · 99.1 mi

Compare Sambaa K’e with another city: