Sisimiut, 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

Population5,227

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 Temp23°F (-5°C)

Rain19.5 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Education

Bachelor's+28.0%

High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Population	5,227
Coordinates	66.9395°, -53.6735°
Timezone	America/Nuuk
Country	🇬🇱 Greenland
State / Province	Qeqqata
Average Temperature	23°F (-5°C)
January Average	5°F (-15°C)
July Average	45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation	19.5 inches (496 mm)
Annual Snowfall	10.6 inches (27 cm)
Median Household Income	$58,499
Median Age	35.3 years

Is Sisimiut a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sisimiut 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

Sisimiut has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.5 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow.

Sisimiut has a population of 5,227. 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

5,227

Total Population

35.3yrs

Median Age

9% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%

Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sisimiut vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Sisimiut vs U.S. Average

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

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	27.0%
	16% below US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Sisimiut has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July. The area gets 301 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 19.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.6 inches of snow annually.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)

Annual Average	23.2°F
	57% below US avg
January Average	5°F (-15°C)
July Average	45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	19.5 inches
	49% below US avg
Snowfall	10.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Coordinates	66.9395°N, 53.6735°W
Timezone	America/Nuuk

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	5°F (-15°C)	0.9 in	Driest
February	1°F (-17°C)	1.0 in	Coldest
March	4°F (-15°C)	1.1 in
April	17°F (-8°C)	1.3 in
May	30°F (-1°C)	1.1 in
June	40°F (4°C)	1.7 in
July	45°F (7°C)	2.2 in	Warmest
August	44°F (6°C)	2.6 in	Wettest
September	37°F (3°C)	2.5 in
October	27°F (-3°C)	2.1 in
November	19°F (-7°C)	1.9 in
December	12°F (-11°C)	1.2 in

Sisimiut has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 1°F in February to 45°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.6") and January the driest (0.9").

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 Sisimiut

What is the population of Sisimiut?

Sisimiut has a population of 5,227 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 Sisimiut expensive to live in?

Sisimiut 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 Sisimiut?

Sisimiut has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winter temperatures average 5°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.5 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sisimiut?

How much does housing cost in Sisimiut?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $700.

How are the schools in Sisimiut?

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

How healthy is Sisimiut?

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