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Taloyoak, NU

Nunavut

Taloyoak is a small town in Nunavut with a population of 934. Residents earn $93,000 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
934 Population 68/sq mi density
$93,000 Median Income $37,400 per capita
$250,550 Home Value
$110 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
6°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$93,000 median income, 11.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$250,550 home value, $110/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,000
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,550
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.5%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $110
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.6%
222% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.8%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population934
Median Age22.4 yrs
Density68/mi²
Male / Female49% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$93,000
Per Capita$37,400
Unemployment11.6%
Poverty16.8%
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,550
Rent$110
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units205
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp6°F (-15°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain7.2 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.5%
High School+13.2%
Graduate+1.8%

Community

Commute11 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Taloyoak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taloyoak receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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, an elevated poverty rate. Taloyoak offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Taloyoak is $93,000, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 11.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Taloyoak is $250,550, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $110 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 13.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Taloyoak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 6°F. Winters average -29°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 7.2 inches, including 5.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Taloyoak has a population of 934 with a density of 68 people per square mile, spread across 13.7 square miles. The median age is 22.4 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly White (99.5%), with 1.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 64.7% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

934
Total Population
68
People / sq mi
22.4yrs
Median Age
42% below US avg
13.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Taloyoak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only64.7%
18% below US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg
Other Languages34.8%

Social Characteristics

Taloyoak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taloyoak is $93,000, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,400. The unemployment rate is 11.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Taloyoak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,000
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.6%
222% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.8%
35% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.7 min
Drive Alone22.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Taloyoak is $250,550, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $110 (91% below the national average of $1,163). There are 205 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,550
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$110
91% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied7.3%
Renter-Occupied90.2%
Housing Units205

Property Tax

In Taloyoak, 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: Taloyoak vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Taloyoak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 6°F (-15°C). Winters average -29°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 76°F. The area gets 323 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 7.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.0 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 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

-29°F Jan (-34°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average5.6°F
90% below US avg
January Average-29°F (-34°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.2 inches
81% below US avg
Snowfall5.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area13.7 sq mi (35.4 km²)
Population Density68/sq mi
Coordinates69.5351°N, 93.5355°W
TimezoneAmerica/Iqaluit

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -29°F (-34°C) 0.3 in
February -30°F (-34°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
March -22°F (-30°C) 0.3 in
April -6°F (-21°C) 0.4 in
May 15°F (-9°C) 0.5 in
June 35°F (2°C) 0.6 in
July 47°F (8°C) 0.9 in Warmest
August 43°F (6°C) 1.2 in Wettest
September 31°F (-1°C) 1.0 in
October 13°F (-11°C) 0.8 in
November -9°F (-23°C) 0.5 in
December -21°F (-29°C) 0.4 in

Taloyoak has a seasonal temperature swing of 77°F — from -30°F in February to 47°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 7.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.2") and February the driest (0.2").

3.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 90% below the national average of 33.7%. 13.2% have completed high school. 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 22.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.5%
90% below US avg
High School+13.2%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density68/sq mi
Total Area13.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.7 min
Drive Alone22.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Taloyoak

What is the population of Taloyoak?

Taloyoak has a population of 934 residents and is located in Nunavut. The population density is 68 people per square mile, spread across 13.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 22.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.2% male.

Is Taloyoak expensive to live in?

Taloyoak 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 $93,000, 24% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,550 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $110 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Taloyoak?

Taloyoak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 6°F (-15°C). Winter temperatures average -29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.2 inches, with 5.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Taloyoak?

The job market in Taloyoak faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.6% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 11 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Taloyoak?

The median home value in Taloyoak is $250,550. For renters, the median monthly rent is $110.

How are the schools in Taloyoak?

3.5% of adults in Taloyoak hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 13.2% have completed high school. 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Taloyoak?

The obesity rate in Taloyoak 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 Taloyoak?

The average commute in Taloyoak is 11 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 22.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Taloyoak?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Taloyoak is 99.5% White, 1.1% Black or African American. 64.7% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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