Tasiilaq, 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

Population1,985

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 Temp28°F (-2°C)

Rain38.5 in/yr

Sunny Days266/yr

Education

Bachelor's+28.0%

High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Population	1,985
Coordinates	65.6145°, -37.6368°
Timezone	America/Nuuk
Country	🇬🇱 Greenland
State / Province	Sermersooq
Average Temperature	28°F (-2°C)
January Average	17°F (-8°C)
July Average	44°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation	38.5 inches (977 mm)
Annual Snowfall	28.6 inches (73 cm)
Median Household Income	$58,499
Median Age	35.3 years

Is Tasiilaq a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tasiilaq 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

Tasiilaq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 28.6 inches of snow.

Tasiilaq has a population of 1,985. 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

1,985

Total Population

35.3yrs

Median Age

9% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%

Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Tasiilaq vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Tasiilaq vs U.S. Average

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

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	27.0%
	16% below US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Tasiilaq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July. The area gets 266 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 38.5 inches. The area receives 28.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 44°F Jul (7°C)

Annual Average	27.7°F
	49% below US avg
January Average	17°F (-8°C)
July Average	44°F (7°C)
Sunny Days	266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.5 inches
	1% above US avg
Snowfall	28.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Coordinates	65.6145°N, 37.6368°W
Timezone	America/Nuuk

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	17°F (-8°C)	4.7 in	Wettest
February	16°F (-9°C)	4.0 in
March	16°F (-9°C)	3.5 in	Coldest
April	22°F (-5°C)	2.7 in
May	31°F (-0°C)	2.8 in
June	39°F (4°C)	1.8 in
July	44°F (7°C)	1.7 in	Warmest, Driest
August	43°F (6°C)	3.0 in
September	36°F (2°C)	3.4 in
October	28°F (-2°C)	3.2 in
November	23°F (-5°C)	3.7 in
December	19°F (-7°C)	4.1 in

Tasiilaq has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 16°F in March to 44°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (1.7").

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 Tasiilaq

What is the population of Tasiilaq?

Tasiilaq has a population of 1,985 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 Tasiilaq expensive to live in?

Tasiilaq 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 Tasiilaq?

Tasiilaq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches, with 28.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Tasiilaq?

How much does housing cost in Tasiilaq?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $700.

How are the schools in Tasiilaq?

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

How healthy is Tasiilaq?

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