Upernavik, 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

Population1,129

Median Age35.3 yrs

Density693/mi²

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 Temp18°F (-8°C)

Rain9.9 in/yr

Sunny Days318/yr

Education

Bachelor's+28.0%

High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Population	1,129
Population Density	693 / sq mi
Coordinates	72.7836°, -56.1493°
Timezone	America/Nuuk
Country	🇬🇱 Greenland
State / Province	Avannaata
Average Temperature	18°F (-8°C)
January Average	-0°F (-18°C)
July Average	42°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation	9.9 inches (251 mm)
Annual Snowfall	7.6 inches (19 cm)
Median Household Income	$58,499
Median Age	35.3 years

Is Upernavik a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Upernavik 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

Upernavik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 18°F. Winters average -0°F in January while summers reach 42°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.9 inches, including 7.6 inches of snow.

Upernavik has a population of 1,129 with a density of 693 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. 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

1,129

Total Population

693

People / sq mi

35.3yrs

Median Age

9% below US avg

1.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%

Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Upernavik vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Upernavik vs U.S. Average

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

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	27.0%
	16% below US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Upernavik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 18°F (-8°C). Winters average -0°F in January while summers reach 42°F in July. The area gets 318 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 9.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.6 inches of snow annually.

Temperature

-0°F Jan (-18°C) 42°F Jul (6°C)

Annual Average	17.7°F
	67% below US avg
January Average	-0°F (-18°C)
July Average	42°F (6°C)
Sunny Days	318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	9.9 inches
	74% below US avg
Snowfall	7.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Area	1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density	693/sq mi
Coordinates	72.7836°N, 56.1493°W
Timezone	America/Nuuk

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	-0°F (-18°C)	0.5 in
February	-5°F (-21°C)	0.5 in
March	-6°F (-21°C)	0.3 in	Coldest, Driest
April	6°F (-14°C)	0.5 in
May	23°F (-5°C)	0.4 in
June	35°F (2°C)	0.7 in
July	42°F (6°C)	1.1 in	Warmest
August	40°F (5°C)	1.2 in
September	31°F (-0°C)	1.5 in	Wettest
October	23°F (-5°C)	1.2 in
November	15°F (-9°C)	1.3 in
December	8°F (-14°C)	0.9 in

Upernavik has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from -6°F in March to 42°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (1.5") and March the driest (0.3").

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

Population Density	693/sq mi
Total Area	1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Upernavik

What is the population of Upernavik?

Upernavik has a population of 1,129 residents and is located in Greenland. The population density is 693 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. 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 Upernavik expensive to live in?

Upernavik 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 Upernavik?

Upernavik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 18°F (-8°C). Winter temperatures average -0°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.9 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Upernavik?

How much does housing cost in Upernavik?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $700.

How are the schools in Upernavik?

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

How healthy is Upernavik?

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