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Uummannaq, Greenland

Avannaata · 🇬🇱 Greenland

Uummannaq is a small town in Avannaata, Greenland with a population of 1,407. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 24°F (-5°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,407 Population 354/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
24°F Avg Temperature -5°C
7.7 in Annual Rain
America / Nuuk Timezone
$58,499 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$58,499 median income
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$700/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population1,407
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density354/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 Temp24°F (-5°C)
Rain7.7 in/yr
Sunny Days322/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Population1,407
Population Density354 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates70.6744°, -52.1255°
TimezoneAmerica/Nuuk
Country🇬🇱 Greenland
State / ProvinceAvannaata
Average Temperature24°F (-5°C)
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation7.7 inches (196 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.9 inches (15 cm)
Median Household Income$58,499
Median Age35.3 years

Is Uummannaq a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Uummannaq 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

Uummannaq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 24°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July. With 322 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 7.7 inches, including 5.9 inches of snow.

Uummannaq has a population of 1,407 with a density of 354 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 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

1,407
Total Population
354
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Uummannaq vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Uummannaq vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Uummannaq 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: Uummannaq vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,499
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$58,499

Employment & Poverty

Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living70.00 (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-Occupied55.0%
Renter-Occupied45.0%

Property Tax

In Uummannaq, 27.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.0%
16% below US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Uummannaq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 24°F (-5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July. The area gets 322 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 7.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average23.6°F
56% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days322 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.7 inches
80% below US avg
Snowfall5.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²)
Population Density354/sq mi
Coordinates70.6744°N, 52.1255°W
TimezoneAmerica/Nuuk

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 0.7 in
February 6°F (-15°C) 0.5 in
March 2°F (-17°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
April 13°F (-11°C) 0.4 in
May 29°F (-2°C) 0.4 in
June 38°F (4°C) 0.5 in
July 43°F (6°C) 0.8 in Warmest
August 42°F (6°C) 0.6 in
September 35°F (2°C) 0.9 in
October 27°F (-3°C) 0.6 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 1.1 in Wettest
December 17°F (-9°C) 0.9 in

Uummannaq has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 2°F in March to 43°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 7.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (1.1") and March the driest (0.4").

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 Density354/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Uummannaq

What is the population of Uummannaq?

Uummannaq has a population of 1,407 residents and is located in Greenland. The population density is 354 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 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 Uummannaq expensive to live in?

Uummannaq 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 Uummannaq?

Uummannaq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 24°F (-5°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.7 inches, with 5.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Uummannaq?

How much does housing cost in Uummannaq?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $700.

How are the schools in Uummannaq?

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

How healthy is Uummannaq?

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

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