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Whatì, NT

Northwest Territories

Whatì is a small town in Northwest Territories with a population of 543. Residents earn $109,000 per year, which is 45% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
543 Population 24/sq mi density
$109,000 Median Income $44,600 per capita
$220,000 Home Value
$990 Median Rent 10.3% income on rent
23°F Avg Temperature 316 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$109,000 median income, 26.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$220,000 home value, $990/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $109,000
45% higher than US avg
Home Value $220,000
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $990
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 26.2%
628% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population543
Median Age29.6 yrs
Density24/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$109,000
Per Capita$44,600
Unemployment26.2%
Poverty15.2%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,000
Rent$990
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units145
Rent Burden10.3%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp23°F (-5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain11.1 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation889 ft (271 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+16.9%
Graduate+2.6%

Community

Commute20 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Whatì a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whatì receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Whatì offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whatì is $109,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 45% above $75,149. This places Whatì among higher-income communities. At 26.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whatì is $220,000, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $990 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Whatì has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F. Winters average -14°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.1 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Whatì has a population of 543 with a density of 24 people per square mile, spread across 22.5 square miles. The median age is 29.6 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.6% female and 51.4% male. The city is predominantly White (99.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 39.5% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

543
Total Population
24
People / sq mi
29.6yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
22.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Whatì vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only39.5%
50% below US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages60.6%

Social Characteristics

Whatì vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whatì is $109,000, which is 45% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,600 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 26.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% 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 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Whatì vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$109,000
45% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment26.2%
628% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone36.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Whatì is $220,000, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $990 (15% below the national average of $1,163). There are 145 total housing units in the city. 10.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,000
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$990
15% below US avg
Rent Burden10.3%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied51.7%
Renter-Occupied48.3%
Housing Units145

Property Tax

In Whatì, 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: Whatì 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

Whatì has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winters average -14°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 75°F. The area gets 316 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 11.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.1 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 889 feet.

Temperature

-14°F Jan (-25°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average23.4°F
57% below US avg
January Average-14°F (-25°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.1 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall5.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation889 ft (271 m)
Area22.5 sq mi (58.3 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates63.1446°N, 117.2713°W
TimezoneAmerica/Yellowknife

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -14°F (-25°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February -8°F (-22°C) 0.5 in
March -0°F (-18°C) 0.6 in
April 22°F (-6°C) 0.4 in Driest
May 40°F (5°C) 0.6 in
June 56°F (13°C) 1.0 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in Warmest
August 55°F (13°C) 1.7 in Wettest
September 43°F (6°C) 1.2 in
October 27°F (-3°C) 1.1 in
November 6°F (-14°C) 0.9 in
December -9°F (-23°C) 0.8 in

Whatì has a seasonal temperature swing of 75°F — from -14°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.7") and April the driest (0.4").

0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 16.9% have completed high school. 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 36.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+16.9%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density24/sq mi
Total Area22.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone36.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Whatì

What is the population of Whatì?

Whatì has a population of 543 residents and is located in Northwest Territories. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 22.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.6% female and 51.4% male.

Is Whatì expensive to live in?

Whatì 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 $109,000, 45% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $220,000 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $990 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Whatì?

Whatì has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winter temperatures average -14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.1 inches, with 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Whatì?

The job market in Whatì faces challenges, with unemployment at 26.2% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 6.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Whatì?

The median home value in Whatì is $220,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $990.

How are the schools in Whatì?

0.0% of adults in Whatì hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.9% have completed high school. 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Whatì?

The obesity rate in Whatì 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 Whatì?

The average commute in Whatì is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 36.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Whatì?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Whatì is 99.1% White. 39.5% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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