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Behchokǫ̀

City in Northwest Territories, Canada

Overview

Behchokǫ̀, set by the northern edge of Great Slave Lake, is the largest Tłı̨chǫ community and offers a glimpse into authentic Dene culture. The town is surrounded by picturesque wilderness, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and cultural travelers.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Canada
Territory
Northwest Territories
Population
1,746
Time Zone
America/Toronto
Coordinates
62.80°, -116.05°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
62
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
82
Monthly Cost
$2,785
Local Cost
$1,920
Local Income
$2,300
Cashless
55
English
80
Temperature
-6.4°C
Summer Avg
15.1°C
Winter Avg
-28.1°C
Record High
32.6°C
Record Low
-54.3°C
Humidity
85%
Precipitation
400 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 48/100.

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