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Agogo, Ghana

Ashanti · 🇬🇭 Ghana

Agogo is a mid-size city in Ashanti, Ghana with a population of 46,089. Elevation: 1,371 ft (418 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
46,089 Population
1,371 ft Elevation 418 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
52.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Accra Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.9%
60% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 39.0%
215% higher than US avg

People

Population46,089
Median Age21.4 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,384
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty39.0%

Health

Obesity12.9%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking2.0%
Depression3.4%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI94 (Moderate)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation1,371 ft (418 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.9%
Population46,089
Elevation1,371 ft (418 m)
Coordinates6.8000°, -1.0819°
TimezoneAfrica/Accra
Country🇬🇭 Ghana
State / ProvinceAshanti
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation52.1 inches (1,323 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.4 years

Is Agogo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Agogo receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Agogo has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 3.0%. The poverty rate of 39.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Agogo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 94.

Agogo has a population of 46,089. The median age is 21.4 years, 45% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 8.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 56.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

46,089
Total Population
21.4yrs
Median Age
45% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Agogo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Agogo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Agogo is N/A. Per capita income is $2,384 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 39.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 29.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Agogo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,384

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate39.0%
215% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Agogo, 12.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.9% have high blood pressure. 2.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.4% report binge drinking. 87.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.9%
60% below US avg
Diabetes6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking2.0%
86% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.4%
Physical Inactivity87.5%
Depression3.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate56.0%

Food & Exercise

Agogo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 94 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 54% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,371 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average76.9°F
42% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median94.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %54.1%

Geography

Elevation1,371 ft (418 m)
Coordinates6.8000°N, 1.0819°W
TimezoneAfrica/Accra

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.5 in Driest
February 79°F (26°C) 2.1 in
March 79°F (26°C) 4.7 in Warmest
April 79°F (26°C) 5.3 in
May 78°F (26°C) 6.1 in
June 76°F (24°C) 7.8 in Wettest
July 74°F (23°C) 5.4 in
August 74°F (23°C) 3.6 in Coldest
September 75°F (24°C) 6.9 in
October 76°F (25°C) 6.3 in
November 78°F (25°C) 2.3 in
December 77°F (25°C) 1.1 in

Agogo has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 74°F in August to 79°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 52.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.8") and January the driest (0.5").

22.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 69.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Agogo

What is the population of Agogo?

Agogo has a population of 46,089 residents and is located in Ghana.. The median age of residents is 21.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Agogo expensive to live in?

Agogo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 29.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Agogo?

Agogo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 94.

How is the job market in Agogo?

The job market in Agogo is very strong, with unemployment at just 3.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Agogo?

22.1% of adults in Agogo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Agogo?

The obesity rate in Agogo is 12.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 2.0% of adults are smokers. 87.5% are physically inactive. 3.4% of residents report depression.

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