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Akim Oda, Ghana

Eastern · 🇬🇭 Ghana

Akim Oda is a mid-size city in Eastern, Ghana with a population of 60,604. Elevation: 433 ft (132 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
60,604 Population
433 ft Elevation 132 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
61.4 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

Population60,604
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI94 (Moderate)
Rain61.4 in/yr
Sunny Days225/yr
Elevation433 ft (132 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.9%
Population60,604
Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Coordinates5.9267°, -0.9858°
TimezoneAfrica/Accra
Country🇬🇭 Ghana
State / ProvinceEastern
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation61.4 inches (1,559 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.4 years

Is Akim Oda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Akim Oda receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Akim Oda 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

Akim Oda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 61.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 94.

Akim Oda has a population of 60,604. 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

60,604
Total Population
21.4yrs
Median Age
45% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Akim Oda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Akim Oda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Akim Oda 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: Akim Oda 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 Akim Oda, 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: Akim Oda 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

Akim Oda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 225 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.4 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 433 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.3°F
47% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days225 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.4 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median94.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %54.1%

Geography

Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Coordinates5.9267°N, 0.9858°W
TimezoneAfrica/Accra
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

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