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Ashaiman, Ghana

Greater Accra · 🇬🇭 Ghana

Ashaiman is a large city in Greater Accra, Ghana with a population of 190,972. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
190,972 Population
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
38.4 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

Population190,972
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 Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI94 (Moderate)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.9%
Population190,972
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates5.6995°, -0.0348°
TimezoneAfrica/Accra
Country🇬🇭 Ghana
State / ProvinceGreater Accra
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation38.4 inches (974 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.4 years

Is Ashaiman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ashaiman 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. Ashaiman 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

Ashaiman has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 94.

Ashaiman has a population of 190,972. 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

190,972
Total Population
21.4yrs
Median Age
45% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ashaiman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ashaiman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ashaiman 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: Ashaiman 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 Ashaiman, 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: Ashaiman 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

Ashaiman has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 266 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 38.4 inches. 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 75 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average80.8°F
50% above US avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median94.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %54.1%

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates5.6995°N, 0.0348°W
TimezoneAfrica/Accra

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in Driest
February 83°F (29°C) 1.4 in
March 84°F (29°C) 3.2 in Warmest
April 83°F (28°C) 4.4 in
May 82°F (28°C) 6.1 in
June 80°F (27°C) 7.5 in Wettest
July 78°F (25°C) 2.8 in
August 77°F (25°C) 1.5 in Coldest
September 79°F (26°C) 3.2 in
October 80°F (27°C) 4.2 in
November 82°F (28°C) 2.5 in
December 82°F (28°C) 1.1 in

Ashaiman has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 77°F in August to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 38.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.5") and January the driest (0.6").

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 Ashaiman

What is the population of Ashaiman?

Ashaiman has a population of 190,972 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 Ashaiman expensive to live in?

Ashaiman 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 Ashaiman?

Ashaiman has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 94.

How is the job market in Ashaiman?

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

How are the schools in Ashaiman?

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

How healthy is Ashaiman?

The obesity rate in Ashaiman 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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