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Effiduase, Ghana

Ashanti · 🇬🇭 Ghana

Effiduase is a mid-size city in Ashanti, Ghana with a population of 30,486. Elevation: 1,076 ft (328 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
30,486 Population
1,076 ft Elevation 328 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
50.7 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

Population30,486
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 Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI94 (Moderate)
Rain50.7 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation1,076 ft (328 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.9%
Population30,486
Elevation1,076 ft (328 m)
Coordinates6.8468°, -1.3961°
TimezoneAfrica/Accra
Country🇬🇭 Ghana
State / ProvinceAshanti
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation50.7 inches (1,287 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.4 years

Is Effiduase a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Effiduase 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. Effiduase 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

Effiduase has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 94.

Effiduase has a population of 30,486. 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

30,486
Total Population
21.4yrs
Median Age
45% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Effiduase vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Effiduase vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Effiduase 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: Effiduase 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 Effiduase, 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: Effiduase 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

Effiduase has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 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 1,076 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average75.7°F
40% above US avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.7 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median94.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %54.1%

Geography

Elevation1,076 ft (328 m)
Coordinates6.8468°N, 1.3961°W
TimezoneAfrica/Accra

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 0.4 in Driest
February 78°F (26°C) 2.0 in
March 78°F (26°C) 4.5 in Warmest
April 78°F (26°C) 5.2 in
May 77°F (25°C) 6.3 in
June 75°F (24°C) 7.8 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in
August 72°F (22°C) 3.3 in Coldest
September 74°F (23°C) 6.7 in
October 75°F (24°C) 6.4 in
November 76°F (25°C) 2.2 in
December 76°F (24°C) 0.9 in

Effiduase has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 72°F in August to 78°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 50.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.8") and January the driest (0.4").

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 Effiduase

What is the population of Effiduase?

Effiduase has a population of 30,486 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 Effiduase expensive to live in?

Effiduase 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 Effiduase?

Effiduase has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 94.

How is the job market in Effiduase?

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

How are the schools in Effiduase?

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

How healthy is Effiduase?

The obesity rate in Effiduase 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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