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Esim, Ghana

Western · 🇬🇭 Ghana

Esim is a mid-size city in Western, Ghana with a population of 35,487. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
35,487 Population
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
63.8 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

Population35,487
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 Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI94 (Moderate)
Rain63.8 in/yr
Sunny Days225/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.9%
Population35,487
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates4.8664°, -2.2418°
TimezoneAfrica/Accra
Country🇬🇭 Ghana
State / ProvinceWestern
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation63.8 inches (1,621 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.4 years

Is Esim a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Esim 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. Esim 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

Esim has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 94.

Esim has a population of 35,487. 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

35,487
Total Population
21.4yrs
Median Age
45% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Esim vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Esim vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Esim 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: Esim 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 Esim, 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: Esim 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

Esim has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 225 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 63.8 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 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.7°F
48% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days225 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.8 inches
68% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median94.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %54.1%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates4.8664°N, 2.2418°W
TimezoneAfrica/Accra

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 1.2 in Driest
February 82°F (28°C) 2.0 in Warmest
March 82°F (28°C) 4.1 in
April 82°F (28°C) 5.5 in
May 81°F (27°C) 10.9 in
June 79°F (26°C) 15.2 in Wettest
July 78°F (25°C) 5.2 in
August 76°F (25°C) 2.2 in Coldest
September 77°F (25°C) 3.5 in
October 79°F (26°C) 6.8 in
November 80°F (27°C) 4.9 in
December 81°F (27°C) 2.3 in

Esim has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 76°F in August to 82°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 63.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (15.2") and January the driest (1.2").

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 Esim

What is the population of Esim?

Esim has a population of 35,487 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 Esim expensive to live in?

Esim 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 Esim?

Esim has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 94.

How is the job market in Esim?

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

How are the schools in Esim?

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

How healthy is Esim?

The obesity rate in Esim 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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