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

Population130,701

Median Age21.4 yrs

Density21,149/mi²

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)

Rain49.8 in/yr

Sunny Days246/yr

Elevation561 ft (171 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.1%

High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband69.9%

Population	130,701
Population Density	21,149 / sq mi
Elevation	561 ft (171 m)
Coordinates	6.6008°, 0.4713°
Timezone	Africa/Accra
Country	🇬🇭 Ghana
State / Province	Volta
Average Temperature	80°F (27°C)
January Average	81°F (27°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation	49.8 inches (1,264 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	21.4 years

Is Ho a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ho 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. Ho 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

Ho has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 94.

Ho has a population of 130,701 with a density of 21,149 people per square mile. The median age is 21.4 years, 45% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

130,701

Total Population

21,149

People / sq mi

21.4yrs

Median Age

45% below US avg

6.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%

Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ho vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Ho vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ho is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 39.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Ho vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$2,384

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.0%
	17% below US avg
Poverty Rate	39.0%
	215% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	29.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ho, 12.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 2.0% are current smokers. 3.4% report depression. 87.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	12.9%
	60% below US avg
Diabetes	6.5%
High Blood Pressure	33.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	2.0%
	86% below US avg
Binge Drinking	4.4%
Physical Inactivity	87.5%
Depression	3.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	56.0%

Food & Exercise

Ho has an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.8 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 94.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	80.3°F
	49% above US avg
January Average	81°F (27°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	49.8 inches
	31% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	94.0
Rating	Moderate
Good Days %	54.1%

Geography

Elevation	561 ft (171 m)
Area	6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²)
Population Density	21,149/sq mi
Coordinates	6.6008°N, 0.4713°W
Timezone	Africa/Accra

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). 69.9% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	22.1%
	34% below US avg
High School+	80.0%

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	21,149/sq mi
Total Area	6.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	69.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Ho, Ghana

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Is Ho a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Ho vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Ho vs U.S. Average

Income: Ho vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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