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Konongo, Ghana

Ashanti · 🇬🇭 Ghana

Konongo is a mid-size city in Ashanti, Ghana with a population of 43,585. Elevation: 755 ft (230 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
43,585 Population
755 ft Elevation 230 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
52.6 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

Population43,585
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)
Rain52.6 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation755 ft (230 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.9%
Population43,585
Elevation755 ft (230 m)
Coordinates6.6167°, -1.2167°
TimezoneAfrica/Accra
Country🇬🇭 Ghana
State / ProvinceAshanti
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation52.6 inches (1,335 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.4 years

Is Konongo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Konongo 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. Konongo 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

Konongo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 94.

Konongo has a population of 43,585. 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

43,585
Total Population
21.4yrs
Median Age
45% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Konongo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Konongo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Konongo 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: Konongo 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 Konongo, 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: Konongo 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

Konongo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.6 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 755 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.6 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median94.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %54.1%

Geography

Elevation755 ft (230 m)
Coordinates6.6167°N, 1.2167°W
TimezoneAfrica/Accra

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.5 in Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 2.3 in
March 81°F (27°C) 4.9 in Warmest
April 81°F (27°C) 5.5 in
May 80°F (27°C) 6.3 in
June 78°F (26°C) 7.7 in Wettest
July 76°F (25°C) 5.3 in
August 75°F (24°C) 3.4 in Coldest
September 77°F (25°C) 6.5 in
October 78°F (26°C) 6.3 in
November 80°F (26°C) 2.7 in
December 79°F (26°C) 1.1 in

Konongo has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 75°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 52.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.7") and January the driest (0.5").

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 Konongo

What is the population of Konongo?

Konongo has a population of 43,585 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 Konongo expensive to live in?

Konongo 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 Konongo?

Konongo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 94.

How is the job market in Konongo?

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

How are the schools in Konongo?

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

How healthy is Konongo?

The obesity rate in Konongo 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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