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Kumasi, Ghana

Ashanti · 🇬🇭 Ghana

Kumasi is a major city in Ashanti, Ghana with a population of 2,544,530. Elevation: 886 ft (270 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,544,530 Population 25,946/sq mi density
886 ft Elevation 270 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
53.6 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

Population2,544,530
Median Age21.4 yrs
Density25,946/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 Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI94 (Moderate)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation886 ft (270 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.9%
Population2,544,530
Population Density25,946 / sq mi
Elevation886 ft (270 m)
Coordinates6.6885°, -1.6244°
TimezoneAfrica/Accra
Country🇬🇭 Ghana
State / ProvinceAshanti
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation53.6 inches (1,361 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.4 years

Is Kumasi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kumasi 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. Kumasi 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

Kumasi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 94.

Kumasi has a population of 2,544,530 with a density of 25,946 people per square mile, spread across 98.1 square miles. 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

2,544,530
Total Population
25,946
People / sq mi
21.4yrs
Median Age
45% below US avg
98.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kumasi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kumasi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kumasi 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: Kumasi 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 Kumasi, 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: Kumasi 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

Kumasi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 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 886 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average78.4°F
45% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median94.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %54.1%

Geography

Elevation886 ft (270 m)
Area98.1 sq mi (254.0 km²)
Population Density25,946/sq mi
Coordinates6.6885°N, 1.6244°W
TimezoneAfrica/Accra

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.6 in Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 2.4 in
March 81°F (27°C) 5.0 in Warmest
April 81°F (27°C) 5.8 in
May 80°F (26°C) 6.6 in
June 78°F (25°C) 8.0 in Wettest
July 76°F (24°C) 4.9 in
August 75°F (24°C) 3.0 in Coldest
September 76°F (25°C) 6.6 in
October 78°F (25°C) 6.8 in
November 79°F (26°C) 2.9 in
December 79°F (26°C) 1.1 in

Kumasi has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 75°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 53.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.0") 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

Population Density25,946/sq mi
Total Area98.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kumasi

What is the population of Kumasi?

Kumasi has a population of 2,544,530 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 25,946 people per square mile, spread across 98.1 square miles. 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 Kumasi expensive to live in?

Kumasi 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 Kumasi?

Kumasi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 94.

How is the job market in Kumasi?

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

How are the schools in Kumasi?

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

How healthy is Kumasi?

The obesity rate in Kumasi 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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