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Mandela, Ghana

Greater Accra · 🇬🇭 Ghana

Mandela is a mid-size city in Greater Accra, Ghana with a population of 77,371. Elevation: 246 ft (75 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
77,371 Population
246 ft Elevation 75 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
40.0 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

Population77,371
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)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation246 ft (75 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.9%
Population77,371
Elevation246 ft (75 m)
Coordinates5.5522°, -0.3391°
TimezoneAfrica/Accra
Country🇬🇭 Ghana
State / ProvinceGreater Accra
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation40.0 inches (1,015 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.4 years

Is Mandela a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mandela 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. Mandela 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

Mandela has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 94.

Mandela has a population of 77,371. 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

77,371
Total Population
21.4yrs
Median Age
45% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Mandela vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mandela vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mandela 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: Mandela 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 Mandela, 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: Mandela 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

Mandela has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. 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 246 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average80.3°F
49% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median94.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %54.1%

Geography

Elevation246 ft (75 m)
Coordinates5.5522°N, 0.3391°W
TimezoneAfrica/Accra

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 0.8 in Driest
February 83°F (28°C) 1.6 in
March 83°F (28°C) 3.4 in Warmest
April 82°F (28°C) 4.3 in
May 81°F (27°C) 6.6 in
June 79°F (26°C) 8.1 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 2.7 in
August 77°F (25°C) 1.4 in Coldest
September 78°F (26°C) 2.9 in
October 80°F (27°C) 4.2 in
November 81°F (27°C) 2.7 in
December 81°F (27°C) 1.3 in

Mandela has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 77°F in August to 83°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.1") and January the driest (0.8").

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 Mandela

What is the population of Mandela?

Mandela has a population of 77,371 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 Mandela expensive to live in?

Mandela 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 Mandela?

Mandela has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 94.

How is the job market in Mandela?

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

How are the schools in Mandela?

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

How healthy is Mandela?

The obesity rate in Mandela 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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