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New Achimota, Ghana

Greater Accra · 🇬🇭 Ghana

New Achimota is a mid-size city in Greater Accra, Ghana with a population of 37,116. Elevation: 194 ft (59 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
37,116 Population
194 ft Elevation 59 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
36.4 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

Population37,116
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 Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI94 (Moderate)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation194 ft (59 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.9%
Population37,116
Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Coordinates5.6266°, -0.2581°
TimezoneAfrica/Accra
Country🇬🇭 Ghana
State / ProvinceGreater Accra
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation36.4 inches (925 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.4 years

Is New Achimota a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Achimota 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. New Achimota 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

New Achimota has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 94.

New Achimota has a population of 37,116. 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

37,116
Total Population
21.4yrs
Median Age
45% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

New Achimota vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

New Achimota vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Achimota 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: New Achimota 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 New Achimota, 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: New Achimota 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

New Achimota has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 270 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 36.4 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 194 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average80.8°F
50% above US avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.4 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median94.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %54.1%

Geography

Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Coordinates5.6266°N, 0.2581°W
TimezoneAfrica/Accra

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in Driest
February 83°F (28°C) 1.3 in
March 83°F (29°C) 3.0 in Warmest
April 83°F (28°C) 4.1 in
May 82°F (28°C) 6.3 in
June 80°F (27°C) 7.6 in Wettest
July 78°F (25°C) 2.6 in
August 77°F (25°C) 1.3 in Coldest
September 79°F (26°C) 2.7 in
October 80°F (27°C) 3.7 in
November 82°F (28°C) 2.4 in
December 82°F (28°C) 1.1 in

New Achimota has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 77°F in August to 83°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 36.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.6") 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About New Achimota

What is the population of New Achimota?

New Achimota has a population of 37,116 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 New Achimota expensive to live in?

New Achimota 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 New Achimota?

New Achimota has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 94.

How is the job market in New Achimota?

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

How are the schools in New Achimota?

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

How healthy is New Achimota?

The obesity rate in New Achimota 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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