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Nyimbale, Ghana

Upper West · 🇬🇭 Ghana

Nyimbale is a small town in Upper West, Ghana with a population of 900. Elevation: 899 ft (274 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
900 Population
899 ft Elevation 274 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
38.2 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

Population900
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 Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI94 (Moderate)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation899 ft (274 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.9%
Population900
Elevation899 ft (274 m)
Coordinates10.1610°, -2.6055°
TimezoneAfrica/Accra
Country🇬🇭 Ghana
State / ProvinceUpper West
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation38.2 inches (970 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.4 years

Is Nyimbale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nyimbale 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. Nyimbale 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

Nyimbale has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 94.

Nyimbale has a population of 900. 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

900
Total Population
21.4yrs
Median Age
45% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Nyimbale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nyimbale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nyimbale 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: Nyimbale 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 Nyimbale, 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: Nyimbale 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

Nyimbale has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 267 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 38.2 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 899 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average81.5°F
51% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.2 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median94.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %54.1%

Geography

Elevation899 ft (274 m)
Coordinates10.1610°N, 2.6055°W
TimezoneAfrica/Accra

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 85°F (29°C) 0.2 in
March 87°F (31°C) 1.1 in Warmest
April 86°F (30°C) 2.4 in
May 84°F (29°C) 4.3 in
June 81°F (27°C) 4.5 in
July 78°F (26°C) 6.8 in
August 77°F (25°C) 8.4 in Coldest, Wettest
September 78°F (26°C) 7.0 in
October 81°F (27°C) 3.0 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.3 in
December 80°F (26°C) 0.2 in

Nyimbale has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 77°F in August to 87°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.4") and January the driest (0.0").

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 Nyimbale

What is the population of Nyimbale?

Nyimbale has a population of 900 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 Nyimbale expensive to live in?

Nyimbale 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 Nyimbale?

Nyimbale has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 94.

How is the job market in Nyimbale?

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

How are the schools in Nyimbale?

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

How healthy is Nyimbale?

The obesity rate in Nyimbale 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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