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Prestea, Ghana

Western · 🇬🇭 Ghana

Prestea is a mid-size city in Western, Ghana with a population of 35,611. Elevation: 177 ft (54 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
35,611 Population
177 ft Elevation 54 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
68.8 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

Population35,611
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 (26°C)
AQI94 (Moderate)
Rain68.8 in/yr
Sunny Days211/yr
Elevation177 ft (54 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.9%
Population35,611
Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Coordinates5.4339°, -2.1430°
TimezoneAfrica/Accra
Country🇬🇭 Ghana
State / ProvinceWestern
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation68.8 inches (1,747 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.4 years

Is Prestea a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prestea receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Prestea 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

Prestea has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 94.

Prestea has a population of 35,611. 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

35,611
Total Population
21.4yrs
Median Age
45% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Prestea vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Prestea vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prestea 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: Prestea 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 Prestea, 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: Prestea 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

Prestea has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.8 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 177 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.6°F
47% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days211 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall68.8 inches
81% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median94.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %54.1%

Geography

Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Coordinates5.4339°N, 2.1430°W
TimezoneAfrica/Accra

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 1.6 in Driest
February 82°F (28°C) 3.0 in
March 82°F (28°C) 5.9 in Warmest
April 82°F (28°C) 6.3 in
May 81°F (27°C) 9.3 in
June 79°F (26°C) 11.3 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 5.5 in
August 76°F (25°C) 2.7 in Coldest
September 78°F (25°C) 5.6 in
October 79°F (26°C) 8.9 in
November 80°F (27°C) 5.8 in
December 80°F (27°C) 2.9 in

Prestea has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 76°F in August to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 68.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.3") and January the driest (1.6").

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 Prestea

What is the population of Prestea?

Prestea has a population of 35,611 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 Prestea expensive to live in?

Prestea 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 Prestea?

Prestea has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 94.

How is the job market in Prestea?

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

How are the schools in Prestea?

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

How healthy is Prestea?

The obesity rate in Prestea 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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