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Twifu Praso, Ghana

Central · 🇬🇭 Ghana

Twifu Praso is a large city in Central, Ghana with a population of 100,851. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
100,851 Population
236 ft Elevation 72 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
60.3 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

Population100,851
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)
Rain60.3 in/yr
Sunny Days227/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.9%
Population100,851
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Coordinates5.6141°, -1.5502°
TimezoneAfrica/Accra
Country🇬🇭 Ghana
State / ProvinceCentral
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation60.3 inches (1,531 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.4 years

Is Twifu Praso a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Twifu Praso 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. Twifu Praso 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

Twifu Praso 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 227 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 60.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 94.

Twifu Praso has a population of 100,851. The median age is 21.4 years, 45% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

100,851
Total Population
21.4yrs
Median Age
45% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Twifu Praso vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Twifu Praso vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Twifu Praso is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 39.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Twifu Praso 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 Twifu Praso, 12.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 2.0% are current smokers. 3.4% report depression. 87.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Twifu Praso 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

Twifu Praso has an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.3 inches. The area enjoys 227 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 94.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.5°F
47% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days227 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.3 inches
59% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median94.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %54.1%

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Coordinates5.6141°N, 1.5502°W
TimezoneAfrica/Accra
22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). 69.9% of households have broadband internet.

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

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