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Yegyi, Ghana

Bono East · 🇬🇭 Ghana

Yegyi is a mid-size city in Bono East, Ghana with a population of 30,311. Elevation: 338 ft (103 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
30,311 Population
338 ft Elevation 103 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
46.2 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

Population30,311
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)
Rain46.2 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation338 ft (103 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.9%
Population30,311
Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Coordinates8.2254°, -0.6489°
TimezoneAfrica/Accra
Country🇬🇭 Ghana
State / ProvinceBono East
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation46.2 inches (1,173 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.4 years

Is Yegyi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yegyi 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. Yegyi 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

Yegyi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 94.

Yegyi has a population of 30,311. 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

30,311
Total Population
21.4yrs
Median Age
45% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Yegyi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yegyi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yegyi 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: Yegyi 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 Yegyi, 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: Yegyi 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

Yegyi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 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 338 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average81.7°F
51% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.2 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median94.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %54.1%

Geography

Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Coordinates8.2254°N, 0.6489°W
TimezoneAfrica/Accra

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 84°F (29°C) 0.4 in
March 85°F (30°C) 2.1 in Warmest
April 85°F (29°C) 3.8 in
May 83°F (28°C) 5.4 in
June 80°F (27°C) 7.0 in
July 79°F (26°C) 6.7 in
August 78°F (26°C) 6.1 in Coldest
September 80°F (27°C) 8.5 in Wettest
October 81°F (27°C) 4.9 in
November 83°F (28°C) 0.8 in
December 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in

Yegyi has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 78°F in August to 85°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 46.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.5") and January the driest (0.1").

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 Yegyi

What is the population of Yegyi?

Yegyi has a population of 30,311 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 Yegyi expensive to live in?

Yegyi 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 Yegyi?

Yegyi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 94.

How is the job market in Yegyi?

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

How are the schools in Yegyi?

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

How healthy is Yegyi?

The obesity rate in Yegyi 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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