Most Dense in Ghana

Top 100 cities ranked by most dense

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Most Dense — Ghana

1 Ashaiman 01 29,517/mi²

2 Accra 01 29,390/mi²

3 Kumasi 02 25,946/mi²

4 Ho 08 21,149/mi²

5 Tafo 02 14,797/mi²

6 New Tafo 02 8,909/mi²

7 Lashibi 01 7,608/mi²

8 Gbawe 01 3,032/mi²

9 Sekondi-Takoradi 09 2,728/mi²

10 Medina Estates 01 2,412/mi²

11 Tamale 06 1,603/mi²

12 Winneba 04 1,561/mi²

13 Sakumona 01 1,378/mi²

14 New Achimota 01 1,364/mi²

15 Teshi Old Town 01 1,351/mi²

16 Atsiaman 01 1,256/mi²

17 Takoradi 09 1,226/mi²

18 Dome 01 1,120/mi²

19 Adenta 01 1,015/mi²

20 Taifa 01 989/mi²

21 Akim Oda 05 973/mi²

22 Sekondi 09 900/mi²

23 Kasoa 04 740/mi²

24 Nsawam 05 696/mi²

25 Amanfrom 01 671/mi²

26 Cape Coast 04 670/mi²

27 Nungua 01 661/mi²

28 Obuase 02 567/mi²

29 Tema 01 492/mi²

30 Bawku 10 489/mi²

31 Koforidua 05 478/mi²

32 Ahwiaa 02 474/mi²

33 Hohoe 08 466/mi²

34 Aflao 08 463/mi²

35 Mandela 01 435/mi²

36 Osu 01 413/mi²

37 Sunyani 13 379/mi²

38 Suhum 05 307/mi²

39 Awoshi 01 304/mi²

40 Berekum 13 304/mi²

41 Tema New Town 01 302/mi²

42 Anloga 08 296/mi²

43 Swedru 04 278/mi²

44 Japekrom 13 270/mi²

45 Techiman 14 266/mi²

46 Bolgatanga 10 262/mi²

47 Konongo 02 262/mi²

48 Shama Junction 09 253/mi²

49 Buduburam 04 251/mi²

50 Wa 11 249/mi²

51 Twifu Praso 04 225/mi²

52 Kpandu 08 214/mi²

53 Yendi 06 206/mi²

54 Mankesim 04 203/mi²

55 Elmina 04 202/mi²

56 Asamankese 05 201/mi²

57 Effiduase 02 195/mi²

58 Jirapa 11 173/mi²

59 Nkawkaw 05 170/mi²

60 Dzodze 08 157/mi²

61 Akwatia 05 155/mi²

62 Foso 04 153/mi²

63 Aburi 05 150/mi²

64 Dunkwa 04 133/mi²

65 Akatsi 08 131/mi²

66 Bekwai 02 127/mi²

67 Mampong 02 122/mi²

68 Atronie 13 122/mi²

69 Saltpond 04 121/mi²

70 Apam 04 114/mi²

71 Tarkwa 09 112/mi²

72 Nsoatre 13 98/mi²

73 Anyinam 05 97/mi²

74 Nkoranza 14 94/mi²

75 Ejura 02 94/mi²

76 Bibiani 18 90/mi²

77 Keta 08 85/mi²

78 Assin Foso 04 83/mi²

79 Mumford 04 79/mi²

80 Kade 05 74/mi²

81 Agogo 02 74/mi²

82 Domaa-Ahenkro 13 74/mi²

83 Begoro 05 74/mi²

84 Mim 12 71/mi²

85 Esim 09 69/mi²

86 Navrongo 10 65/mi²

87 Wankyi 13 61/mi²

88 Akropong 05 61/mi²

89 Akim Swedru 05 60/mi²

90 Sefwi 02 56/mi²

91 Tepa 02 56/mi²

92 Bechem 12 56/mi²

93 Savelugu 06 54/mi²

94 Kibi 05 50/mi²

95 Duayaw-Nkwanta 12 46/mi²

96 Prestea 09 45/mi²

97 Yegyi 14 45/mi²

98 Goaso 12 43/mi²

99 Saman 05 39/mi²

100 Atebubu 14 31/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Ghana pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Ashaiman leads with 29,517 people per square mile.

High population density is often associated with better access to public transportation, more walkable streets, and a wider variety of restaurants, shops, and entertainment options within close proximity. These cities tend to have lower car ownership rates and shorter commute distances.

Dense cities face unique challenges including higher housing costs, limited parking, and potential overcrowding in public spaces. However, they also tend to have lower per-capita carbon footprints due to shared infrastructure and reduced driving.

Did You Know?

1. Ashaiman has 29,517 people per square mile — that's roughly 46 people per acre.
2. Dense cities tend to have the most walkable neighborhoods and lowest car ownership rates in the country.
3. Urban density can reduce per-capita carbon emissions by up to 50% compared to suburban sprawl.

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