Major Cities in Ghana map & data
There are 11 major cities mapped in Ghana, spread over 10 regions. The most are in Volta Region (2), Western Region (1) and Eastern Region (1). 100% of them carry a name. Well-known examples include Kumasi, Accra and Lome.
Major Cities by region
| Region | Locations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Volta Region | 2 | 18% |
| Western Region | 1 | 9.1% |
| Eastern Region | 1 | 9.1% |
| Northern Region | 1 | 9.1% |
| Central Region | 1 | 9.1% |
| Ashanti Region | 1 | 9.1% |
| Bono Region | 1 | 9.1% |
| Upper West Region | 1 | 9.1% |
| Upper East Region | 1 | 9.1% |
| Greater Accra Region | 1 | 9.1% |
Notable major cities in Ghana
- KumasiAshanti Region · pop. 1730249
- AccraGreater Accra Region · pop. 1594419
- LomeVolta Region · pop. 839566
- TamaleNorthern Region · pop. 223252
- KoforiduaEastern Region · pop. 122300
- SekondiWestern Region · pop. 70361
- Cape CoastCentral Region
- SunyaniBono Region
- WaUpper West Region
- BolgatangaUpper East Region
- HoVolta Region
What's in this layer
Every major city in the layer comes with its name, English name, population (where known), the region it is in, latitude and longitude. Capitals and major cities with population figures.
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Frequently asked questions
How many major cities are there in Ghana?
This layer holds 11 major cities in Ghana, the most of them in Volta Region. The data is refreshed every 6 months; this release is from November 2026.
Can I download a list of major cities in Ghana?
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What information comes with each major city?
The name, English name, population (where known), the region it is in, latitude and longitude.
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