Ashaiman Population 2026
Ashaiman has a population of 190,972, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇬🇭 Ghana, located in Greater Accra. Roughly 0.5% of Ghana's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Kumasi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
190,972
Rank in Ghana
#8
Coordinates
5.70°N, 0.03°W
~23 m elevation · Africa/Accra
Distance to capital (Accra)
24 km
15 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Greater Accra
| City | Population | Rank in Ghana |
|---|---|---|
| Accra | 1,963,264 | #2 |
| Atsiaman | 202,932 | #7 |
| Tema | 155,782 | #10 |
| Amanfrom | 119,467 | #14 |
| Medina Estates | 101,207 | #15 |
| Tema New Town | 95,837 | #18 |
| Gbawe | 86,718 | #23 |
| Mandela | 77,371 | #27 |
Cities near Ashaiman
- Lashibi49,223 people · ~2 km away
- Tema155,782 people · ~4 km away
- Tema New Town95,837 people · ~8 km away
- Sakumona32,886 people · ~9 km away
- Adenta50,652 people · ~13 km away
- Medina Estates101,207 people · ~15 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ashaiman?
Ashaiman has a population of 190,972 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Ghana.
What region is Ashaiman in?
Ashaiman is located in Greater Accra, Ghana.
Is Ashaiman the capital of Ghana?
No, the capital of Ghana is Accra, about 24 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.