Elmina Population 2026
Elmina has a population of 34,403, making it the #62 biggest city in 🇬🇭 Ghana, located in Central. Roughly 0.1% of Ghana's population lives here. It is about 74× smaller than Kumasi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
34,403
Rank in Ghana
#62
Coordinates
5.08°N, 1.35°W
~21 m elevation · Africa/Accra
Distance to capital (Accra)
138 km
86 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Central
| City | Population | Rank in Ghana |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Coast | 212,426 | #6 |
| Twifu Praso | 100,851 | #16 |
| Kasoa | 86,753 | #22 |
| Winneba | 71,288 | #29 |
| Buduburam | 63,217 | #34 |
| Swedru | 54,417 | #36 |
| Dunkwa | 42,737 | #51 |
| Mankesim | 41,541 | #53 |
Cities near Elmina
- Cape Coast212,426 people · ~12 km away
- Saltpond24,689 people · ~35 km away
- Shama Junction20,946 people · ~35 km away
- Mankesim41,541 people · ~43 km away
- Sekondi285,506 people · ~44 km away
- Sekondi-Takoradi138,872 people · ~48 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Elmina?
Elmina has a population of 34,403 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #62 biggest city in Ghana.
What region is Elmina in?
Elmina is located in Central, Ghana.
Is Elmina the capital of Ghana?
No, the capital of Ghana is Accra, about 138 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.