Prestea Population 2026
Prestea has a population of 35,611, making it the #59 biggest city in 🇬🇭 Ghana, located in Western. Roughly 0.1% of Ghana's population lives here. It is about 71× smaller than Kumasi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,611
Rank in Ghana
#59
Coordinates
5.43°N, 2.14°W
~54 m elevation · Africa/Accra
Distance to capital (Accra)
216 km
134 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Western
| City | Population | Rank in Ghana |
|---|---|---|
| Takoradi | 389,114 | #4 |
| Sekondi | 285,506 | #5 |
| Sekondi-Takoradi | 138,872 | #12 |
| Tarkwa | 49,937 | #42 |
| Esim | 35,487 | #60 |
| Elubo | 23,952 | #83 |
| Shama Junction | 20,946 | #87 |
Cities near Prestea
- Tarkwa49,937 people · ~22 km away
- Assin Foso37,230 people · ~62 km away
- Esim35,487 people · ~64 km away
- Twifu Praso100,851 people · ~69 km away
- Shama Junction20,946 people · ~70 km away
- Sekondi-Takoradi138,872 people · ~71 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Prestea?
Prestea has a population of 35,611 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #59 biggest city in Ghana.
What region is Prestea in?
Prestea is located in Western, Ghana.
Is Prestea the capital of Ghana?
No, the capital of Ghana is Accra, about 216 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.