Sekondi Population 2026
Sekondi has a population of 285,506, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇬🇭 Ghana, located in Western. Roughly 0.8% of Ghana's population lives here. It is about 8.9× smaller than Kumasi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
285,506
Rank in Ghana
#5
Coordinates
4.93°N, 1.71°W
~7 m elevation · Africa/Accra
Distance to capital (Accra)
182 km
113 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Western
| City | Population | Rank in Ghana |
|---|---|---|
| Takoradi | 389,114 | #4 |
| Sekondi-Takoradi | 138,872 | #12 |
| Tarkwa | 49,937 | #42 |
| Prestea | 35,611 | #59 |
| Esim | 35,487 | #60 |
| Elubo | 23,952 | #83 |
| Shama Junction | 20,946 | #87 |
Cities near Sekondi
- Sekondi-Takoradi138,872 people · ~5 km away
- Takoradi389,114 people · ~6 km away
- Shama Junction20,946 people · ~11 km away
- Elmina34,403 people · ~44 km away
- Tarkwa49,937 people · ~51 km away
- Cape Coast212,426 people · ~55 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sekondi?
Sekondi has a population of 285,506 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Ghana.
What region is Sekondi in?
Sekondi is located in Western, Ghana.
Is Sekondi the capital of Ghana?
No, the capital of Ghana is Accra, about 182 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.