Tarkwa Population 2026
Tarkwa has a population of 49,937, making it the #42 biggest city in 🇬🇭 Ghana, located in Western. Roughly 0.1% of Ghana's population lives here. It is about 51× smaller than Kumasi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
49,937
Rank in Ghana
#42
Coordinates
5.30°N, 1.99°W
~86 m elevation · Africa/Accra
Distance to capital (Accra)
200 km
124 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 |
| Prestea | 35,611 | #59 |
| Esim | 35,487 | #60 |
| Elubo | 23,952 | #83 |
| Shama Junction | 20,946 | #87 |
Cities near Tarkwa
- Prestea35,611 people · ~22 km away
- Shama Junction20,946 people · ~48 km away
- Sekondi-Takoradi138,872 people · ~49 km away
- Sekondi285,506 people · ~51 km away
- Takoradi389,114 people · ~52 km away
- Esim35,487 people · ~56 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tarkwa?
Tarkwa has a population of 49,937 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #42 biggest city in Ghana.
What region is Tarkwa in?
Tarkwa is located in Western, Ghana.
Is Tarkwa the capital of Ghana?
No, the capital of Ghana is Accra, about 200 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.