Tema New Town Population 2026
Tema New Town has a population of 95,837, making it the #18 biggest city in 🇬🇭 Ghana, located in Greater Accra. Roughly 0.3% of Ghana's population lives here. It is about 27× smaller than Kumasi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
95,837
Rank in Ghana
#18
Coordinates
5.65°N, 0.03°E
~20 m elevation · Africa/Accra
Distance to capital (Accra)
27 km
17 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Greater Accra
Cities near Tema New Town
FAQ
What is the population of Tema New Town?
Tema New Town has a population of 95,837 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #18 biggest city in Ghana.
What region is Tema New Town in?
Tema New Town is located in Greater Accra, Ghana.
Is Tema New Town the capital of Ghana?
No, the capital of Ghana is Accra, about 27 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.