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Kumasi, Ghana

Cost of living · 2023 · Africa · Rent +6.8% vs 2022

1-Bed Rent GHS 1,504 per month
3-Bed Rent GHS 2,914 per month
Groceries GHS 752 per month
Transport Pass GHS 89 per month
Utilities GHS 235 per month
Restaurant Meal GHS 26 per person

Rent trend in Kumasi (2022–2026)

Cost breakdown in Kumasi (2023)

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Estimated monthly budget in Kumasi

Based on 2023 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.

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Single person
GHS 2,791
🏠 Rent GHS 1,504
🛒 Groceries GHS 752
🚌 Transport GHS 89
💡 Utilities GHS 235
🍽️ Dining out GHS 211
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Family (3–4 people)
GHS 5,594
🏠 Rent 3-bed GHS 2,914
🛒 Groceries GHS 1,880
🚌 Transport ×2 GHS 179
💡 Utilities GHS 306
🍽️ Dining out GHS 316

Cost comparison — cities in Ghana (2023)

City 1-Bed Rent Groceries Transport Utilities vs Kumasi
Kumasi GHS 1,504 GHS 752 GHS 89 GHS 235
Accra GHS 1,880 GHS 893 GHS 113 GHS 282 +25%

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living in Kumasi in 2023?

In 2023, a single person living in Kumasi needs approximately GHS 2,791/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around GHS 5,594/month. Kumasi is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

How much is rent in Kumasi in 2023?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Kumasi costs approximately GHS 1,504/month in 2023. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around GHS 2,914/month. Rent has changed +6.8% vs 2022.

How much do groceries cost in Kumasi?

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Kumasi are approximately GHS 752 in 2023. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

What does public transport cost in Kumasi?

A monthly public transport pass in Kumasi costs GHS 89 in 2023, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

How much are utilities in Kumasi?

Monthly utility costs in Kumasi average GHS 235 in 2023, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Is Kumasi expensive to live in?

Kumasi is located in Ghana (Africa). With a 1-bed rent of GHS 1,504/month and total single-person expenses around GHS 2,791/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

How much does eating out cost in Kumasi?

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Kumasi costs approximately GHS 26 in 2023. Budget around GHS 211/month if dining out a few times a week.

How have living costs in Kumasi changed over time?

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Kumasi from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 51.5% over this period (from GHS 1,408 in 2022 to GHS 2,133 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

What is the monthly budget needed to live comfortably in Kumasi?

To live comfortably in Kumasi in 2023, a single person needs approximately GHS 2,791/month. This covers rent (GHS 1,504), groceries (GHS 752), transport (GHS 89), utilities (GHS 235) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around GHS 5,594/month.

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