Kumasi, Ghana

In 2026, a single person living in Kumasi needs approximately GHS 3,959/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around GHS 7,935/month. Kumasi is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Kumasi costs approximately GHS 2,133/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around GHS 4,134/month. Rent has changed +13% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Kumasi are approximately GHS 1,067 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Kumasi costs GHS 127 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Kumasi average GHS 333 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Kumasi is located in Ghana (Africa). With a 1-bed rent of GHS 2,133/month and total single-person expenses around GHS 3,959/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Kumasi costs approximately GHS 37 in 2026. Budget around GHS 299/month if dining out a few times a week.

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.

To live comfortably in Kumasi in 2026, a single person needs approximately GHS 3,959/month. This covers rent (GHS 2,133), groceries (GHS 1,067), transport (GHS 127), utilities (GHS 333) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around GHS 7,935/month.