Accra

🇬🇭Ghana•West Africa

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living40

Safety65

Healthcare49

Career Opportunities51

Climate51

Transport52

Air Quality55

Family Friendliness50.67

Education44

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Accra a good place to live?

Accra scores 52/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 40/100), moderately safe (safety: 65/100), and has limited healthcare (healthcare: 49/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Accra?

Accra has a cost of living score of 40/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Accra?

Accra has a transport score of 52/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Accra?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Accra are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Accra safe for expats?

Accra has a safety score of 65/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 55/100.

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