Tamale

🇬🇭Ghana•West Africa

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living31

Safety70

Healthcare48

Career Opportunities45

Climate50

Transport45

Air Quality63

Family Friendliness55.67

Education42

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 Tamale a good place to live?

Tamale scores 50/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 31/100), very safe (safety: 70/100), and has limited healthcare (healthcare: 48/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Tamale?

Tamale has a cost of living score of 31/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Tamale?

Tamale has a transport score of 45/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Tamale?

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

▸Is Tamale safe for expats?

Tamale has a safety score of 70/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 63/100.

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