Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in Ghana is 11.42 times less expensive as compared to United States.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between Ghana and United States. We have created 172 cost-of-living indicators. We average the prices of all those indicators and take a mathematically calculated approach to determine which country is more expensive to live in between Ghana and United States.
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Indicators | Ghana | United States |
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1 BHK Apartment in City Center | 1,500 GHS (129 USD) | 2,500 USD |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center | 2,500 GHS (215 USD) | 3,500 USD |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center | 3,500 GHS (301 USD) | 4,500 USD |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center | 1,000 GHS (86 USD) | 1,800 USD |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center | 1,800 GHS (154.80 USD) | 2,500 USD |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center | 2,500 GHS (215 USD) | 3,200 USD |
Mortgage Rates Per Month | 14 % | 3.5 % |
Realtor Commission | 5 % | 2.5 % |
Property Taxes | 0.5 to 1.0 % | 0.5 to 2.5 % |
The average housing cost in Ghana is 16.64 times less expensive than United States.
Indicators | Ghana | United States |
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Basic Home Furnishing | 1,500 GHS (129 USD) | 3,000 USD |
Electricity Cost Per Month | 200 GHS (17.20 USD) | 150 USD |
Heating Cost Per Month | 250 GHS (21.50 USD) | 120 USD |
Cooling Cost Per Month | 100 GHS (8.60 USD) | 80 USD |
Water Supply Cost Per Month | 60 GHS (5.16 USD) | 50 USD |
If you lived in Ghana, instead of United States, you would have to pay 94.66% less for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in Ghana costs 23.26 times less compared to United States.
Indicators | Ghana | United States |
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Standard Wifi Cost Per Month | 80 GHS (6.88 USD) | 60 USD |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month | 50 GHS (4.30 USD) | 50 USD |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month | 30 GHS (2.58 USD) | 30 USD |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month | 70 GHS (6.02 USD) | 100 USD |
The internet and communication costs 91.76% less in Ghana compared to United States.
Indicators | Ghana | United States |
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Long Grain Rice (1 KG) | 8 GHS (0.69 USD) | 4 USD |
Milk (1 Liter) | 6 GHS (0.52 USD) | 1 USD |
Water (1 Liter) | 1.50 GHS (0.13 USD) | 1 USD |
Bread (500 gm) | 3.50 GHS (0.30 USD) | 2 USD |
Eggs (1 Dozen) | 10 GHS (0.86 USD) | 3 USD |
Cheese (1 KG) | 25 GHS (2.15 USD) | 6 USD |
Chicken Breast (1 KG) | 35 GHS (3.01 USD) | 10 USD |
In Ghana, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 3.10 times less expensive than the cost in United States.
If you lived in Ghana, instead of United States, you would have to pay 71.65% less for Groceries.
Indicators | Ghana | United States |
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Apples (1 KG) | 8 GHS (0.69 USD) | 3 USD |
Bananas (1 KG) | 6 GHS (0.52 USD) | 1.50 USD |
Oranges (1 KG) | 7 GHS (0.60 USD) | 2.50 USD |
Tomatoes (1 KG) | 5 GHS (0.43 USD) | 3 USD |
Potatoes (1 KG) | 4 GHS (0.34 USD) | 2 USD |
Lemons (1 KG) | 10 GHS (0.86 USD) | 2.50 USD |
Onions (1 KG) | 4.50 GHS (0.39 USD) | 2 USD |
Lentils (1 KG) | 8 GHS (0.69 USD) | 4 USD |
If you lived in Ghana, instead of United States, you would have to pay 4.54 times less for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | Ghana | United States |
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Meal at a Resonable Restaurant | 30 GHS (2.58 USD) | 20 USD |
Three-Course Meal for Two | 100 GHS (8.60 USD) | 60 USD |
Fast Food Combo Meal | 20 GHS (1.72 USD) | 8 USD |
Normal Coffee | 7 GHS (0.60 USD) | 4 USD |
Soft Drink | 3 GHS (0.26 USD) | 2 USD |
Pizza for One | 30 GHS (2.58 USD) | 15 USD |
Take-Out Delivery Meal | 35 GHS (3.01 USD) | 20 USD |
Cigarette Pack of 20 | 10 GHS (0.86 USD) | 8 USD |
Dining-Out costs 85.25% less in Ghana compared to United States.
Indicators | Ghana | United States |
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Wine Mid-Range Bottle | 50 GHS (4.30 USD) | 15 USD |
Glass of Wine | 12 GHS (1.03 USD) | 8 USD |
Domestic Beer Half Liter | 5 GHS (0.43 USD) | 3 USD |
Imported Beer Half Liter | 7 GHS (0.60 USD) | 4 USD |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter | 35 GHS (3.01 USD) | 20 USD |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter | 60 GHS (5.16 USD) | 30 USD |
If you lived in Ghana, instead of United States, you would have to pay 5.50 times less for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | Ghana | United States |
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Monthly Public Transportation Pass | 60 GHS (5.16 USD) | 120 USD |
Single Public Transportation Ticket | 2 GHS (0.17 USD) | 2.50 USD |
Single Train Ticket | 50 GHS (4.30 USD) | 100 USD |
Domestic Airplane Ticket | 150 GHS (12.90 USD) | 200 USD |
Taxi Start Fare | 10 GHS (0.86 USD) | 3 USD |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer | 2 GHS (0.17 USD) | 2 USD |
Car Rental Per Day | 60 GHS (5.16 USD) | 50 USD |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour | 10 GHS (0.86 USD) | 5 USD |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour | 5 GHS (0.43 USD) | 2 USD |
If you lived in Ghana, instead of United States, you would have to pay 16.14 times less for transportation.
Indicators | Ghana | United States |
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Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost | 35,000 GHS (3,010 USD) | 25,000 USD |
Vehicle Registration Cost | 300 GHS (25.80 USD) | 150 USD |
Driving License Fees | 200 GHS (17.20 USD) | 50 USD |
Car Insurance Cost | 500 GHS (43 USD) | 800 USD |
Car Maintenance Cost | 150 GHS (12.90 USD) | 200 USD |
Car Loan Interest Rates | 15 % | 4 % |
Fuel Per Liter | 7 GHS (0.60 USD) | 1 USD |
Fuel Per Gallon | 26 GHS (2.24 USD) | 4 USD |
Average Toll Fees | Yet to Update | Yet to Update |
You would have to pay 8.42 times less for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in Ghana compared to that of United States.
Indicators | Ghana | United States |
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Doctor Visit | 100 GHS (8.60 USD) | 150 USD |
Specialist Visit | 150 GHS (12.90 USD) | 250 USD |
Dentist Visit | 90 GHS (7.74 USD) | 100 USD |
Eye Exam | 60 GHS (5.16 USD) | 80 USD |
Mental Health Counseling | 120 GHS (10.32 USD) | 150 USD |
Preventive Health Screening | 70 GHS (6.02 USD) | 80 USD |
Physical Therapy | 90 GHS (7.74 USD) | 100 USD |
Emergency Room Visit | 150 GHS (12.90 USD) | 500 USD |
Hospital Stay Per Night | 250 GHS (21.50 USD) | 400 USD |
Vaccinations | 40 GHS (3.44 USD) | 40 USD |
Prescription Medication | 30 GHS (2.58 USD) | 20 USD |
Over the Counter Medication | 15 GHS (1.29 USD) | 10 USD |
Health Insurance Premiums | 200 GHS (17.20 USD) | 300 USD |
Health Insurance Deductibles | 100 GHS (8.60 USD) | 500 USD |
If you lived in Ghana, instead of United States, you would have to pay 21.27 times less for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | Ghana | United States |
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Cosmetic Procedures | 250 GHS (21.50 USD) | 300 USD |
Spa Treatment | 120 GHS (10.32 USD) | 150 USD |
Manicure Pedicure Cost | 60 GHS (5.16 USD) | 40 USD |
Optical Glasses Cost | 120 GHS (10.32 USD) | 150 USD |
Contact Lenses Cost | 200 GHS (17.20 USD) | 100 USD |
Haircuts | 30 GHS (2.58 USD) | 25 USD |
Hair Coloring | 70 GHS (6.02 USD) | 75 USD |
Shampoo Price | 10 GHS (0.86 USD) | 5 USD |
Toothpaste Price | 3 GHS (0.26 USD) | 3 USD |
If you lived in Ghana, instead of United States, you would have to pay 11.43 times less for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | Ghana | United States |
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Pair of Nike Running Shoes | 400 GHS (34.40 USD) | 100 USD |
Men's Shirt | 90 GHS (7.74 USD) | 40 USD |
Women's Dress | 100 GHS (8.60 USD) | 80 USD |
Summer Dress | 60 GHS (5.16 USD) | 50 USD |
Men's Suit | 800 GHS (68.80 USD) | 500 USD |
Men's Jeans | 150 GHS (12.90 USD) | 60 USD |
Women's Jeans | 130 GHS (11.18 USD) | 60 USD |
Men's Formal Shoes | 200 GHS (17.20 USD) | 100 USD |
Women's Formal Shoes | 200 GHS (17.20 USD) | 80 USD |
Men's Casual Shoes | 120 GHS (10.32 USD) | 70 USD |
Women's Casual Shoes | 120 GHS (10.32 USD) | 60 USD |
Underwear For Men | 15 GHS (1.29 USD) | 20 USD |
Underwear For Women | 20 GHS (1.72 USD) | 20 USD |
Socks For Men | 8 GHS (0.69 USD) | 10 USD |
Socks For Women | 9 GHS (0.77 USD) | 10 USD |
Wintercoat for Adults | 150 GHS (12.90 USD) | 100 USD |
Sportswear | 70 GHS (6.02 USD) | 60 USD |
If you lived in Ghana, instead of United States, you would have to pay 6.25 times less for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | Ghana | United States |
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Children's Jeans | 50 GHS (4.30 USD) | 30 USD |
Children's Normal Sneakers | 80 GHS (6.88 USD) | 40 USD |
Children's Winter Coat | 100 GHS (8.60 USD) | 60 USD |
Daycare for Infant | 2,000 GHS (172 USD) | 1,500 USD |
Daycare for Toddler | 1,800 GHS (154.80 USD) | 1,200 USD |
Childcare for Sick Days | 60 GHS (5.16 USD) | 40 USD |
Early Childhood Education Programs | 1,500 GHS (129 USD) | 600 USD |
Extra Curricular Activities | 300 GHS (25.80 USD) | 60 USD |
Summer Camp for Kids | 700 GHS (60.20 USD) | 300 USD |
If you lived in Ghana, instead of United States, you would have to pay 6.76 times less for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | Ghana | United States |
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PreSchool Fees | 1,500 GHS (129 USD) | 1,800 USD |
Primary School Fees | 2,500 GHS (215 USD) | 4,000 USD |
Secondary School Fees | 4,000 GHS (344 USD) | 6,000 USD |
Private School Fees | 7,000 GHS (602 USD) | 8,000 USD |
University Tuition Fees | 12,000 GHS (1,032 USD) | 10,000 USD |
University Private Tuition Fees | 18,000 GHS (1,548 USD) | 20,000 USD |
After School Activities | 300 GHS (25.80 USD) | 150 USD |
Special Education Services | 600 GHS (51.60 USD) | 150 USD |
Tutoring | 70 GHS (6.02 USD) | 50 USD |
Textbooks Cost | 60 GHS (5.16 USD) | 40 USD |
School Supplies | 40 GHS (3.44 USD) | 30 USD |
If you lived in Ghana, instead of United States, you would have to pay 12.68 times less for school and education.
Indicators | Ghana | United States |
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Movie Ticket (Single) | 20 GHS (1.72 USD) | 15 USD |
Theater Ticket (Single) | 40 GHS (3.44 USD) | 50 USD |
Concert Ticket (Single) | 50 GHS (4.30 USD) | 60 USD |
Sports Event Ticket (Single) | 30 GHS (2.58 USD) | 50 USD |
Gym Membership | 60 GHS (5.16 USD) | 60 USD |
Swimming Pool Access | 30 GHS (2.58 USD) | 40 USD |
Museum Entry Ticket | 10 GHS (0.86 USD) | 15 USD |
Zoo Entry Ticket | 20 GHS (1.72 USD) | 25 USD |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket | 40 GHS (3.44 USD) | 50 USD |
Bowling | 15 GHS (1.29 USD) | 15 USD |
Mini Golf | 10 GHS (0.86 USD) | 10 USD |
Video Games | 70 GHS (6.02 USD) | 60 USD |
Streaming Services | 40 GHS (3.44 USD) | 15 USD |
Outdoor Equipment Rental | 30 GHS (2.58 USD) | 25 USD |
Theme Park Annual Pass | 600 GHS (51.60 USD) | 400 USD |
If you lived in Ghana, instead of United States, you would have to pay 9.72 times less for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | Ghana | United States |
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Language Classes | 300 GHS (25.80 USD) | 40 USD |
Parenting Classes | 150 GHS (12.90 USD) | 60 USD |
Art Classes | 50 GHS (4.30 USD) | 30 USD |
Fitness Classes | 20 GHS (1.72 USD) | 20 USD |
Music Lessons | 60 GHS (5.16 USD) | 50 USD |
Dance Lessons | 80 GHS (6.88 USD) | 40 USD |
Reading Materials for Classes | 20 GHS (1.72 USD) | 10 USD |
Educational Software | 200 GHS (17.20 USD) | 30 USD |
If you lived in Ghana, instead of United States, you would have to pay 3.70 times less for Private Classes.
Indicators | Ghana | United States |
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Average Gross Monthly Salary | 4,000 GHS (344 USD) | 5,000 USD |
Average Net Monthly Salary | 2,800 GHS (240.80 USD) | 3,800 USD |
Minimum Wages | 60 GHS per hour (5.16 USD) | 60 USD per hour |
Average Bonus | 400 GHS (34.40 USD) | 1,000 USD |
Income Tax Rate | 0 to 12.5 % | 0 to 10 % |
Social Security Contributions | 6 % | 6.2 % |
Pension Contributions | 5 % | 4 % |
Cost of Living Index | 50 | 10 |
Median Household Income | 7,000 GHS (602 USD) | 5,000 USD |
If you lived in Ghana, you would earn 12.12 times less salary as compared to United States.
Indicators | Ghana | United States |
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Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate | 150 GHS (12.90 USD) | 250 USD |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate | 120 GHS (10.32 USD) | 200 USD |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate | 90 GHS (7.74 USD) | 150 USD |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate | 80 GHS (6.88 USD) | 100 USD |
Professional Services cost 18.50 times less in Ghana, as compared to United States.
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