Bafang Population 2026
Bafang has a population of 54,505, making it the #32 biggest city in 🇨🇲 Cameroon, located in West. Roughly 0.2% of Cameroon's population lives here. It is about 25× smaller than Douala, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
54,505
Rank in Cameroon
#32
Coordinates
5.16°N, 10.18°E
~1,179 m elevation · Africa/Douala
Distance to capital (Yaoundé)
206 km
128 miles, straight line
Other big cities in West
Cities near Bafang
FAQ
What is the population of Bafang?
Bafang has a population of 54,505 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #32 biggest city in Cameroon.
What region is Bafang in?
Bafang is located in West, Cameroon.
Is Bafang the capital of Cameroon?
No, the capital of Cameroon is Yaoundé, about 206 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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