Bafoussam Population 2026
Bafoussam has a population of 373,268, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇨🇲 Cameroon, located in West. Roughly 1.2% of Cameroon's population lives here. It is about 3.6× smaller than Douala, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
373,268
Rank in Cameroon
#4
Coordinates
5.48°N, 10.42°E
~1,438 m elevation · Africa/Douala
Distance to capital (Yaoundé)
217 km
135 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Bafoussam?
Bafoussam has a population of 373,268 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Cameroon.
What region is Bafoussam in?
Bafoussam is located in West, Cameroon.
Is Bafoussam the capital of Cameroon?
No, the capital of Cameroon is Yaoundé, about 217 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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