Douala Population 2026
Douala has a population of 1,338,082, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇨🇲 Cameroon, located in Littoral. Roughly 4.4% of Cameroon's population lives here.
Population (city proper)
1,338,082
Rank in Cameroon
#1
Coordinates
4.05°N, 9.70°E
~19 m elevation · Africa/Douala
Distance to capital (Yaoundé)
202 km
125 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Littoral
| City | Population | Rank in Cameroon |
|---|---|---|
| Nkongsamba | 162,309 | #8 |
| Edéa | 103,861 | #15 |
| Melong | 76,716 | #23 |
| Loum | 58,554 | #31 |
| Mbanga | 44,155 | #39 |
| Manjo | 41,740 | #45 |
| Njombé | 27,130 | #68 |
| Souza Gare | 24,994 | #73 |
Cities near Douala
FAQ
What is the population of Douala?
Douala has a population of 1,338,082 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Cameroon.
What region is Douala in?
Douala is located in Littoral, Cameroon.
Is Douala the capital of Cameroon?
No, the capital of Cameroon is Yaoundé, about 202 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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