Garoua Boulaï Population 2026
Garoua Boulaï has a population of 46,615, making it the #36 biggest city in 🇨🇲 Cameroon, located in East. Roughly 0.2% of Cameroon's population lives here. It is about 29× smaller than Douala, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
46,615
Rank in Cameroon
#36
Coordinates
5.88°N, 14.55°E
~1,034 m elevation · Africa/Douala
Distance to capital (Yaoundé)
404 km
251 miles, straight line
Other big cities in East
| City | Population | Rank in Cameroon |
|---|---|---|
| Bertoua | 137,993 | #11 |
| Batouri | 49,422 | #34 |
| Yokadouma | 32,900 | #53 |
| Abong Mbang | 24,433 | #77 |
| Bélabo | 24,359 | #79 |
Cities near Garoua Boulaï
FAQ
What is the population of Garoua Boulaï?
Garoua Boulaï has a population of 46,615 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #36 biggest city in Cameroon.
What region is Garoua Boulaï in?
Garoua Boulaï is located in East, Cameroon.
Is Garoua Boulaï the capital of Cameroon?
No, the capital of Cameroon is Yaoundé, about 404 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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