Loum Population 2026
Loum has a population of 58,554, making it the #31 biggest city in 🇨🇲 Cameroon, located in Littoral. Roughly 0.2% of Cameroon's population lives here. It is about 23× smaller than Douala, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
58,554
Rank in Cameroon
#31
Coordinates
4.72°N, 9.74°E
~235 m elevation · Africa/Douala
Distance to capital (Yaoundé)
219 km
136 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Littoral
| City | Population | Rank in Cameroon |
|---|---|---|
| Douala | 1,338,082 | #1 |
| Nkongsamba | 162,309 | #8 |
| Edéa | 103,861 | #15 |
| Melong | 76,716 | #23 |
| Mbanga | 44,155 | #39 |
| Manjo | 41,740 | #45 |
| Njombé | 27,130 | #68 |
| Souza Gare | 24,994 | #73 |
Cities near Loum
FAQ
What is the population of Loum?
Loum has a population of 58,554 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #31 biggest city in Cameroon.
What region is Loum in?
Loum is located in Littoral, Cameroon.
Is Loum the capital of Cameroon?
No, the capital of Cameroon is Yaoundé, about 219 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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