Makak Population 2026
Makak has a population of 29,135, making it the #61 biggest city in 🇨🇲 Cameroon, located in Centre. Roughly 0.1% of Cameroon's population lives here. It is about 46× smaller than Douala, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,135
Rank in Cameroon
#61
Coordinates
3.55°N, 11.03°E
~648 m elevation · Africa/Douala
Distance to capital (Yaoundé)
64 km
40 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Centre
| City | Population | Rank in Cameroon |
|---|---|---|
| Yaoundé | 1,299,369 | #2 |
| Mbalmayo | 82,384 | #20 |
| Bafia | 74,050 | #25 |
| Obala | 45,321 | #37 |
| Akonolinga | 30,078 | #59 |
| Mbandjok | 29,281 | #60 |
| Nanga Eboko | 28,518 | #63 |
| Eséka | 27,928 | #64 |
Cities near Makak
FAQ
What is the population of Makak?
Makak has a population of 29,135 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #61 biggest city in Cameroon.
What region is Makak in?
Makak is located in Centre, Cameroon.
Is Makak the capital of Cameroon?
No, the capital of Cameroon is Yaoundé, about 64 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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