Mbalmayo Population 2026
Mbalmayo has a population of 82,384, making it the #20 biggest city in 🇨🇲 Cameroon, located in Centre. Roughly 0.3% of Cameroon's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than Douala, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
82,384
Rank in Cameroon
#20
Coordinates
3.52°N, 11.50°E
~663 m elevation · Africa/Douala
Distance to capital (Yaoundé)
39 km
24 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Centre
| City | Population | Rank in Cameroon |
|---|---|---|
| Yaoundé | 1,299,369 | #2 |
| Bafia | 74,050 | #25 |
| Obala | 45,321 | #37 |
| Akonolinga | 30,078 | #59 |
| Mbandjok | 29,281 | #60 |
| Makak | 29,135 | #61 |
| Nanga Eboko | 28,518 | #63 |
| Eséka | 27,928 | #64 |
Cities near Mbalmayo
FAQ
What is the population of Mbalmayo?
Mbalmayo has a population of 82,384 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #20 biggest city in Cameroon.
What region is Mbalmayo in?
Mbalmayo is located in Centre, Cameroon.
Is Mbalmayo the capital of Cameroon?
No, the capital of Cameroon is Yaoundé, about 39 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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