Mbanga Population 2026
Mbanga has a population of 44,155, making it the #39 biggest city in 🇨🇲 Cameroon, located in Littoral. Roughly 0.1% of Cameroon's population lives here. It is about 30× smaller than Douala, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
44,155
Rank in Cameroon
#39
Coordinates
4.50°N, 9.57°E
~115 m elevation · Africa/Douala
Distance to capital (Yaoundé)
227 km
141 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 |
| Loum | 58,554 | #31 |
| Manjo | 41,740 | #45 |
| Njombé | 27,130 | #68 |
| Souza Gare | 24,994 | #73 |
Cities near Mbanga
FAQ
What is the population of Mbanga?
Mbanga has a population of 44,155 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #39 biggest city in Cameroon.
What region is Mbanga in?
Mbanga is located in Littoral, Cameroon.
Is Mbanga the capital of Cameroon?
No, the capital of Cameroon is Yaoundé, about 227 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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