Obala Population 2026
Obala has a population of 45,321, making it the #37 biggest city in 🇨🇲 Cameroon, located in Centre. Roughly 0.1% of Cameroon's population lives here. It is about 30× smaller than Douala, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
45,321
Rank in Cameroon
#37
Coordinates
4.17°N, 11.53°E
~542 m elevation · Africa/Douala
Distance to capital (Yaoundé)
33 km
20 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 |
| Akonolinga | 30,078 | #59 |
| Mbandjok | 29,281 | #60 |
| Makak | 29,135 | #61 |
| Nanga Eboko | 28,518 | #63 |
| Eséka | 27,928 | #64 |
Cities near Obala
FAQ
What is the population of Obala?
Obala has a population of 45,321 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #37 biggest city in Cameroon.
What region is Obala in?
Obala is located in Centre, Cameroon.
Is Obala the capital of Cameroon?
No, the capital of Cameroon is Yaoundé, about 33 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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