Population: 28 million
Cameroon has a population of 28 million. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $45 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Cameroon is $45 billion ($1,600 per capita).
Capital: Yaounde
The capital city of Cameroon is Yaounde. Currency: Central African CFA Franc (XAF).
Languages: French, English
Official/main languages: French, English. Area: 475,442 km². Continent: Africa.
Cameroon Overview
Cameroon (🇨🇲) is located in Africa with a total area of 475,442 km². The country has a population of 28 million and its capital is Yaounde.
Economy
- GDP: $45 billion
- GDP per capita: $1,600
- Currency: Central African CFA Franc (XAF)
Key Facts
- Capital: Yaounde
- Languages: French, English
- Area: 475,442 km²
- Continent: Africa
How to read this Cameroon profile
Use the population of 28 million together with the area of 475,442 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $45 billion and GDP per capita of $1,600 describe different economic measures and should not be treated as household income. Values are rounded reference figures rather than a live census.
Cameroon data sources and update scope
This Cameroon profile is a curated reference snapshot assembled from public demographic and economic datasets. Reporting years can differ between indicators; verify time-sensitive decisions with the country's official statistics agency. PocketWorld's linked map layers update independently from these profile values.
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Cameroon?
The population of Cameroon is approximately 28 million.
What is the GDP of Cameroon?
The GDP of Cameroon is approximately $45 billion, which translates to $1,600 per capita.
What is the capital of Cameroon?
The capital of Cameroon is Yaounde.