Rank #35 by World Population
🇨🇲Cameroon
Cameroon has a population of 28,372,687, ranking #35 in the world. The capital is Yaounde. Located in Sub-Saharan Africa .
World Bank: Lower middle income
28,372,687
Population
#35
World Rank
63.7
Life Expectancy
$1,720
GDP Per Capita
Cameroon, #35 by world population
Cameroon Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Cameroon had a population of 5,159,057 in 1960 and 29,123,744 in 2024, a 5.6× growth over 64 years. The peak was 29,123,744 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.74%.
29,123,744
Population (2024)
5,159,057
Population (1960)
29,123,744
Peak (2024)
2.74%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 5,159,057 |
| 1961 | 5,239,273 |
| 1962 | 5,338,620 |
| 1963 | 5,456,623 |
| 1964 | 5,578,257 |
| 1965 | 5,704,686 |
| 1966 | 5,837,295 |
| 1967 | 5,977,318 |
| 1968 | 6,125,863 |
| 1969 | 6,283,462 |
| 1970 | 6,449,793 |
| 1971 | 6,624,408 |
| 1972 | 6,806,872 |
| 1973 | 6,996,660 |
| 1974 | 7,193,583 |
| 1975 | 7,397,120 |
| 1976 | 7,597,962 |
| 1977 | 7,796,501 |
| 1978 | 8,011,921 |
| 1979 | 8,239,641 |
| 1980 | 8,512,219 |
| 1981 | 8,816,377 |
| 1982 | 9,028,678 |
| 1983 | 9,215,397 |
| 1984 | 9,475,078 |
| 1985 | 9,761,730 |
| 1986 | 10,060,342 |
| 1987 | 10,370,749 |
| 1988 | 10,684,968 |
| 1989 | 11,002,745 |
| 1990 | 11,331,821 |
| 1991 | 11,667,180 |
| 1992 | 12,006,353 |
| 1993 | 12,353,131 |
| 1994 | 12,704,903 |
| 1995 | 13,058,516 |
| 1996 | 13,414,757 |
| 1997 | 13,775,214 |
| 1998 | 14,144,860 |
| 1999 | 14,525,140 |
| 2000 | 14,912,631 |
| 2001 | 15,309,490 |
| 2002 | 15,725,528 |
| 2003 | 16,160,340 |
| 2004 | 16,610,487 |
| 2005 | 17,074,594 |
| 2006 | 17,550,407 |
| 2007 | 18,049,896 |
| 2008 | 18,574,056 |
| 2009 | 19,113,974 |
| 2010 | 19,668,066 |
| 2011 | 20,232,304 |
| 2012 | 20,809,529 |
| 2013 | 21,402,376 |
| 2014 | 22,059,893 |
| 2015 | 22,763,414 |
| 2016 | 23,454,161 |
| 2017 | 24,128,601 |
| 2018 | 24,806,383 |
| 2019 | 25,506,095 |
| 2020 | 26,210,558 |
| 2021 | 26,915,758 |
| 2022 | 27,632,771 |
| 2023 | 28,372,687 |
| 2024 | 29,123,744 |
Demographics
| Population | 28,372,687 |
| Population Growth Rate | 2.64% |
| Urban Population | 55.1% |
| Fertility Rate | 4.32 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 63.7 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 41.3 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$1,720
GDP Per Capita
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Lower middle income
Income Level
37.9%
Trade (% of GDP)
Health & Education
4.6%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
0.14
Physicians per 1,000
2.8%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
41.3
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
72.0%
Electricity Access
40.1%
Internet Users
81
Mobile Subs per 100
60.0
People per km2
-4,798
Net Migration
Environment
42.7%
Forest Area
Cameroon Climate
Cameroon has an average annual temperature of 23.9°C (75°F) and receives about 1637 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is February and the coldest is July. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
23.9°C
Avg Temp
1637
Precip (mm/yr)
Feb
Hottest Month
Jul
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 24° / 76° | 21 mm |
| February | 25° / 78° | 49 mm |
| March | 25° / 77° | 139 mm |
| April | 25° / 77° | 182 mm |
| May | 24° / 76° | 220 mm |
| June | 23° / 74° | 160 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 80 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 112 mm |
| September | 23° / 74° | 249 mm |
| October | 23° / 74° | 299 mm |
| November | 24° / 75° | 104 mm |
| December | 24° / 75° | 22 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Cameroon
The most comfortable months to visit Cameroon are typically December, January and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is February (around 31°C high). The coldest is July (near 19°C low). October is usually the wettest month.
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Cameroon in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cameroon has a population of 28,372,687, ranking #35 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 2.64%.
Life expectancy in Cameroon is 63.7 years. The infant mortality rate is 41.3 per 1,000 live births.
Cameroon's GDP per capita is $1,720. It is classified as a lower middle income country by the World Bank.
55.1% of Cameroon's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 60.0 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Cameroon is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Cameroon are typically December, January and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Cameroon has an average annual temperature of 23.9°C and about 1637 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically February and the coldest is July.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
Cameroon is a country in Sub-Saharan Africa with a population of 28,372,687. The population is expanding fast — roughly 2.6% annually.
Cameroon is a lower-income economy, with GDP per capita of about $1,720. Life expectancy is 63.7 years, below the global average, with a fertility rate of 4.3 births per woman, and 55.1% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.