Meïganga Population 2026
Meïganga has a population of 59,426, making it the #29 biggest city in 🇨🇲 Cameroon, located in Adamaoua. Roughly 0.2% of Cameroon's population lives here. It is about 23× smaller than Douala, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
59,426
Rank in Cameroon
#29
Coordinates
6.52°N, 14.30°E
~970 m elevation · Africa/Douala
Distance to capital (Yaoundé)
426 km
265 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Adamaoua
| City | Population | Rank in Cameroon |
|---|---|---|
| Ngaoundéré | 238,196 | #6 |
| Banyo | 47,936 | #35 |
| Ngaoundal | 40,328 | #46 |
| Tibati | 35,673 | #48 |
Cities near Meïganga
- Garoua Boulaï46,615 people · ~76 km away
- Ngaoundal40,328 people · ~114 km away
- Ngaoundéré238,196 people · ~120 km away
- Touboro28,987 people · ~182 km away
- Tibati35,673 people · ~185 km away
- Bélabo24,359 people · ~208 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Meïganga?
Meïganga has a population of 59,426 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #29 biggest city in Cameroon.
What region is Meïganga in?
Meïganga is located in Adamaoua, Cameroon.
Is Meïganga the capital of Cameroon?
No, the capital of Cameroon is Yaoundé, about 426 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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