Population
Cameroon is higher
Cameroon records 29,123,744, about 11.5× the other value.
The biggest differences first
Surface area
Cameroon is higher
Cameroon records 475,440 km², about 1.78× the other value.
Nominal GDP
Cameroon is higher
Cameroon records $53.30 billion, about 2.55× the other value.
What stands out
Proportional bars and relative differences make the headline numbers easier to read.
Population
🇨🇲 Cameroon29,123,744
🇬🇦 Gabon2,538,952
Cameroon’s population is about 11.5× that of Gabon, a difference of 26,584,792.
Surface area
🇨🇲 Cameroon475,440 km²
🇬🇦 Gabon267,670 km²
Cameroon’s surface area is 78% larger than that of Gabon, a difference of 207,770 km².
Population density
🇨🇲 Cameroon61.3 /km²
🇬🇦 Gabon9.5 /km²
Cameroon’s population density is 546% higher than that of Gabon, a difference of 51.8 /km².
Nominal GDP
🇨🇲 Cameroon$53.30 billion · 2024
🇬🇦 Gabon$20.90 billion · 2024
Cameroon’s nominal GDP is 155% larger than that of Gabon, a difference of $32.40 billion.
GDP per capita
🇨🇲 Cameroon$1,830 · 2024
🇬🇦 Gabon$8,230 · 2024
Gabon’s GDP per capita is 350% higher than that of Cameroon, a difference of $6,400.
Values use the latest available observations in WorldSumma. Economic reporting years are shown when available and can differ by country.
Full side-by-side comparison
Capital
Yaounde
Libreville
Population
29,123,744
2,538,952
Surface area
475,440 km²
267,670 km²
Population density
61.3 /km²
9.5 /km²
Nominal GDP
$53.30 billion · 2024
$20.90 billion · 2024
GDP per capita
$1,830 · 2024
$8,230 · 2024
Region
Africa
Africa
Subregion
Middle Africa
Middle Africa
Currency
Central African CFA franc · XAF · FCFA
Central African CFA franc · XAF · FCFA
Nationality
Cameroonian
Gabonese
Phone code
+237
+241
Internet domain
.cm
.ga
ISO codes
CM / CMR
GA / GAB
Time zone
Africa/Douala
Africa/Libreville
Native name
Cameroon
Gabon
| Measure | Cameroon | Gabon |
|---|---|---|
| Capital | Yaounde | Libreville |
| Population | 29,123,744 | 2,538,952 |
| Surface area | 475,440 km² | 267,670 km² |
| Population density | 61.3 /km² | 9.5 /km² |
| Nominal GDP | $53.30 billion · 2024 | $20.90 billion · 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $1,830 · 2024 | $8,230 · 2024 |
| Region | Africa | Africa |
| Subregion | Middle Africa | Middle Africa |
| Currency | Central African CFA franc · XAF · FCFA | Central African CFA franc · XAF · FCFA |
| Nationality | Cameroonian | Gabonese |
| Phone code | +237 | +241 |
| Internet domain | .cm | .ga |
| ISO codes | CM / CMR | GA / GAB |
| Time zone | Africa/Douala | Africa/Libreville |
| Native name | Cameroon | Gabon |
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Country overviews
AI-assisted profile prose · methodologyAbout Cameroon
Nestled at the crossroads of West and Central Africa, Cameroon is often called "Africa in Miniature" for its rich tapestry of landscapes, peoples, and traditions that span from the Sahara fringe to lush rainforests and bustling coastal cities.
Full Cameroon profile →About Gabon
Gabon, nestled on the equatorial coast of Central Africa, captivates visitors with its lush rainforests, vibrant wildlife, and a blend of traditional African and French influences that shape its unique identity.
Full Gabon profile →Cameroon & Gabon: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Cameroon?
The capital of Cameroon is Yaounde.
What is the population of Cameroon?
Cameroon has a recorded population of approximately 29,123,744 people.
How big is Cameroon?
Cameroon covers an area of about 475,440 km².
What is the population density of Cameroon?
Cameroon has a population density of roughly 61.3 /km² (people per square kilometre).
What is the GDP of Cameroon?
Cameroon has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $53.30 billion as of 2024.
What is the GDP per capita of Cameroon?
Cameroon has a GDP per capita of approximately $1,830.
What currency is used in Cameroon?
Cameroon uses the Central African CFA franc (XAF), with the symbol FCFA.
Where is Cameroon located?
Cameroon is located in Middle Africa, Africa.
What are people from Cameroon called?
People from Cameroon are referred to as Cameroonian.
What is the phone calling code for Cameroon?
The international dialing code for Cameroon is +237.
What is the internet domain for Cameroon?
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Cameroon is .cm.
What time zone is Cameroon in?
Cameroon uses the Africa/Douala time zone.
What is Cameroon known for?
Nestled at the crossroads of West and Central Africa, Cameroon is often called "Africa in Miniature" for its rich tapestry of landscapes, peoples, and traditions that span from the Sahara fringe to lush rainforests and bustling coastal cities.
What is the capital of Gabon?
The capital of Gabon is Libreville.
What is the population of Gabon?
Gabon has a recorded population of approximately 2,538,952 people.
How big is Gabon?
Gabon covers an area of about 267,670 km².
What is the population density of Gabon?
Gabon has a population density of roughly 9.5 /km² (people per square kilometre).
What is the GDP of Gabon?
Gabon has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $20.90 billion as of 2024.
What is the GDP per capita of Gabon?
Gabon has a GDP per capita of approximately $8,230.
What currency is used in Gabon?
Gabon uses the Central African CFA franc (XAF), with the symbol FCFA.
Where is Gabon located?
Gabon is located in Middle Africa, Africa.
What are people from Gabon called?
People from Gabon are referred to as Gabonese.
What is the phone calling code for Gabon?
The international dialing code for Gabon is +241.
What is the internet domain for Gabon?
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Gabon is .ga.
What time zone is Gabon in?
Gabon uses the Africa/Libreville time zone.
What is Gabon known for?
Gabon, nestled on the equatorial coast of Central Africa, captivates visitors with its lush rainforests, vibrant wildlife, and a blend of traditional African and French influences that shape its unique identity.