American School of Yaoundé
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International Curriculum
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Ib Middle Years
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Overview
Cameroon🇨🇲
At a Glance
How Cameroon compares across key indices
Cost of Living
34 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
66/100
Healthcare
38/100
Quality of Life
105/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Cameroon
Cost of Living
34
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
26
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
34
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
36
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Low RiskHow safe residents feel in Cameroon - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
66/100
Crime Index
27/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Cameroon
Cameroon has 87 modeled cities; this view starts with 40 curated or popular options. Monthly costs for a single person range from $678 in Batouri to $886 in Yaoundé. Batouri leads on safety, scoring 70/100. Mokolo ranks highest for quality of life at 112/200.
đź’¸Most Affordable
Batouri
$678/mo
Safest
Batouri
70/100
Best Quality of Life
Mokolo
112/200
Best Healthcare
Yaoundé
50/100
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Curated and popular cities first.
40 of 87 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yaoundé | $886 | 61/100 | 108/200 | 50/100 | 87 |
| Douala | $796 | 63/100 | 109/200 | 45/100 | 85 |
| Bamenda | $755 | 66/100 | 110/200 | 41/100 | 80 |
| Bafoussam | $750 | 66/100 | 110/200 | 41/100 | 80 |
| Maroua | $744 | 66/100 | 110/200 | 40/100 | 79 |
| Ngaoundéré | $734 | 67/100 | 111/200 | 39/100 | 78 |
| Kumba | $732 | 67/100 | 111/200 | 39/100 | 78 |
| Nkongsamba | $720 | 68/100 | 111/200 | 38/100 | 76 |
| Buea | $715 | 68/100 | 111/200 | 37/100 | 76 |
| Kousséri | $715 | 68/100 | 111/200 | 37/100 | 76 |
| Bertoua | $714 | 68/100 | 111/200 | 37/100 | 76 |
| Limbe | $712 | 68/100 | 111/200 | 37/100 | 75 |
| Foumban | $712 | 68/100 | 111/200 | 37/100 | 75 |
| Kumbo | $711 | 68/100 | 111/200 | 37/100 | 75 |
| Edéa | $704 | 69/100 | 112/200 | 36/100 | 75 |
| Ébolowa | $703 | 69/100 | 112/200 | 36/100 | 74 |
| Dschang | $703 | 69/100 | 112/200 | 36/100 | 74 |
| Tiko | $701 | 69/100 | 112/200 | 36/100 | 74 |
| Kribi | $700 | 69/100 | 112/200 | 36/100 | 74 |
| Mbalmayo | $696 | 69/100 | 112/200 | 36/100 | 74 |
| Guider | $695 | 69/100 | 112/200 | 36/100 | 74 |
| Sangmélima | $694 | 69/100 | 112/200 | 36/100 | 74 |
| Melong | $693 | 69/100 | 112/200 | 35/100 | 73 |
| Foumbot | $692 | 69/100 | 112/200 | 35/100 | 73 |
| Bafia | $692 | 69/100 | 112/200 | 35/100 | 73 |
| Mbouda | $691 | 69/100 | 112/200 | 35/100 | 73 |
| Mutengene | $687 | 70/100 | 112/200 | 35/100 | 73 |
| Mora | $685 | 70/100 | 112/200 | 35/100 | 72 |
| MeĂŻganga | $684 | 70/100 | 112/200 | 35/100 | 72 |
| Yagoua | $684 | 70/100 | 112/200 | 35/100 | 72 |
| Loum | $684 | 70/100 | 112/200 | 35/100 | 72 |
| Bafang | $681 | 70/100 | 112/200 | 34/100 | 72 |
| Mokolo | $679 | 70/100 | 112/200 | 34/100 | 72 |
| Batouri | $678 | 70/100 | 112/200 | 34/100 | 72 |
| Banyo | $678 | 70/100 | 112/200 | 34/100 | 72 |
| Garoua BoulaĂŻ | $678 | 70/100 | 112/200 | 34/100 | 72 |
| Obala | $678 | 70/100 | 112/200 | 34/100 | 72 |
| Oku | $678 | 70/100 | 112/200 | 34/100 | 72 |
| Mbanga | $678 | 70/100 | 112/200 | 34/100 | 72 |
| Muyuka | $678 | 70/100 | 112/200 | 34/100 | 72 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
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Detailed comparison of cost of living, safety, and quality of life
Families
Schools
18 verified school profiles across 4 cities in Cameroon — language model, grade range, credentials, and published tuition. A sample is shown here; filter the full set in the School Finder.
Academic School of Excellence
Verified
Location variesAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ib Diploma
American School of Douala
Verified
DoualaAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ap Course Ledger
College Maarif Yaounde-Nkolfoulou
Verified
YaoundeAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
DCIS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Verified
DoualaAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
DEWEY INTER SCH OF APPLIED SCIENCES
Verified
DoualaAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
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Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Cameroon
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Environment
PollutedAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Cameroon
Pollution Index
80/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
39.8ug/m3
Unhealthy for sensitive
Environmental Quality
Air Quality100/100
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Cameroon, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Cameroon?
Cameroon has a cost of living index of 34 relative to New York City (100). It is significantly cheaper than the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $703 in Ébolowa and reach $886 in Yaoundé.
What is the cheapest city in Cameroon for expats?
Ébolowa is the most affordable city in Cameroon in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $703 for a single person including rent. Edéa is the next most affordable at $704/mo.
Is Cameroon safe for expats?
Cameroon has a safety index of 66/100, making it generally safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Ébolowa scores highest on safety at 69/100.
What is the best city in Cameroon for expats and digital nomads?
Ébolowa ranks highest for quality of life in Cameroon, scoring 112/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $703/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in Cameroon?
Cameroon scores 38/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it limited in some areas by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Is Cameroon cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Cameroon's cost of living is roughly 66% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 74% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
What is the air quality and pollution like in Cameroon?
Cameroon has a pollution index of 80/100 (lower = cleaner). Pollution can be a concern in urban areas. Research specific cities before committing, as rural and coastal areas typically fare better.
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