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Douala vs Maroua

Cameroon vs Cameroon · 888 km apart

Douala

Cameroon

FCFA298,549 ($493)

single / month

VS

Maroua

Cameroon

FCFA225,060 ($372)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseDoualaMarouaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$5.07$3.90Maroua
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$20.28$15.60Maroua
Cappuccino$1.52$1.17Maroua
Monthly groceries (single person)$115$88.40Maroua
Monthly public transport pass$18.59$14.30Maroua
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$49.01$37.70Maroua
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$14.20$10.92Maroua
Fitness club membership$14.20$10.92Maroua
Cinema ticket$3.72$2.86Maroua
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$223$161Maroua
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$155$112Maroua
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$466$336Maroua
Total single-person budget$493$372Maroua
Average net salary$390$300

Verdict

Maroua is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Douala runs about $493 versus $372 in Maroua — a difference of roughly 25%.

Salary-adjusted, Maroua leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Douala  ·  Full cost of living in Maroua

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Douala cheaper than Maroua?
No. Douala costs an estimated $493 per month for a single person, about 25% more than Maroua at $372.
How far is Douala from Maroua?
The straight-line distance between Douala and Maroua is approximately 888 km (552 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Douala or Maroua?
The estimated average net salary is $390 in Douala and $300 in Maroua. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Douala versus $0 in Maroua per month.