Average Height in Cameroon
Explore average height data for Cameroon based on measurements at age 19. Compare men's and women's heights with the global average and discover how Cameroon ranks worldwide.
Average height — men (19)
172.1 cm
Average height — women (19)
160.4 cm
Gender difference
11.7 cm
How Cameroon compares globally
Men in Cameroon are 1 cm shorter than the global average of 173.1 cm.
Women in Cameroon are 0.5 cm shorter than the global average of 160.9 cm.
Data represents average height at age 19 from international health and population studies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average male height in Cameroon?
The average height for 19-year-old men in Cameroon is approximately 172 cm.
What is the average female height in Cameroon?
The average height for 19-year-old women in Cameroon is approximately 160 cm.
How does Cameroon compare to the world average?
The overall average height in Cameroon is 166.3 cm, compared to a global average of approximately 167 cm across 195 countries.