SangoServicesCooking Prices in Cameroon in 2026
How much does cooking cost in Cameroon? Here are the current rates on SangoServices.
Price guide
| Indicator | Amount (FCFA/day) |
|---|---|
| Minimum rate | 3 000 FCFA |
| Average rate | 6 000 FCFA |
| Maximum rate | 10 000 FCFA |
| Average rate (pre-funded) | 7 000 FCFA |
Source: SangoServices 2026 data. Rates vary by city, experience and job duration.
Rates by city
| City | Average rate | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Douala | 6 500 FCFA | 3 500 FCFA — 11 000 FCFA |
| Yaoundé | 6 500 FCFA | 3 000 FCFA — 10 500 FCFA |
| Bafoussam | 5 500 FCFA | 2 500 FCFA — 9 000 FCFA |
| Bamenda | 5 000 FCFA | 2 500 FCFA — 8 500 FCFA |
| Garoua | 5 000 FCFA | 2 500 FCFA — 8 000 FCFA |
| Kribi | 4 500 FCFA | 2 500 FCFA — 7 500 FCFA |
| Limbe | 5 000 FCFA | 2 500 FCFA — 8 000 FCFA |
| Buea | 5 000 FCFA | 2 500 FCFA — 8 500 FCFA |
| Maroua | 4 000 FCFA | 2 000 FCFA — 7 000 FCFA |
| Ngaoundéré | 4 500 FCFA | 2 500 FCFA — 7 500 FCFA |
| Bertoua | 4 000 FCFA | 2 000 FCFA — 7 000 FCFA |
| Ebolowa | 4 000 FCFA | 2 000 FCFA — 7 000 FCFA |
| Kumba | 4 500 FCFA | 2 500 FCFA — 7 500 FCFA |
How much can you earn in cooking in Cameroon?
A home cook in Douala earns an average of 6,000 FCFA per day. Rates range from 3,000 FCFA for a simple meal to 10,000 FCFA for an event or elaborate menu. Cooks specializing in events and traditional celebrations earn the best income.
On SangoServices, cooking workers set their own rates. The platform is free for workers — you keep 100% of your earnings.
Find cooking work →Frequently asked questions
How much does cooking cost in Cameroon?
In 2026, cooking costs between 3 000 FCFA and 10 000 FCFA per day in Cameroon, with an average of 6 000 FCFA. Rates are higher in Douala and Yaoundé, and lower in secondary cities.
How to find affordable cooking?
On SangoServices, you set the amount yourself in FCFA. Verified workers in your neighborhood apply, and you choose. Post your listing and receive applications in minutes.
Is payment secure on SangoServices?
Yes. The worker confirms the task with photos and GPS, then the employer validates. For jobs of 10,000 FCFA or more, pre-funding secures payment before work begins.
Need cooking services?
Free for workers. Free posting for employers — 15% completion fee.