SangoServicesElderly Care Prices in Cameroon in 2026
How much does elderly care cost in Cameroon? Here are the current rates on SangoServices.
Price guide
| Indicator | Amount (FCFA/day) |
|---|---|
| Minimum rate | 5 000 FCFA |
| Average rate | 8 000 FCFA |
| Maximum rate | 15 000 FCFA |
| Average rate (pre-funded) | 10 000 FCFA |
Source: SangoServices 2026 data. Rates vary by city, experience and job duration.
Rates by city
| City | Average rate | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Douala | 9 000 FCFA | 5 500 FCFA — 16 500 FCFA |
| Yaoundé | 8 500 FCFA | 5 500 FCFA — 16 000 FCFA |
| Bafoussam | 7 000 FCFA | 4 500 FCFA — 13 500 FCFA |
| Bamenda | 7 000 FCFA | 4 500 FCFA — 13 000 FCFA |
| Garoua | 6 500 FCFA | 4 000 FCFA — 12 000 FCFA |
| Kribi | 6 000 FCFA | 4 000 FCFA — 11 500 FCFA |
| Limbe | 6 500 FCFA | 4 000 FCFA — 12 000 FCFA |
| Buea | 7 000 FCFA | 4 500 FCFA — 13 000 FCFA |
| Maroua | 5 500 FCFA | 3 500 FCFA — 10 500 FCFA |
| Ngaoundéré | 6 000 FCFA | 4 000 FCFA — 11 500 FCFA |
| Bertoua | 5 500 FCFA | 3 500 FCFA — 10 500 FCFA |
| Ebolowa | 5 500 FCFA | 3 500 FCFA — 10 500 FCFA |
| Kumba | 6 000 FCFA | 4 000 FCFA — 11 500 FCFA |
How much can you earn in elderly care in Cameroon?
An elderly care worker in Douala earns an average of 8,000 FCFA per day. Rates range from 5,000 FCFA for companionship to 15,000 FCFA for specialized care. This job offers some of the best earnings in the informal economy, with the possibility of exceeding 200,000 FCFA per month.
On SangoServices, elderly care workers set their own rates. The platform is free for workers — you keep 100% of your earnings.
Find elderly care work →Frequently asked questions
How much does elderly care cost in Cameroon?
In 2026, elderly care costs between 5 000 FCFA and 15 000 FCFA per day in Cameroon, with an average of 8 000 FCFA. Rates are higher in Douala and Yaoundé, and lower in secondary cities.
How to find affordable elderly care?
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 elderly care services?
Free for workers. Free posting for employers — 15% completion fee.