Lindi Population 2026
Lindi has a population of 95,096, making it the #36 biggest city in 🇹🇿 Tanzania, located in Lindi. Roughly 0.1% of Tanzania's population lives here. It is about 57× smaller than Dar es Salaam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
95,096
Rank in Tanzania
#36
Coordinates
10.00°S, 39.72°E
~12 m elevation · Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Distance to capital (Dodoma)
610 km
379 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Lindi
| City | Population | Rank in Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
| Liwale | 25,000 | #121 |
| Kilwa Masoko | 21,519 | #152 |
| Nachingwea | 21,000 | #159 |
| Ruangwa | 20,000 | #170 |
| Nyangao | 16,343 | #213 |
Cities near Lindi
FAQ
What is the population of Lindi?
Lindi has a population of 95,096 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #36 biggest city in Tanzania.
What region is Lindi in?
Lindi is located in Lindi, Tanzania.
Is Lindi the capital of Tanzania?
No, the capital of Tanzania is Dodoma, about 610 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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