Liwale Population 2026
Liwale has a population of 25,000, making it the #121 biggest city in 🇹🇿 Tanzania, located in Lindi. It is about 215× smaller than Dar es Salaam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
25,000
Rank in Tanzania
#121
Coordinates
9.77°S, 37.93°E
~495 m elevation · Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Distance to capital (Dodoma)
467 km
290 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Lindi
| City | Population | Rank in Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
| Lindi | 95,096 | #36 |
| Kilwa Masoko | 21,519 | #152 |
| Nachingwea | 21,000 | #159 |
| Ruangwa | 20,000 | #170 |
| Nyangao | 16,343 | #213 |
Cities near Liwale
FAQ
What is the population of Liwale?
Liwale has a population of 25,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #121 biggest city in Tanzania.
What region is Liwale in?
Liwale is located in Lindi, Tanzania.
Is Liwale the capital of Tanzania?
No, the capital of Tanzania is Dodoma, about 467 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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