Luchingu Population 2026
Luchingu has a population of 25,145, making it the #118 biggest city in 🇹🇿 Tanzania, located in Mtwara. It is about 214× smaller than Dar es Salaam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
25,145
Rank in Tanzania
#118
Coordinates
10.90°S, 39.33°E
~607 m elevation · Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Distance to capital (Dodoma)
658 km
409 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mtwara
| City | Population | Rank in Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
| Mtwara | 140,793 | #27 |
| Masasi | 89,700 | #40 |
| Newala Kisimani | 38,099 | #73 |
| Newala | 34,862 | #82 |
| Lukuledi | 29,699 | #101 |
| Nangomba | 23,028 | #140 |
| Tandahimba | 20,000 | #169 |
| Nanyamba | 19,555 | #175 |
Cities near Luchingu
- Newala34,862 people · ~5 km away
- Newala Kisimani38,099 people · ~8 km away
- Tandahimba20,000 people · ~37 km away
- Kitama16,232 people · ~48 km away
- Nanyamba19,555 people · ~60 km away
- Nanganga17,468 people · ~61 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Luchingu?
Luchingu has a population of 25,145 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #118 biggest city in Tanzania.
What region is Luchingu in?
Luchingu is located in Mtwara, Tanzania.
Is Luchingu the capital of Tanzania?
No, the capital of Tanzania is Dodoma, about 658 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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