Maswa Population 2026
Maswa has a population of 22,025, making it the #149 biggest city in 🇹🇿 Tanzania, located in Simiyu. It is about 244× smaller than Dar es Salaam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,025
Rank in Tanzania
#149
Coordinates
2.68°S, 33.98°E
~1,310 m elevation · Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Distance to capital (Dodoma)
434 km
270 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Simiyu
| City | Population | Rank in Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
| Bariadi | 260,927 | #15 |
| Somanda | 33,932 | #87 |
| Kisesa | 29,804 | #100 |
| Shanwa | 28,000 | #107 |
| Nyalikungu | 24,648 | #128 |
| Lalago | 22,551 | #145 |
| Mwanhuzi | 21,664 | #150 |
| Nyakabindi | 18,428 | #191 |
Cities near Maswa
- Nyakabindi18,428 people · ~6 km away
- Bariadi260,927 people · ~13 km away
- Kisesa29,804 people · ~48 km away
- Shanwa28,000 people · ~59 km away
- Nyalikungu24,648 people · ~60 km away
- Magu35,000 people · ~61 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Maswa?
Maswa has a population of 22,025 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #149 biggest city in Tanzania.
What region is Maswa in?
Maswa is located in Simiyu, Tanzania.
Is Maswa the capital of Tanzania?
No, the capital of Tanzania is Dodoma, about 434 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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