Mtwara Population 2026
Mtwara has a population of 140,793, making it the #27 biggest city in 🇹🇿 Tanzania, located in Mtwara. Roughly 0.2% of Tanzania's population lives here. It is about 38× smaller than Dar es Salaam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
140,793
Rank in Tanzania
#27
Coordinates
10.27°S, 40.18°E
~21 m elevation · Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Distance to capital (Dodoma)
668 km
415 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mtwara
| City | Population | Rank in Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
| Masasi | 89,700 | #40 |
| Newala Kisimani | 38,099 | #73 |
| Newala | 34,862 | #82 |
| Lukuledi | 29,699 | #101 |
| Luchingu | 25,145 | #118 |
| Nangomba | 23,028 | #140 |
| Tandahimba | 20,000 | #169 |
| Nanyamba | 19,555 | #175 |
Cities near Mtwara
FAQ
What is the population of Mtwara?
Mtwara has a population of 140,793 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #27 biggest city in Tanzania.
What region is Mtwara in?
Mtwara is located in Mtwara, Tanzania.
Is Mtwara the capital of Tanzania?
No, the capital of Tanzania is Dodoma, about 668 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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