Mwanhuzi Population 2026
Mwanhuzi has a population of 21,664, making it the #150 biggest city in 🇹🇿 Tanzania, located in Simiyu. It is about 249× smaller than Dar es Salaam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,664
Rank in Tanzania
#150
Coordinates
3.53°S, 34.32°E
~1,196 m elevation · Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Distance to capital (Dodoma)
334 km
207 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 |
| Maswa | 22,025 | #149 |
| Nyakabindi | 18,428 | #191 |
Cities near Mwanhuzi
FAQ
What is the population of Mwanhuzi?
Mwanhuzi has a population of 21,664 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #150 biggest city in Tanzania.
What region is Mwanhuzi in?
Mwanhuzi is located in Simiyu, Tanzania.
Is Mwanhuzi the capital of Tanzania?
No, the capital of Tanzania is Dodoma, about 334 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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