Nachingwea Population 2026
Nachingwea has a population of 21,000, making it the #159 biggest city in 🇹🇿 Tanzania, located in Lindi. It is about 256× smaller than Dar es Salaam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,000
Rank in Tanzania
#159
Coordinates
10.37°S, 38.76°E
~427 m elevation · Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Distance to capital (Dodoma)
573 km
356 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Lindi
| City | Population | Rank in Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
| Lindi | 95,096 | #36 |
| Liwale | 25,000 | #121 |
| Kilwa Masoko | 21,519 | #152 |
| Ruangwa | 20,000 | #170 |
| Nyangao | 16,343 | #213 |
Cities near Nachingwea
FAQ
What is the population of Nachingwea?
Nachingwea has a population of 21,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #159 biggest city in Tanzania.
What region is Nachingwea in?
Nachingwea is located in Lindi, Tanzania.
Is Nachingwea the capital of Tanzania?
No, the capital of Tanzania is Dodoma, about 573 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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