Nangomba Population 2026
Nangomba has a population of 23,028, making it the #140 biggest city in 🇹🇿 Tanzania, located in Mtwara. It is about 234× smaller than Dar es Salaam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,028
Rank in Tanzania
#140
Coordinates
10.90°S, 38.50°E
~293 m elevation · Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Distance to capital (Dodoma)
607 km
377 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 |
| Luchingu | 25,145 | #118 |
| Tandahimba | 20,000 | #169 |
| Nanyamba | 19,555 | #175 |
Cities near Nangomba
- Masasi89,700 people · ~39 km away
- Lukuledi29,699 people · ~49 km away
- Nachingwea21,000 people · ~65 km away
- Newala Kisimani38,099 people · ~86 km away
- Newala34,862 people · ~87 km away
- Luchingu25,145 people · ~91 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Nangomba?
Nangomba has a population of 23,028 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #140 biggest city in Tanzania.
What region is Nangomba in?
Nangomba is located in Mtwara, Tanzania.
Is Nangomba the capital of Tanzania?
No, the capital of Tanzania is Dodoma, about 607 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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