Nyangao Population 2026
Nyangao has a population of 16,343, making it the #213 biggest city in 🇹🇿 Tanzania, located in Lindi. It is about 329× smaller than Dar es Salaam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,343
Rank in Tanzania
#213
Coordinates
10.33°S, 39.28°E
~182 m elevation · Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Distance to capital (Dodoma)
605 km
376 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 |
| Nachingwea | 21,000 | #159 |
| Ruangwa | 20,000 | #170 |
Cities near Nyangao
- Nanganga17,468 people · ~16 km away
- Ruangwa20,000 people · ~48 km away
- Nachingwea21,000 people · ~57 km away
- Lukuledi29,699 people · ~59 km away
- Tandahimba20,000 people · ~60 km away
- Lindi95,096 people · ~60 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Nyangao?
Nyangao has a population of 16,343 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #213 biggest city in Tanzania.
What region is Nyangao in?
Nyangao is located in Lindi, Tanzania.
Is Nyangao the capital of Tanzania?
No, the capital of Tanzania is Dodoma, about 605 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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