Ruangwa Population 2026
Ruangwa has a population of 20,000, making it the #170 biggest city in 🇹🇿 Tanzania, located in Lindi. It is about 269× smaller than Dar es Salaam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,000
Rank in Tanzania
#170
Coordinates
10.07°S, 38.93°E
~348 m elevation · Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Distance to capital (Dodoma)
558 km
347 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 |
| Nyangao | 16,343 | #213 |
Cities near Ruangwa
FAQ
What is the population of Ruangwa?
Ruangwa has a population of 20,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #170 biggest city in Tanzania.
What region is Ruangwa in?
Ruangwa is located in Lindi, Tanzania.
Is Ruangwa the capital of Tanzania?
No, the capital of Tanzania is Dodoma, about 558 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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