Somanda Population 2026
Somanda has a population of 33,932, making it the #87 biggest city in 🇹🇿 Tanzania, located in Simiyu. It is about 159× smaller than Dar es Salaam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
33,932
Rank in Tanzania
#87
Coordinates
3.37°S, 33.95°E
~1,208 m elevation · Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Distance to capital (Dodoma)
370 km
230 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Simiyu
| City | Population | Rank in Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
| Bariadi | 260,927 | #15 |
| Kisesa | 29,804 | #100 |
| Shanwa | 28,000 | #107 |
| Nyalikungu | 24,648 | #128 |
| Lalago | 22,551 | #145 |
| Maswa | 22,025 | #149 |
| Mwanhuzi | 21,664 | #150 |
| Nyakabindi | 18,428 | #191 |
Cities near Somanda
FAQ
What is the population of Somanda?
Somanda has a population of 33,932 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #87 biggest city in Tanzania.
What region is Somanda in?
Somanda is located in Simiyu, Tanzania.
Is Somanda the capital of Tanzania?
No, the capital of Tanzania is Dodoma, about 370 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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