Tanzania — Country Facts & Profile
Eastern Africa, Africa
The Tanzanian shilling (TZS) is the official currency of Tanzania, a country of 68,153,004 people in Eastern Africa. With 947,303 km² of territory and Dodoma as its capital, it sits within the wider Africa region. The official languages are English and Swahili. It ranks #21 in the world by population and #32 by land area.
Country Profile
Wealth & Economy
Tanzania has a GDP per capita of $1,187, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Stadiums & Hospitals
Notable infrastructure highlights in Tanzania, including CCM Kirumba Stadium with a capacity of 35,000 seats.
35,000 seats
Geographic Overview
Tanzania is located in Eastern Africa at coordinates 6.00°S, 35.00°E. It shares borders with 8 countries. Total land area: 947,303 km² (365,756 mi²). Population density: 72 people per km². The highest point is Mount Kibo at 5,895 m.
Cost of Living & Climate
Key indicators for visiting or living in Tanzania. Average temperature in Dodoma: 23.8°C (75°F).
Top Cities of Tanzania
Internal Divisions
Dar es Salaam Region
2 cities · 5,402,814 people
Largest: Dar es Salaam
Mwanza
11 cities · 1,419,636 people
Largest: Mwanza
Morogoro
21 cities · 1,170,975 people
Largest: Morogoro
Mbeya
18 cities · 1,057,863 people
Largest: Mbeya
Dodoma
8 cities · 972,569 people
Largest: Dodoma
Arusha
14 cities · 884,186 people
Largest: Arusha
Pwani
17 cities · 803,037 people
Largest: Kibaha
Tanga
16 cities · 800,141 people
Largest: Tanga
Geita
10 cities · 779,458 people
Largest: Geita
Shinyanga
9 cities · 745,142 people
Largest: Kahama
Zanzibar Urban/West
2 cities · 715,455 people
Largest: Zanzibar
Mara
15 cities · 711,829 people
Largest: Bunda
Tabora
11 cities · 623,203 people
Largest: Tabora
Kigoma
8 cities · 618,810 people
Largest: Kasulu
Mtwara
20 cities · 556,565 people
Largest: Mtwara
Singida
16 cities · 526,439 people
Largest: Singida
Ruvuma
10 cities · 509,050 people
Largest: Songea
Simiyu
11 cities · 490,723 people
Largest: Bariadi
Rukwa
7 cities · 448,365 people
Largest: Sumbawanga
Kilimanjaro
13 cities · 425,700 people
Largest: Moshi
Kagera
15 cities · 406,355 people
Largest: Bukoba
Iringa
7 cities · 401,359 people
Largest: Iringa
Songwe
4 cities · 357,747 people
Largest: Tunduma
Manyara
13 cities · 309,412 people
Largest: Babati
Njombe
7 cities · 280,882 people
Largest: Makumbako
Katavi
4 cities · 246,500 people
Largest: Mpanda
Lindi
9 cities · 233,160 people
Largest: Lindi
Pemba South
3 cities · 82,563 people
Largest: Chake Chake
Pemba North
3 cities · 55,319 people
Largest: Wete
Zanzibar Central/South
3 cities · 33,601 people
Largest: Sokoni
Zanzibar North
2 cities · 33,334 people
Largest: Nungwi
Frequently Asked Questions about Tanzania
- What is the capital of Tanzania?
- The capital of Tanzania is Dodoma.
- What is the population of Tanzania?
- Tanzania has a population of approximately 68,153,004 people.
- What continent is Tanzania in?
- Tanzania is located in Africa, in the Eastern Africa subregion.
- Where is Tanzania located?
- Tanzania is located in Eastern Africa, Africa, at coordinates 6.0°S, 35.0°E.
- What currency does Tanzania use?
- Tanzania uses the Tanzanian shilling (Sh TZS).
- What is the capital and currency of Tanzania?
- The capital of Tanzania is Dodoma and the currency is the Tanzanian shilling (TZS).
- What languages are spoken in Tanzania?
- The official languages of Tanzania are English, Swahili.
- What is the area of Tanzania?
- Tanzania covers a total area of 947,303 km² (365,756 square miles).
- How large is Tanzania in square miles?
- Tanzania has a total area of approximately 365,756 square miles (947,303 km²).
- What is the population density of Tanzania?
- Tanzania has a population density of approximately 72 people per km².
- Is Tanzania an independent country?
- Yes, Tanzania is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Tanzania border?
- Tanzania shares land borders with 8 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Tanzania?
- The GDP per capita of Tanzania is approximately $1,187.
- What is the average temperature in Dodoma?
- The average annual temperature in Dodoma, the capital of Tanzania, is approximately 23.8°C (75°F).
- What countries border Tanzania?
- Tanzania shares land borders with: Burundi, DR Congo, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Rwanda, Uganda, Zambia.
- What is the country calling code for Tanzania?
- The international calling code for Tanzania is +255. To call Tanzania from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +255 and the local number.
- What time zone is Tanzania in?
- Tanzania operates on the UTC+03:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in Tanzania?
- The highest point in Tanzania is Mount Kibo at 5,895 m (19,341 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Tanzania?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Tanzania is approximately $1,210 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Tanzania?
- The average internet speed in Tanzania is 15 Mbps, which is considered below average by global standards.