Population: 65 million
Tanzania has a population of 65 million. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $79 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Tanzania is $79 billion ($1,200 per capita).
Capital: Dodoma
The capital city of Tanzania is Dodoma. Currency: Tanzanian Shilling (TZS).
Languages: Swahili, English
Official/main languages: Swahili, English. Area: 945,087 km². Continent: Africa.
Tanzania Overview
Tanzania (🇹🇿) is located in Africa with a total area of 945,087 km². The country has a population of 65 million and its capital is Dodoma.
Economy
- GDP: $79 billion
- GDP per capita: $1,200
- Currency: Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)
Key Facts
- Capital: Dodoma
- Languages: Swahili, English
- Area: 945,087 km²
- Continent: Africa
How to read this Tanzania profile
Use the population of 65 million together with the area of 945,087 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $79 billion and GDP per capita of $1,200 describe different economic measures and should not be treated as household income. Values are rounded reference figures rather than a live census.
Tanzania data sources and update scope
This Tanzania profile is a curated reference snapshot assembled from public demographic and economic datasets. Reporting years can differ between indicators; verify time-sensitive decisions with the country's official statistics agency. PocketWorld's linked map layers update independently from these profile values.
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Tanzania?
The population of Tanzania is approximately 65 million.
What is the GDP of Tanzania?
The GDP of Tanzania is approximately $79 billion, which translates to $1,200 per capita.
What is the capital of Tanzania?
The capital of Tanzania is Dodoma.