Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Major metropolis · Population 5.4M
Dar es Salaam is the largest city in Tanzania with a population of approximately 5,383,728 people as of 2026. This makes it the 50th largest city in the world, accounting for 7.90% of Tanzania's total population of 68.2M. Dar es Salaam is classified as a major metropolis and operates in the Africa/Dar_es_Salaam timezone.
Population
5,383,728
Global Rank
#50
Country Rank
#1
% of Tanzania
7.90%
Dar es Salaam on the Map
Tanzania at a Glance
Country Population
68,153,004
Capital
Dodoma
Region
Eastern Africa
Major Cities
34
GDP per Capita
$1,187
Life Expectancy
67.0 years
Urban Population
36.2%
Growth Rate
0.03%
Other Major Cities in Tanzania
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Dar es Salaam with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kibaha | 265,360 | 39 km |
| Zanzibar | 709,809 | 74 km |
| Morogoro | 471,409 | 178 km |
| Tanga | 393,429 | 196 km |
| Handeni | 108,968 | 208 km |
| Matuga | 194,252 | 297 km |
| Mombasa | 1,208,333 | 311 km |
| Jomvu | 163,415 | 318 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Dar es Salaam?
The population of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania is approximately 5,383,728 people, making it the 50th largest city in the world and the 1st largest in Tanzania.
Is Dar es Salaam the capital of Tanzania?
No, the capital of Tanzania is Dodoma. Dar es Salaam is the 1st largest city in the country.
What timezone is Dar es Salaam in?
Dar es Salaam is in the Africa/Dar_es_Salaam timezone.