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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Dar es Salaam Region · 🇹🇿 Tanzania

Dar es Salaam is a major city in Dar es Salaam Region, Tanzania with a population of 5,383,728. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
5,383,728 Population 10,010/sq mi density
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
42.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.6%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 51.3%
314% higher than US avg

People

Population5,383,728
Median Age17.7 yrs
Density10,010/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,224
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty51.3%

Health

Obesity12.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking4.3%
Depression4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband29.1%
Population5,383,728
Population Density10,010 / sq mi
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates-6.8235°, 39.2695°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceDar es Salaam Region
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation42.0 inches (1,066 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.7 years

Is Dar es Salaam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dar es Salaam receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Dar es Salaam faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 51.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Dar es Salaam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Dar es Salaam has a population of 5,383,728 with a density of 10,010 people per square mile. The median age is 17.7 years, 54% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,383,728
Total Population
10,010
People / sq mi
17.7yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg
537.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Dar es Salaam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dar es Salaam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dar es Salaam is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 51.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Dar es Salaam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate51.3%
314% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Dar es Salaam, 12.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.3% are current smokers. 4.6% report depression. 82.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dar es Salaam vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.6%
61% below US avg
Diabetes6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking4.3%
69% below US avg
Binge Drinking5.6%
Physical Inactivity82.1%
Depression4.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate49.0%

Food & Exercise

Dar es Salaam has an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above US avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area537.8 sq mi (1,393.0 km²)
Population Density10,010/sq mi
Coordinates-6.8235°N, 39.2695°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). 29.1% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.0%
88% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density10,010/sq mi
Total Area537.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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