United Republic of Tanzania
19502100
2026
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Total population
72,563,780
Density
82 people/km²
Median age
17.6 years
Growth rate
+2.79%
Total population from 1950 to 2100 (projections beyond 2024)
Male and female population with sex ratio trend
No population by gender data available.
Population distribution by 5-year age groups (Projection)
People per square kilometre
Age where half the population is younger
Annual percentage change in population size
United Republic of Tanzania is experiencing rapid population growth, adding millions of people each year. The population is gradually aging, with median age projected to reach 22 by 2050 (currently 17 in 2026). Looking ahead, UN projections show the population reaching 262.8M by 2100—more than double 2026's level.