Tanzania Population living in slums 2026: 61.38 %
Tanzania's population living in slums in 2026 is 61.38 % (estimate), up 0.1% from 2025. It ranks #17 of 196 countries.
This statistic measures the percentage of a country's population living in slums, highlighting urban poverty and living conditions. Understanding slum populations is crucial for addressing housing challenges and improving the quality of life.
Estimated value for 2026 (interpolated, no direct source).
Where Tanzania ranks (2026)
#17 of 196- #15
Benin63.37% - #16
Myanmar63.09% - #17
Tanzania61.38% - #18
Madagascar60.89% - #19
Ethiopia59.67%
Population living in slums over timeSome values are estimated based on historical trends
| Year | Value | Change | % Change | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 61.38 % | +0.07 % | +0.12% | |
| 2025 | 61.31 % | +1.54 % | +2.57% | |
| 2024 | 59.77 % | +1.54 % | +2.64% | |
| 2023 | 58.24 % | 11.85 % | -16.91% | |
| 2022 | 70.09 % | +14.6 % | +26.32% | |
| 2021 | 55.48 % | +14.6 % | +35.72% | |
| 2020 | 40.88 % | 1.06 % | -2.54% | |
| 2019 | 41.94 % | 1.06 % | -2.47% | |
| 2018 | 43.01 % | 2.13 % | -4.72% | |
| 2017 | 45.14 % | 2.13 % | -4.50% | |
| 2016 | 47.27 % | 2.13 % | -4.31% | |
| 2015 | 49.4 % | 2.13 % | -4.13% | |
| 2014 | 51.52 % | 2.13 % | -3.97% | |
| 2013 | 53.65 % | 2.13 % | -3.82% | |
| 2012 | 55.78 % | 2.13 % | -3.68% | |
| 2011 | 57.91 % | 2.13 % | -3.55% | |
| 2010 | 60.04 % | 2.13 % | -3.42% | |
| 2009 | 62.17 % | 2.13 % | -3.31% | |
| 2008 | 64.3 % | 2.13 % | -3.20% | |
| 2007 | 66.43 % | 2.13 % | -3.11% | |
| 2006 | 68.56 % | 2.13 % | -3.01% | |
| 2005 | 70.68 % | 2.13 % | -2.92% | |
| 2004 | 72.81 % | 2.13 % | -2.84% | |
| 2003 | 74.94 % | 2.13 % | -2.76% | |
| 2002 | 77.07 % | 2.13 % | -2.69% | |
| 2001 | 79.2 % | 2.13 % | -2.62% | |
| 2000 | 81.33 % | — | — |
Cite this page
Geo Factbook. (n.d.). Tanzania: Population living in slums. Retrieved November 13, 2026, from https://geofactbook.com/countries/tanzania/population-living-in-slums
The figures on this page come from UN Habitat. For academic work, cite the original source as well.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tanzania Population living in slums
What is Tanzania's population living in slums in 2026?▾
Tanzania's population living in slums is 61.38 % in 2026 (estimate), according to UN Habitat.
Is Tanzania's population living in slums increasing or decreasing?▾
Tanzania's population living in slums rose by 0.1% from 2025 (61.31 %) to 2026 (61.38 %). Over the past decade (2016–2026) it rose by 29.9%.
How does Tanzania rank for population living in slums?▾
In 2026, Tanzania has the 17th highest population living in slums out of 196 countries with data.
What was Tanzania's population living in slums in 2000?▾
In 2000, Tanzania's population living in slums was 81.33 %. By 2026 it fell by 24.5%.
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