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Mpwapwa
City in Dodoma, Tanzania
Overview
Mpwapwa is a small, lively town in the Dodoma region, known for its welcoming local community, colorful markets, and scenic rural landscapes. It is a gateway to central Tanzania and offers an authentic, laid-back Tanzanian experience.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Tanzania
Region
Dodoma
Population
30,000
Time Zone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Coordinates
-6.35°, 36.48°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$437
Local Cost
$184
Local Income
$160
Cashless
20
English
30
Temperature
22.0°C
Summer Avg
23.0°C
Winter Avg
19.9°C
Record High
36.3°C
Record Low
9.0°C
Humidity
70%
Precipitation
866 mm
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
1
Parks
0
Transport
2
Walk Score
2
Footways
3.0
Airport
—
Distance
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.
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