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Mtama
City in Lindi, Tanzania
Overview
Mtama is a small, laid-back town in the Lindi region of southern Tanzania, serving as the district's administrative center. Known for its welcoming community and authentic Swahili culture, Mtama offers visitors an off-the-beaten-path experience with local markets and rural landscapes.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Tanzania
Region
Lindi
Population
11,928
Time Zone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Coordinates
-10.30°, 39.37°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$337
Local Cost
$192
Local Income
$90
Cashless
15
English
25
Temperature
24.1°C
Summer Avg
25.3°C
Winter Avg
21.8°C
Record High
38.5°C
Record Low
12.1°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
1400 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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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 2025-12-07.
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 40/100.
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