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Masasi
City in Mtwara, Tanzania
Overview
Masasi is a lively town in the Mtwara region of southern Tanzania, known for its relaxed pace, agricultural activities, and strong local culture. The city is a hub for the surrounding rural areas and offers a distinctive look into Tanzanian town life away from the busy coasts.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Tanzania
Region
Mtwara
Population
314,778
Time Zone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Coordinates
-10.72°, 38.80°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
15
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
45
Monthly Cost
$431
Local Cost
$165
Local Income
$110
Cashless
30
English
25
Temperature
24.4°C
Summer Avg
25.4°C
Winter Avg
22.0°C
Record High
39.1°C
Record Low
11.9°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
1368 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
XMI
Distance
4 km
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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 2025-12-05.
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 35/100.
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