Categories in Bagamoyo
Gas StationFarmingClothing storesCatholic ChurchChurchesGovernment OfficeMosquesOrphanageConstruction of buildingsConstruction of housesHardware storeHome Goods StoreHousing DevelopmentCollegeEducationEducation CenterElementary SchoolMiddle SchoolPrimary SchoolMuseumsTourist AttractionBar & GrillBars, pubs and tavernsCafesRestaurantsNurseries and garden suppliesBanksHospitalsMedical CenterBusiness to Business ServiceApartment BuildingHoliday Apartment RentalHousing ComplexMarketPharmacyShoppingShopping MallPublic parksBed and breakfastsGuest HouseHostelsHotelsHotels and motelsHousing SocietyLodgeLodgingResortTransportation ServiceUnreachable
Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Bagamoyo
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments |
|---|---|
| Education | 52 |
| Other accommodation | 42 |
| Hotels and motels | 32 |
| Bars, pubs and taverns | 26 |
| Shopping | 25 |
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Primary and elementary schools | 15 |
| Gas station | 15 |
| Churches | 15 |
| Mosques | 13 |
| Pharmacies and drug stores | 12 |
| Hospitals | 9 |
| Clothing stores | 9 |
| Public administration | 9 |
| Museums | 9 |
| Bed and breakfasts | 9 |
Bagamoyo Facts
| Area | 6916.4 km² |
| Population | 438,159 |
| Male Population | 217,176 (49.6%) |
| Female Population | 220,983 (50.4%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | +414.0% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +97.7% |
| Median Age | 20.1 years (Male: 19.9, Female: 20.3) |
| GDP per capita (PPP) | $1,987 (2022) |
| Area Codes | 23 |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | East Africa Time |
| Lat & Lng | -6.44222, 38.90422 |
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Bagamoyo Population
Years 1975 to 2030
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 | 2025* | 2030* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 85,251 | 155,410 | 221,633 | 370,779 | 438,159 | 512,567 | 590,511 |
| Population Density | 12.3 / km² | 22.5 / km² | 32 / km² | 53.6 / km² | 63.4 / km² | 74.1 / km² | 85.4 / km² |
* Projected
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up gridBagamoyo Population change from 2000 to 2020
Increase of 97.7% from year 2000 to 2020
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bagamoyo | +414% | +181.9% | +97.7% |
| Pwani Region | — | — | — |
| Tanzania | — | — | — |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Bagamoyo Median Age
Median Age: 20.1 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bagamoyo | 20.1 yrs | 20.3 yrs | 19.9 yrs |
| Pwani Region | 19.7 yrs | 20.4 yrs | 19.1 yrs |
| Tanzania | 17.7 yrs | 18.2 yrs | 17.1 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Bagamoyo Population Density
Population Density: 63.4 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bagamoyo | 438,159 | 6,916.4 km² | 63.4 / km² |
| Pwani Region | 1.3 million | 31,909.3 km² | 39.4 / km² |
| Tanzania | 53.2 million | 940,193.6 km² | 56.6 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Bagamoyo Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 1200 to 2100
Sources:
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Bagamoyo
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Bagamoyo
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Taka, M. &Guillaume, J. Gridded global datasets for Gross Domestic Product and Human Development Index over 1990–2015. Sci Data 5, 180004 (2018) doi:10.1038/sdata.2018.4
Bagamoyo Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
GDP per capita, PPP (constant 2017 international $)
| Data | 1990 | 1995 | 2000 | 2005 | 2010 | 2015 | 2020 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GDP per capita | $352 | $402 | $717 | $1,070 | $1,419 | $1,327 | $2,023 | $1,987 |
| Total GDP | $50.5M | $69.9M | $145.5M | $255.7M | $396.7M | $440.7M | $802.5M | $841.6M |
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Kosonen, M. & Masoumzadeh Sayyar, S. Downscaled gridded global dataset for gross domestic product (GDP) per capita PPP over 1990–2022. Sci Data 12, 178 (2025) doi:10.1038/s41597-025-04487-x
Bagamoyo CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bagamoyo | 115,461 tn | 0.26 tn | 16.7 tons/km² |
| Pwani Region | 328,373 tn | 0.26 tn | 10.3 tons/km² |
| Tanzania | 13,721,720 tn | 0.26 tn | 14.6 tons/km² |
Sources: [Link] Moran, D., Kanemoto K; Jiborn, M., Wood, R., Többen, J., and Seto, K.C. (2018) Carbon footprints of 13,000 cities. Environmental Research Letters DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/aac72a
Bagamoyo CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 115,461 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 0.26 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 16.7 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Drought | Low (2) |
| Flood | Medium (7) |
| Earthquake | Low (2.9) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
Sources:
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University, and International Research Institute for Climate and Society - IRI - Columbia University. 2005. Global Drought Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4VX0DFT.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Flood Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4668B3D.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution - Peak Ground Acceleration. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4BZ63ZS.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/15/05 | 5:13 AM | 5 | 61 km | 10,000 m | Tanzania | usgs.gov |
| 6/9/97 | 2:38 AM | 4.4 | 49.7 km | 10,000 m | Tanzania | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Bagamoyo
The town of Bagamoyo, Tanzania, was founded at the end of the 18th century. It was (also spelled Bagamojo) the original capital of German East Africa and was one of the most important trading ports along the East African coast. Today the town has abo..
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