Population

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Surface area
Tanzania is higher
Nominal GDP
Tanzania is higher
What stands out
Proportional bars and relative differences make the headline numbers easier to read.
Population
Tanzania’s population is about 79.1× that of the Comoros, a difference of 67,693,529.
Surface area
Tanzania’s surface area is about 509× that of the Comoros, a difference of 945,439 km².
Population density
The Comoros’ population density is 543% higher than that of Tanzania, a difference of 393 /km².
Nominal GDP
Tanzania’s nominal GDP is about 54.7× that of the Comoros, a difference of $77.40 billion.
GDP per capita
The Comoros’ GDP per capita is 40% higher than that of Tanzania, a difference of $476.
Values use the latest available observations in WorldSumma. Economic reporting years are shown when available and can differ by country.
Full side-by-side comparison
Capital
Moroni
Dodoma
Population
866,628
68,560,157
Surface area
1,861 km²
947,300 km²
Population density
466 /km²
72.4 /km²
Nominal GDP
$1.44 billion · 2024
$78.84 billion · 2024
GDP per capita
$1,663 · 2024
$1,187 · 2024
Region
Africa
Africa
Subregion
Eastern Africa
Eastern Africa
Currency
Comorian franc · KMF · CF
Tanzanian shilling · TZS · TSh
Nationality
Comoran, Comorian
Tanzanian
Phone code
+269
+255
Internet domain
.km
.tz
ISO codes
KM / COM
TZ / TZA
Time zone
Indian/Comoro
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Native name
Komori
Tanzania
| Measure | Comoros | Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
| Capital | Moroni | Dodoma |
| Population | 866,628 | 68,560,157 |
| Surface area | 1,861 km² | 947,300 km² |
| Population density | 466 /km² | 72.4 /km² |
| Nominal GDP | $1.44 billion · 2024 | $78.84 billion · 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $1,663 · 2024 | $1,187 · 2024 |
| Region | Africa | Africa |
| Subregion | Eastern Africa | Eastern Africa |
| Currency | Comorian franc · KMF · CF | Tanzanian shilling · TZS · TSh |
| Nationality | Comoran, Comorian | Tanzanian |
| Phone code | +269 | +255 |
| Internet domain | .km | .tz |
| ISO codes | KM / COM | TZ / TZA |
| Time zone | Indian/Comoro | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Native name | Komori | Tanzania |
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AI-assisted profile prose · methodologyAbout Comoros
Nestled in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean between Madagascar and the African coast, the Union of the Comoros is a petite archipelago of volcanic islands renowned for its stunning marine life, fragrant spice plantations, and a blend of African, Arab, and French influences.
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Tanzania, a jewel of East Africa, beckons travelers with its sweeping savannas, towering mountains, and vibrant blend of cultures that celebrate both ancient traditions and modern aspirations.
Full Tanzania profile →Comoros & Tanzania: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Comoros?
The capital of Comoros is Moroni.
What is the population of Comoros?
Comoros has a recorded population of approximately 866,628 people.
How big is Comoros?
Comoros covers an area of about 1,861 km².
What is the population density of Comoros?
Comoros has a population density of roughly 466 /km² (people per square kilometre).
What is the GDP of Comoros?
Comoros has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $1.44 billion as of 2024.
What is the GDP per capita of Comoros?
Comoros has a GDP per capita of approximately $1,663.
What currency is used in Comoros?
Comoros uses the Comorian franc (KMF), with the symbol CF.
Where is Comoros located?
Comoros is located in Eastern Africa, Africa.
What is the native name of Comoros?
The native name of Comoros is Komori.
What are people from Comoros called?
People from Comoros are referred to as Comoran, Comorian.
What is the phone calling code for Comoros?
The international dialing code for Comoros is +269.
What is the internet domain for Comoros?
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Comoros is .km.
What time zone is Comoros in?
Comoros uses the Indian/Comoro time zone.
What is Comoros known for?
Nestled in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean between Madagascar and the African coast, the Union of the Comoros is a petite archipelago of volcanic islands renowned for its stunning marine life, fragrant spice plantations, and a blend of African, Arab, and French influences.
What is the capital of Tanzania?
The capital of Tanzania is Dodoma.
What is the population of Tanzania?
Tanzania has a recorded population of approximately 68,560,157 people.
How big is Tanzania?
Tanzania covers an area of about 947,300 km².
What is the population density of Tanzania?
Tanzania has a population density of roughly 72.4 /km² (people per square kilometre).
What is the GDP of Tanzania?
Tanzania has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $78.84 billion as of 2024.
What is the GDP per capita of Tanzania?
Tanzania has a GDP per capita of approximately $1,187.
What currency is used in Tanzania?
Tanzania uses the Tanzanian shilling (TZS), with the symbol TSh.
Where is Tanzania located?
Tanzania is located in Eastern Africa, Africa.
What are people from Tanzania called?
People from Tanzania are referred to as Tanzanian.
What is the phone calling code for Tanzania?
The international dialing code for Tanzania is +255.
What is the internet domain for Tanzania?
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Tanzania is .tz.
What time zone is Tanzania in?
Tanzania uses the Africa/Dar_es_Salaam time zone.
What is Tanzania known for?
Tanzania, a jewel of East Africa, beckons travelers with its sweeping savannas, towering mountains, and vibrant blend of cultures that celebrate both ancient traditions and modern aspirations.