Population
Tanzania is higher
Tanzania records 68,560,157, about 58.7× the other value.
The biggest differences first
Surface area
Tanzania is higher
Tanzania records 947,300 km², about 40.8× the other value.
Nominal GDP
Tanzania is higher
Tanzania records $78.84 billion, about 19.0× the other value.
What stands out
Proportional bars and relative differences make the headline numbers easier to read.
Population
🇩🇯 Djibouti1,168,722
🇹🇿 Tanzania68,560,157
Tanzania’s population is about 58.7× that of Djibouti, a difference of 67,391,435.
Surface area
🇩🇯 Djibouti23,200 km²
🇹🇿 Tanzania947,300 km²
Tanzania’s surface area is about 40.8× that of Djibouti, a difference of 924,100 km².
Population density
🇩🇯 Djibouti50.4 /km²
🇹🇿 Tanzania72.4 /km²
Tanzania’s population density is 44% higher than that of Djibouti, a difference of 22 /km².
Nominal GDP
🇩🇯 Djibouti$4.15 billion · 2024
🇹🇿 Tanzania$78.84 billion · 2024
Tanzania’s nominal GDP is about 19.0× that of Djibouti, a difference of $74.69 billion.
GDP per capita
🇩🇯 Djibouti$3,553 · 2024
🇹🇿 Tanzania$1,187 · 2024
Djibouti’s GDP per capita is 199% higher than that of Tanzania, a difference of $2,366.
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
Djibouti
Dodoma
Population
1,168,722
68,560,157
Surface area
23,200 km²
947,300 km²
Population density
50.4 /km²
72.4 /km²
Nominal GDP
$4.15 billion · 2024
$78.84 billion · 2024
GDP per capita
$3,553 · 2024
$1,187 · 2024
Region
Africa
Africa
Subregion
Eastern Africa
Eastern Africa
Currency
Djiboutian franc · DJF · Fdj
Tanzanian shilling · TZS · TSh
Nationality
Djiboutian
Tanzanian
Phone code
+253
+255
Internet domain
.dj
.tz
ISO codes
DJ / DJI
TZ / TZA
Time zone
Africa/Djibouti
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Native name
Djibouti
Tanzania
| Measure | Djibouti | Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
| Capital | Djibouti | Dodoma |
| Population | 1,168,722 | 68,560,157 |
| Surface area | 23,200 km² | 947,300 km² |
| Population density | 50.4 /km² | 72.4 /km² |
| Nominal GDP | $4.15 billion · 2024 | $78.84 billion · 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $3,553 · 2024 | $1,187 · 2024 |
| Region | Africa | Africa |
| Subregion | Eastern Africa | Eastern Africa |
| Currency | Djiboutian franc · DJF · Fdj | Tanzanian shilling · TZS · TSh |
| Nationality | Djiboutian | Tanzanian |
| Phone code | +253 | +255 |
| Internet domain | .dj | .tz |
| ISO codes | DJ / DJI | TZ / TZA |
| Time zone | Africa/Djibouti | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Native name | Djibouti | Tanzania |
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Country overviews
AI-assisted profile prose · methodologyAbout Djibouti
Djibouti, a small yet strategic nation perched at the crossroads of Africa and the Middle East, captivates visitors with its blend of desert landscapes, volcanic peaks, and bustling Red Sea ports.
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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 →Djibouti & Tanzania: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Djibouti?
The capital of Djibouti is Djibouti.
What is the population of Djibouti?
Djibouti has a recorded population of approximately 1,168,722 people.
How big is Djibouti?
Djibouti covers an area of about 23,200 km².
What is the population density of Djibouti?
Djibouti has a population density of roughly 50.4 /km² (people per square kilometre).
What is the GDP of Djibouti?
Djibouti has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $4.15 billion as of 2024.
What is the GDP per capita of Djibouti?
Djibouti has a GDP per capita of approximately $3,553.
What currency is used in Djibouti?
Djibouti uses the Djiboutian franc (DJF), with the symbol Fdj.
Where is Djibouti located?
Djibouti is located in Eastern Africa, Africa.
What are people from Djibouti called?
People from Djibouti are referred to as Djiboutian.
What is the phone calling code for Djibouti?
The international dialing code for Djibouti is +253.
What is the internet domain for Djibouti?
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Djibouti is .dj.
What time zone is Djibouti in?
Djibouti uses the Africa/Djibouti time zone.
What is Djibouti known for?
Djibouti, a small yet strategic nation perched at the crossroads of Africa and the Middle East, captivates visitors with its blend of desert landscapes, volcanic peaks, and bustling Red Sea ports.
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.