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Ambositra, Madagascar

Amoron'i Mania · 🇲🇬 Madagascar

Ambositra is a mid-size city in Amoron'i Mania, Madagascar with a population of 43,504. Elevation: 4,324 ft (1,318 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
43,504 Population
4,324 ft Elevation 1,318 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
57.2 in Annual Rain
Indian / Antananarivo Timezone
$509 Median Income
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$509 median income, 3.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$100/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $509
99% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $100
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
16% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 69.2%
458% higher than US avg

People

Population43,504
Median Age19.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

C
Median Income$509
Per Capita$509
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty69.2%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$100
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity4.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking15.3%
Depression5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain57.2 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation4,324 ft (1,318 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+74.7%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband20.4%
Population43,504
Elevation4,324 ft (1,318 m)
Coordinates-20.5303°, 47.2434°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceAmoron'i Mania
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation57.2 inches (1,452 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$509
Median Age19.7 years

Is Ambositra a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ambositra receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Ambositra faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ambositra is $509, 99% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 69.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $100 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ambositra enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Ambositra has a population of 43,504. The median age is 19.7 years, 49% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. 3.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 33.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

43,504
Total Population
19.7yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ambositra vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ambositra vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ambositra is $509, which is 99% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $509 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 69.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 28.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ambositra vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$509
99% below US avg
Per Capita Income$509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
16% below US avg
Poverty Rate69.2%
458% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $100 (91% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$100
91% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%
Renter-Occupied20.0%

Property Tax

In Ambositra, 4.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 36.9% have high blood pressure. 15.3% are current smokers. 0.9% report binge drinking. 5.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 18.6% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: Ambositra vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity4.3%
87% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
COPD23.9%
Kidney Disease43.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.9%
Depression5.5%
Mental Distress18.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate33.0%
Premature Death259/100K

Food & Exercise

Ambositra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28 — among the cleanest air in the country. 89% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,324 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above US avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.2 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.4%

Geography

Elevation4,324 ft (1,318 m)
Coordinates-20.5303°N, 47.2434°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 11.3 in Warmest, Wettest
February 67°F (19°C) 9.2 in
March 66°F (19°C) 8.4 in
April 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in
June 56°F (13°C) 1.1 in
July 54°F (12°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 55°F (13°C) 1.0 in
September 58°F (15°C) 1.3 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in
November 66°F (19°C) 6.5 in
December 67°F (19°C) 10.6 in

Ambositra has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 54°F in July to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 57.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (11.3") and July the driest (1.0").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 74.7% have completed high school. 20.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+74.7%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ambositra

What is the population of Ambositra?

Ambositra has a population of 43,504 residents and is located in Madagascar.. The median age of residents is 19.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

Is Ambositra expensive to live in?

Ambositra is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.9 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $509, 99% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $100 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Ambositra?

Ambositra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Ambositra?

Ambositra has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Ambositra?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $100.

How are the schools in Ambositra?

6.0% of adults in Ambositra hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.7% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ambositra?

The obesity rate in Ambositra is 4.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 15.3% of adults are smokers. 5.5% of residents report depression.

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