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Ambovombe, Madagascar

Androy · 🇲🇬 Madagascar

Ambovombe is a mid-size city in Androy, Madagascar with a population of 69,265. Elevation: 466 ft (142 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
69,265 Population
466 ft Elevation 142 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
22.4 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

Population69,265
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 Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain22.4 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation466 ft (142 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband20.4%
Population69,265
Elevation466 ft (142 m)
Coordinates-25.1784°, 46.0872°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceAndroy
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation22.4 inches (569 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$509
Median Age19.7 years

Is Ambovombe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ambovombe 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. Ambovombe faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ambovombe 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

Ambovombe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Ambovombe has a population of 69,265. 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

69,265
Total Population
19.7yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ambovombe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ambovombe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ambovombe 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: Ambovombe 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 Ambovombe, 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: Ambovombe 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

Ambovombe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 295 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches (drier 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 466 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average73.3°F
36% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.4 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.4%

Geography

Elevation466 ft (142 m)
Coordinates-25.1784°N, 46.0872°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 3.4 in Warmest
February 79°F (26°C) 3.5 in Wettest
March 78°F (26°C) 2.2 in
April 76°F (24°C) 1.0 in
May 70°F (21°C) 1.4 in
June 67°F (19°C) 2.2 in
July 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in Coldest
August 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.7 in Driest
October 73°F (23°C) 1.0 in
November 77°F (25°C) 1.8 in
December 79°F (26°C) 3.4 in

Ambovombe has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 66°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.5") and September the driest (0.7").

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 Ambovombe

What is the population of Ambovombe?

Ambovombe has a population of 69,265 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 Ambovombe expensive to live in?

Ambovombe 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 Ambovombe?

Ambovombe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Ambovombe?

Ambovombe 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 Ambovombe?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $100.

How are the schools in Ambovombe?

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

How healthy is Ambovombe?

The obesity rate in Ambovombe 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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