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Anakao, Madagascar

Atsimo-Andrefana · 🇲🇬 Madagascar

Anakao is a small town in Atsimo-Andrefana, Madagascar with a population of 3,000. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
3,000 Population
7 ft Elevation 2 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
20.9 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

Population3,000
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 Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain20.9 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband20.4%
Population3,000
Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates-23.6667°, 43.6500°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceAtsimo-Andrefana
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation20.9 inches (531 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$509
Median Age19.7 years

Is Anakao a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Anakao 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

Anakao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 298 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Anakao has a population of 3,000. 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

3,000
Total Population
19.7yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Anakao vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Anakao vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Anakao 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: Anakao 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 Anakao, 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: Anakao 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

Anakao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 298 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 20.9 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 7 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

84°F Jan (29°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average77.5°F
44% above US avg
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.9 inches
45% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.4%

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates-23.6667°N, 43.6500°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 84°F (29°C) 5.2 in Warmest, Wettest
February 84°F (29°C) 4.4 in
March 83°F (28°C) 2.5 in
April 80°F (26°C) 0.5 in
May 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
June 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
July 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in
October 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in
November 81°F (27°C) 1.9 in
December 83°F (28°C) 4.4 in

Anakao has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 69°F in July to 84°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 20.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and August the driest (0.2").

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 Anakao

What is the population of Anakao?

Anakao has a population of 3,000 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 Anakao expensive to live in?

Anakao 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 Anakao?

Anakao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Anakao?

Anakao 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 Anakao?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $100.

How are the schools in Anakao?

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

How healthy is Anakao?

The obesity rate in Anakao 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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