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Antananarivo, Madagascar

Analamanga · 🇲🇬 Madagascar

Antananarivo is a major city in Analamanga, Madagascar with a population of 1,349,501. Elevation: 4,180 ft (1,274 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
1,349,501 Population 39,715/sq mi density
4,180 ft Elevation 1,274 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
59.3 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

Population1,349,501
Median Age19.7 yrs
Density39,715/mi²
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 Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain59.3 in/yr
Sunny Days346/yr
Elevation4,180 ft (1,274 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband20.4%
Population1,349,501
Population Density39,715 / sq mi
Elevation4,180 ft (1,274 m)
Coordinates-18.9137°, 47.5361°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceAnalamanga
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation59.3 inches (1,506 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$509
Median Age19.7 years

Is Antananarivo a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Antananarivo 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

Antananarivo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. With 346 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Antananarivo has a population of 1,349,501 with a density of 39,715 people per square mile, spread across 34.0 square miles. 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

1,349,501
Total Population
39,715
People / sq mi
19.7yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg
34.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Antananarivo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Antananarivo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Antananarivo 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: Antananarivo 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 Antananarivo, 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).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity4.3%
87% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
High Blood Pressure36.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

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

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate33.0%

Food & Exercise

Antananarivo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 346 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 59.3 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 4,180 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days346 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.3 inches
56% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.4%

Geography

Elevation4,180 ft (1,274 m)
Area34.0 sq mi (88.0 km²)
Population Density39,715/sq mi
Coordinates-18.9137°N, 47.5361°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 11.5 in Wettest
February 70°F (21°C) 10.2 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 7.9 in
April 68°F (20°C) 1.8 in
May 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in
June 60°F (16°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in Coldest
August 59°F (15°C) 0.5 in
September 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in
October 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in
November 69°F (20°C) 5.2 in
December 69°F (21°C) 10.0 in

Antananarivo has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 54°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 51.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (11.5") and June the driest (0.4").

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

Population Density39,715/sq mi
Total Area34.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Antananarivo

What is the population of Antananarivo?

Antananarivo has a population of 1,349,501 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 39,715 people per square mile, spread across 34.0 square miles. 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 Antananarivo expensive to live in?

Antananarivo 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 Antananarivo?

Antananarivo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 346 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Antananarivo?

Antananarivo 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 Antananarivo?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $100.

How are the schools in Antananarivo?

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

How healthy is Antananarivo?

The obesity rate in Antananarivo 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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