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Antanifotsy, Madagascar

Vakinankaratra · 🇲🇬 Madagascar

Antanifotsy is a mid-size city in Vakinankaratra, Madagascar with a population of 70,626. Elevation: 5,154 ft (1,571 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
70,626 Population
5,154 ft Elevation 1,571 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
60.4 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

Population70,626
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 Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain60.4 in/yr
Sunny Days226/yr
Elevation5,154 ft (1,571 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband20.4%
Population70,626
Elevation5,154 ft (1,571 m)
Coordinates-19.6500°, 47.3167°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceVakinankaratra
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation60.4 inches (1,534 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$509
Median Age19.7 years

Is Antanifotsy a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Antanifotsy 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

Antanifotsy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. The area gets 226 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 60.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Antanifotsy has a population of 70,626. 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

70,626
Total Population
19.7yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Antanifotsy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Antanifotsy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Antanifotsy 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: Antanifotsy 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 Antanifotsy, 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: Antanifotsy 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

Antanifotsy enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 226 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.4 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 5,154 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above US avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days226 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.4 inches
59% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.4%

Geography

Elevation5,154 ft (1,571 m)
Coordinates-19.6500°N, 47.3167°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 12.0 in Warmest, Wettest
February 65°F (18°C) 10.7 in
March 65°F (18°C) 8.7 in
April 62°F (17°C) 3.6 in
May 58°F (15°C) 1.7 in
June 55°F (13°C) 0.9 in
July 53°F (12°C) 0.8 in Coldest
August 54°F (12°C) 0.8 in Driest
September 57°F (14°C) 1.1 in
October 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
November 64°F (18°C) 6.7 in
December 65°F (18°C) 10.6 in

Antanifotsy has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 53°F in July to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 60.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (12.0") and August the driest (0.8").

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 Antanifotsy

What is the population of Antanifotsy?

Antanifotsy has a population of 70,626 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 Antanifotsy expensive to live in?

Antanifotsy 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 Antanifotsy?

Antanifotsy enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Antanifotsy?

Antanifotsy 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 Antanifotsy?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $100.

How are the schools in Antanifotsy?

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

How healthy is Antanifotsy?

The obesity rate in Antanifotsy 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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