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Antsirabe, Madagascar

Vakinankaratra · 🇲🇬 Madagascar

Antsirabe is a large city in Vakinankaratra, Madagascar with a population of 260,907. Elevation: 4,964 ft (1,513 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
260,907 Population 5,083/sq mi density
4,964 ft Elevation 1,513 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
55.4 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

Population260,907
Median Age19.7 yrs
Density5,083/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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain55.4 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation4,964 ft (1,513 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband20.4%
Population260,907
Population Density5,083 / sq mi
Elevation4,964 ft (1,513 m)
Coordinates-19.8659°, 47.0333°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceVakinankaratra
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation55.4 inches (1,407 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$509
Median Age19.7 years

Is Antsirabe a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Antsirabe 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

Antsirabe enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Antsirabe has a population of 260,907 with a density of 5,083 people per square mile, spread across 51.3 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

260,907
Total Population
5,083
People / sq mi
19.7yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg
51.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Antsirabe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Antsirabe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Antsirabe 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: Antsirabe 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 Antsirabe, 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: Antsirabe 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

Antsirabe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.4 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 4,964 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above US avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.4 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.4%

Geography

Elevation4,964 ft (1,513 m)
Area51.3 sq mi (132.9 km²)
Population Density5,083/sq mi
Coordinates-19.8659°N, 47.0333°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 11.7 in Wettest
February 67°F (20°C) 9.8 in Warmest
March 66°F (19°C) 7.8 in
April 64°F (18°C) 3.3 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.3 in
June 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in
July 55°F (13°C) 0.5 in Coldest
August 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in Driest
September 59°F (15°C) 1.1 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in
November 66°F (19°C) 6.2 in
December 67°F (19°C) 10.2 in

Antsirabe has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 55°F in July to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 55.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (11.7") and August the driest (0.5").

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 Density5,083/sq mi
Total Area51.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Antsirabe

What is the population of Antsirabe?

Antsirabe has a population of 260,907 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 5,083 people per square mile, spread across 51.3 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 Antsirabe expensive to live in?

Antsirabe 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 Antsirabe?

Antsirabe 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 55°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Antsirabe?

Antsirabe 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 Antsirabe?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $100.

How are the schools in Antsirabe?

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

How healthy is Antsirabe?

The obesity rate in Antsirabe 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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