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Faratsiho, Madagascar

Vakinankaratra · 🇲🇬 Madagascar

Faratsiho is a mid-size city in Vakinankaratra, Madagascar with a population of 37,563. Elevation: 5,673 ft (1,729 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
37,563 Population
5,673 ft Elevation 1,729 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
65.3 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

Population37,563
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 Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain65.3 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation5,673 ft (1,729 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband20.4%
Population37,563
Elevation5,673 ft (1,729 m)
Coordinates-19.4000°, 46.9500°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceVakinankaratra
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation65.3 inches (1,659 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$509
Median Age19.7 years

Is Faratsiho a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Faratsiho 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

Faratsiho enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Faratsiho has a population of 37,563. 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

37,563
Total Population
19.7yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Faratsiho vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Faratsiho vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Faratsiho 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: Faratsiho 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 Faratsiho, 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: Faratsiho 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

Faratsiho enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.3 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 5,673 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average61.0°F
13% above US avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.3 inches
72% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.4%

Geography

Elevation5,673 ft (1,729 m)
Coordinates-19.4000°N, 46.9500°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 13.6 in Warmest, Wettest
February 65°F (18°C) 12.3 in
March 64°F (18°C) 10.1 in
April 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.1 in
June 56°F (13°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 55°F (13°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in
September 59°F (15°C) 0.9 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.5 in
November 64°F (18°C) 7.2 in
December 64°F (18°C) 11.5 in

Faratsiho has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 55°F in July to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 65.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (13.6") 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Faratsiho

What is the population of Faratsiho?

Faratsiho has a population of 37,563 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 Faratsiho expensive to live in?

Faratsiho 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 Faratsiho?

Faratsiho enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Faratsiho?

Faratsiho 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 Faratsiho?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $100.

How are the schools in Faratsiho?

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

How healthy is Faratsiho?

The obesity rate in Faratsiho 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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