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Fianarantsoa, Madagascar

Upper Matsiatra · 🇲🇬 Madagascar

Fianarantsoa is a large city in Upper Matsiatra, Madagascar with a population of 203,105. Elevation: 3,665 ft (1,117 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
203,105 Population 6,114/sq mi density
3,665 ft Elevation 1,117 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 19°C
47.7 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

Population203,105
Median Age19.7 yrs
Density6,114/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 Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation3,665 ft (1,117 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband20.4%
Population203,105
Population Density6,114 / sq mi
Elevation3,665 ft (1,117 m)
Coordinates-21.4527°, 47.0857°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceUpper Matsiatra
Average Temperature65°F (19°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation47.7 inches (1,211 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$509
Median Age19.7 years

Is Fianarantsoa a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fianarantsoa 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

Fianarantsoa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Fianarantsoa has a population of 203,105 with a density of 6,114 people per square mile, spread across 33.2 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

203,105
Total Population
6,114
People / sq mi
19.7yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg
33.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Fianarantsoa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Fianarantsoa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fianarantsoa 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: Fianarantsoa 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 Fianarantsoa, 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: Fianarantsoa 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

Fianarantsoa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 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 3,665 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.4%

Geography

Elevation3,665 ft (1,117 m)
Area33.2 sq mi (86.0 km²)
Population Density6,114/sq mi
Coordinates-21.4527°N, 47.0857°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 9.8 in Warmest, Wettest
February 70°F (21°C) 8.4 in
March 69°F (21°C) 6.2 in
April 67°F (19°C) 1.9 in
May 63°F (17°C) 1.1 in
June 59°F (15°C) 0.9 in Driest
July 58°F (14°C) 1.0 in Coldest
August 59°F (15°C) 0.9 in
September 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in
October 66°F (19°C) 2.0 in
November 69°F (21°C) 5.0 in
December 70°F (21°C) 9.6 in

Fianarantsoa has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 58°F in July to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 47.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.8") and June the driest (0.9").

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 Density6,114/sq mi
Total Area33.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Fianarantsoa

What is the population of Fianarantsoa?

Fianarantsoa has a population of 203,105 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 6,114 people per square mile, spread across 33.2 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 Fianarantsoa expensive to live in?

Fianarantsoa 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 Fianarantsoa?

Fianarantsoa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Fianarantsoa?

Fianarantsoa 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 Fianarantsoa?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $100.

How are the schools in Fianarantsoa?

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

How healthy is Fianarantsoa?

The obesity rate in Fianarantsoa 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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