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Maevatanana, Madagascar

Betsiboka · 🇲🇬 Madagascar

Maevatanana is a small city in Betsiboka, Madagascar with a population of 27,459. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
27,459 Population
210 ft Elevation 64 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
59.4 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

Population27,459
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 Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain59.4 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation210 ft (64 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband20.4%
Population27,459
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Coordinates-16.9500°, 46.8333°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceBetsiboka
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation59.4 inches (1,509 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$509
Median Age19.7 years

Is Maevatanana a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maevatanana 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

Maevatanana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Maevatanana has a population of 27,459. 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

27,459
Total Population
19.7yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Maevatanana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Maevatanana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maevatanana 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: Maevatanana 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 Maevatanana, 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: Maevatanana 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

Maevatanana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 59.4 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 210 feet.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average82.1°F
52% above US avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.4 inches
56% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.4%

Geography

Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Coordinates-16.9500°N, 46.8333°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 15.4 in
February 83°F (28°C) 16.3 in Wettest
March 83°F (29°C) 9.8 in
April 83°F (28°C) 2.6 in
May 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
June 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 78°F (25°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
September 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
October 85°F (29°C) 1.3 in
November 86°F (30°C) 3.7 in Warmest
December 84°F (29°C) 9.8 in

Maevatanana has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 78°F in July to 86°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 59.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (16.3") and June the driest (0.0").

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 Maevatanana

What is the population of Maevatanana?

Maevatanana has a population of 27,459 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 Maevatanana expensive to live in?

Maevatanana 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 Maevatanana?

Maevatanana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Maevatanana?

Maevatanana 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 Maevatanana?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $100.

How are the schools in Maevatanana?

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

How healthy is Maevatanana?

The obesity rate in Maevatanana 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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