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Mahajanga, Madagascar

Boeny · 🇲🇬 Madagascar

Mahajanga is a large city in Boeny, Madagascar with a population of 260,556. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
260,556 Population 12,735/sq mi density
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
64.4 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

Population260,556
Median Age19.7 yrs
Density12,735/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 Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain64.4 in/yr
Sunny Days227/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband20.4%
Population260,556
Population Density12,735 / sq mi
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates-15.7167°, 46.3167°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceBoeny
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation64.4 inches (1,636 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$509
Median Age19.7 years

Is Mahajanga a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mahajanga 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

Mahajanga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 227 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Mahajanga has a population of 260,556 with a density of 12,735 people per square mile, spread across 20.5 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

260,556
Total Population
12,735
People / sq mi
19.7yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg
20.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Mahajanga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mahajanga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mahajanga 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: Mahajanga 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 Mahajanga, 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: Mahajanga 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

Mahajanga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 227 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 64.4 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 66 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average79.7°F
48% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days227 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.4 inches
70% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.4%

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area20.5 sq mi (53.0 km²)
Population Density12,735/sq mi
Coordinates-15.7167°N, 46.3167°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 16.2 in Wettest
February 81°F (27°C) 13.6 in
March 82°F (28°C) 9.2 in
April 82°F (28°C) 4.3 in
May 79°F (26°C) 1.9 in
June 77°F (25°C) 1.4 in
July 76°F (24°C) 1.5 in Coldest
August 77°F (25°C) 1.5 in
September 78°F (26°C) 0.9 in Driest
October 81°F (27°C) 1.4 in
November 82°F (28°C) 3.9 in Warmest
December 82°F (28°C) 8.6 in

Mahajanga has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 76°F in July to 82°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 64.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (16.2") and September 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 Density12,735/sq mi
Total Area20.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Mahajanga

What is the population of Mahajanga?

Mahajanga has a population of 260,556 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 12,735 people per square mile, spread across 20.5 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 Mahajanga expensive to live in?

Mahajanga 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 Mahajanga?

Mahajanga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 227 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Mahajanga?

Mahajanga 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 Mahajanga?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $100.

How are the schools in Mahajanga?

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

How healthy is Mahajanga?

The obesity rate in Mahajanga 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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