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Toamasina, Madagascar

Atsinanana · 🇲🇬 Madagascar

Toamasina is a large city in Atsinanana, Madagascar with a population of 345,107. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
345,107 Population 44,703/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
99.2 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

Population345,107
Median Age19.7 yrs
Density44,703/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 Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain99.2 in/yr
Sunny Days157/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband20.4%
Population345,107
Population Density44,703 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates-18.1492°, 49.4023°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceAtsinanana
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation99.2 inches (2,520 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$509
Median Age19.7 years

Is Toamasina a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Toamasina 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

Toamasina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 157 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 99.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Toamasina has a population of 345,107 with a density of 44,703 people per square mile, spread across 7.7 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

345,107
Total Population
44,703
People / sq mi
19.7yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg
7.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Toamasina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Toamasina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Toamasina 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: Toamasina 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 Toamasina, 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: Toamasina 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

Toamasina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 157 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 99.2 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 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average74.5°F
38% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days157 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall99.2 inches
161% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.4%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area7.7 sq mi (20.0 km²)
Population Density44,703/sq mi
Coordinates-18.1492°N, 49.4023°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 12.5 in
February 79°F (26°C) 12.2 in Warmest
March 79°F (26°C) 13.0 in Wettest
April 77°F (25°C) 10.9 in
May 74°F (23°C) 7.2 in
June 71°F (21°C) 6.9 in
July 69°F (21°C) 7.4 in Coldest
August 69°F (21°C) 5.6 in
September 71°F (21°C) 4.1 in
October 73°F (23°C) 4.0 in Driest
November 76°F (24°C) 5.4 in
December 78°F (26°C) 9.9 in

Toamasina has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 69°F in July to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 99.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (13.0") and October the driest (4.0").

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

Population Density44,703/sq mi
Total Area7.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Toamasina

What is the population of Toamasina?

Toamasina has a population of 345,107 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 44,703 people per square mile, spread across 7.7 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 Toamasina expensive to live in?

Toamasina 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 Toamasina?

Toamasina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 157 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 99.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Toamasina?

Toamasina 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 Toamasina?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $100.

How are the schools in Toamasina?

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

How healthy is Toamasina?

The obesity rate in Toamasina 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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