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Vavatenina, Madagascar

Analanjirofo · 🇲🇬 Madagascar

Vavatenina is a mid-size city in Analanjirofo, Madagascar with a population of 37,861. Elevation: 384 ft (117 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
37,861 Population
384 ft Elevation 117 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
96.0 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

Population37,861
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 Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain96.0 in/yr
Sunny Days167/yr
Elevation384 ft (117 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband20.4%
Population37,861
Elevation384 ft (117 m)
Coordinates-17.4667°, 49.2000°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceAnalanjirofo
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation96.0 inches (2,438 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$509
Median Age19.7 years

Is Vavatenina a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vavatenina 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

Vavatenina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 167 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 96.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Vavatenina has a population of 37,861. 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

37,861
Total Population
19.7yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Vavatenina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Vavatenina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vavatenina 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: Vavatenina 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 Vavatenina, 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: Vavatenina 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

Vavatenina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 167 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 96.0 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 384 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average73.8°F
37% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days167 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall96.0 inches
153% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.4%

Geography

Elevation384 ft (117 m)
Coordinates-17.4667°N, 49.2000°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 13.4 in Warmest
February 79°F (26°C) 14.2 in Wettest
March 78°F (26°C) 13.4 in
April 76°F (25°C) 9.1 in
May 73°F (23°C) 5.7 in
June 70°F (21°C) 5.5 in
July 68°F (20°C) 5.4 in Coldest
August 69°F (20°C) 5.0 in
September 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in Driest
October 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in
November 75°F (24°C) 5.8 in
December 77°F (25°C) 10.9 in

Vavatenina has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 68°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 96.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (14.2") and September the driest (3.7").

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 Vavatenina

What is the population of Vavatenina?

Vavatenina has a population of 37,861 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 Vavatenina expensive to live in?

Vavatenina 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 Vavatenina?

Vavatenina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 167 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 96.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Vavatenina?

Vavatenina 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 Vavatenina?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $100.

How are the schools in Vavatenina?

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

How healthy is Vavatenina?

The obesity rate in Vavatenina 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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