Madagascar — Country Facts & Profile
Eastern Africa, Africa
An island or landlocked nation without shared borders, Madagascar occupies 587,041 km² of Eastern Africa. Its 31,727,042 inhabitants are governed from Antananarivo. The official languages are French and Malagasy. The national currency is the Malagasy ariary (Ar MGA). It ranks #49 in the world by population and #47 by land area.
Factsheet
Location
Madagascar is located in Eastern Africa at coordinates 20.00°S, 47.00°E. It has no land borders. Total land area: 587,041 km² (226,658 mi²). Population density: 54 people per km². The highest point is Maromokotro at 2,876 m.
2,876 m
600 km
Built Infrastructure
Notable infrastructure highlights in Madagascar, including Mahamasina Municipal Stadium with a capacity of 22,000 seats.
22,000 seats
Climate & Living Costs
Key indicators for visiting or living in Madagascar. Average temperature in Antananarivo: 18.8°C (66°F).
Economic Snapshot
Madagascar has a GDP per capita of $545, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Green Spaces
Madagascar has 9 zoos and 13 botanical gardens.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
UNESCO Inscribed Sites
Madagascar is home to 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site, reflecting its rich cultural and natural history.
1
World Heritage Sites
Cities & Towns of Madagascar
Country Subdivisions
Analamanga
17 cities · 1,625,509 people
Largest: Antananarivo
Atsinanana
8 cities · 492,798 people
Largest: Toamasina
Vakinankaratra
7 cities · 487,658 people
Largest: Antsirabe
Diana
7 cities · 375,885 people
Largest: Antsiranana
Atsimo-Andrefana
9 cities · 375,474 people
Largest: Toliara
Boeny
5 cities · 373,773 people
Largest: Mahajanga
Analanjirofo
9 cities · 286,002 people
Largest: Maroantsetra
Upper Matsiatra
5 cities · 285,781 people
Largest: Fianarantsoa
Sava
6 cities · 255,910 people
Largest: Sambava
Alaotra Mangoro
8 cities · 254,502 people
Largest: Moramanga
Sofia
10 cities · 222,278 people
Largest: Antsohihy
Androy
8 cities · 200,026 people
Largest: Ambovombe
Itasy
4 cities · 160,375 people
Largest: Imerintsiatosika
Atsimo-Atsinanana
6 cities · 139,486 people
Largest: Vangaindrano
Fitovinany Region
6 cities · 139,323 people
Largest: Manakara
Anosy
3 cities · 138,313 people
Largest: Tôlanaro
Amoron'i Mania
3 cities · 114,080 people
Largest: Ambositra
Vatovavy Region
4 cities · 108,471 people
Largest: Nosy Varika
Melaky
4 cities · 103,889 people
Largest: Antsalova
Menabe
3 cities · 102,198 people
Largest: Morondava
Ihorombe
3 cities · 70,182 people
Largest: Ihosy
Bongolava
2 cities · 66,692 people
Largest: Tsiroanomandidy
Betsiboka
2 cities · 53,905 people
Largest: Maevatanana
Frequently Asked Questions about Madagascar
- What is the capital of Madagascar?
- The capital of Madagascar is Antananarivo.
- What is the population of Madagascar?
- Madagascar has a population of approximately 31,727,042 people.
- What continent is Madagascar in?
- Madagascar is located in Africa, in the Eastern Africa subregion.
- Where is Madagascar located?
- Madagascar is located in Eastern Africa, Africa, at coordinates 20.0°S, 47.0°E.
- What currency does Madagascar use?
- Madagascar uses the Malagasy ariary (Ar MGA).
- What is the capital and currency of Madagascar?
- The capital of Madagascar is Antananarivo and the currency is the Malagasy ariary (MGA).
- What languages are spoken in Madagascar?
- The official languages of Madagascar are French, Malagasy.
- What is the area of Madagascar?
- Madagascar covers a total area of 587,041 km² (226,658 square miles).
- How large is Madagascar in square miles?
- Madagascar has a total area of approximately 226,658 square miles (587,041 km²).
- What is the population density of Madagascar?
- Madagascar has a population density of approximately 54 people per km².
- Is Madagascar an independent country?
- Yes, Madagascar is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- Does Madagascar have any land borders?
- No, Madagascar has no land borders.
- What is the GDP per capita of Madagascar?
- The GDP per capita of Madagascar is approximately $545.
- How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Madagascar have?
- Madagascar has 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- What is the average temperature in Antananarivo?
- The average annual temperature in Antananarivo, the capital of Madagascar, is approximately 18.8°C (66°F).
- What is the country calling code for Madagascar?
- The international calling code for Madagascar is +261. To call Madagascar from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +261 and the local number.
- What time zone is Madagascar in?
- Madagascar operates on the UTC+03:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in Madagascar?
- The highest point in Madagascar is Maromokotro at 2,876 m (9,436 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Madagascar?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Madagascar is approximately $510 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Madagascar?
- The average internet speed in Madagascar is 8 Mbps, which is considered below average by global standards.