Madagascar
Lemur Island, Spices and Baobabs
Overview
An island nation off Africa's southeast coast where over 90% of wildlife is found nowhere else on Earth, from lemurs to baobab trees.
Geographic Context
Region
Africa
Subregion
Eastern Africa
Land Area
587,041 km²
Capital
Antananarivo
Languages
French, Malagasy
Currencies
Malagasy ariary (Ar)
At a Glance
44
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
18
Freedom
70
Security
44
Life Expectancy
62.9 yrs
Median Age
18.9 yrs
Urbanization
41%
Cost Index
29
Housing Index
13
Healthcare Access
22/100
Climate
Average Temperature
23.1°C
Average AQI
32
Most Temperate Cities
1 Ampasimanolotra 25°C
2 Andovoranto 25°C
3 Toamasina 23.8°C
4 Toamasina I 23.8°C
5 Toamasina II 23.8°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Ampasimanolotra 12 AQI
2 Andovoranto 12 AQI
3 Toamasina 12 AQI
4 Toamasina I 12 AQI
5 Mahanoro 12 AQI
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 29
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 13
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 20.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 1/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 12/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 57 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 21
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 0.66% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 253 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Alternatives
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Tips & Cultural Insights
Frequently Asked Questions
Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025