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Antananarivo vs Mahajanga

Madagascar vs Madagascar · 378 km apart

Antananarivo

Madagascar

Ar1,688,278 ($371)

single / month

VS

Mahajanga

Madagascar

Ar1,274,000 ($280)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseAntananarivoMahajangaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$3.90$3.00Mahajanga
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$15.60$12.00Mahajanga
Cappuccino$1.17$0.90Mahajanga
Monthly groceries (single person)$88.40$68.00Mahajanga
Monthly public transport pass$14.30$11.00Mahajanga
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$37.70$29.00Mahajanga
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$10.92$8.40Mahajanga
Fitness club membership$10.92$8.40Mahajanga
Cinema ticket$2.86$2.20Mahajanga
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$160$115Mahajanga
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$111$80.00Mahajanga
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$333$240Mahajanga
Total single-person budget$371$280Mahajanga
Average net salary$195$150

Verdict

Mahajanga is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Antananarivo runs about $371 versus $280 in Mahajanga — a difference of roughly 25%.

Salary-adjusted, Mahajanga leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Antananarivo  ·  Full cost of living in Mahajanga

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Antananarivo cheaper than Mahajanga?
No. Antananarivo costs an estimated $371 per month for a single person, about 25% more than Mahajanga at $280.
How far is Antananarivo from Mahajanga?
The straight-line distance between Antananarivo and Mahajanga is approximately 378 km (235 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Antananarivo or Mahajanga?
The estimated average net salary is $195 in Antananarivo and $150 in Mahajanga. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Antananarivo versus $0 in Mahajanga per month.