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Mahajanga vs Antananarivo

Madagascar vs Madagascar · 378 km apart

Mahajanga

Madagascar

Ar1,274,000 ($280)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Antananarivo

Madagascar

Ar1,688,278 ($371)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Mahajanga is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Mahajanga runs about $280 versus $371 in Antananarivo — a difference of roughly 33%.

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 Mahajanga  ·  Full cost of living in Antananarivo

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mahajanga cheaper than Antananarivo?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $280 per month in Mahajanga versus $371 in Antananarivo — about 33% less.
How far is Mahajanga from Antananarivo?
The straight-line distance between Mahajanga and Antananarivo is approximately 378 km (235 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Mahajanga or Antananarivo?
The estimated average net salary is $150 in Mahajanga and $195 in Antananarivo. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Mahajanga versus $0 in Antananarivo per month.