Capital city in Analamanga, Madagascar
Cost of living in Antananarivo
How much a month costs in Antananarivo
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $796–1,360 (Ar3.5M–6M).
Prices in Antananarivo
Typical 2026 ranges in MGA, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | MGA | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | Ar1.6M–3.2M | $364–727 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | Ar700,000–1.5M | $159–341 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | Ar25,000–55,000 | $5.7–12.5 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | Ar130,000–320,000 | $30–73 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | Ar4,000–9,000 | $0.9–2.0 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | Ar25,000–55,000 | $5.7–12.5 |
| Cappuccino | Ar3,500–8,000 | $0.8–1.8 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | Ar4,000–8,000 | $0.9–1.8 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | Ar600–1,000 | $0.14–0.23 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | Ar8,000–18,000 | $1.8–4.1 |
| Work and life | ||
| Gym membership (month) | Ar80,000–220,000 | $18–50 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | Ar15,000–45,000 | $3.4–10.2 |
Value for money: 49/100
A value score of 49/100 means Antananarivo gives more quality of life per dollar than 48% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 37/100.
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Cost of living across Madagascar
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
| Place | Comfortable month | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Antananarivo | $796–1,360 | 49/100 |
| Nosy Be | $864–1,480 | 60/100 |
Cheaper alternatives to Antananarivo
Similar safety, lower cost, in Africa.
| Place | Country | Comfortable month |
|---|---|---|
| Aswan | Egypt | $478–803 |
| Dahab | Egypt | $536–861 |
| Djerba | Tunisia | $674–1,080 |
| Sousse | Tunisia | $674–1,080 |
| Addis Ababa | Ethiopia | $553–921 |
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Antananarivo?
About $341–591 on a lean budget, $796–1,360 for a comfortable month and $1,820–3,180 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Antananarivo?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs Ar1.6M–3.2M ($364–727) a month in the center and Ar700,000–1.5M ($159–341) outside it.
How much does food cost in Antananarivo?
A local meal is Ar4,000–9,000 ($0.9–2.0); a mid-range restaurant is Ar25,000–55,000 ($5.7–12.5) per person.
Is Madagascar expensive?
Prices in Madagascar are about 31% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Madagascar e-visa portal
- Madagascar tourism
Prices are SoloSquare estimates for 2026, reviewed against official and operator prices where available. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.