Fianarantsoa Population 2026
Fianarantsoa has a population of 203,105, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇲🇬 Madagascar, located in Upper Matsiatra. Roughly 0.6% of Madagascar's population lives here. It is about 6.6× smaller than Antananarivo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
203,105
Rank in Madagascar
#5
Coordinates
21.45°S, 47.09°E
~1,117 m elevation · Indian/Antananarivo
Distance to capital (Antananarivo)
286 km
178 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Upper Matsiatra
| City | Population | Rank in Madagascar |
|---|---|---|
| Ambalavao | 45,784 | #25 |
| Ikalamavony | 15,601 | #104 |
Cities near Fianarantsoa
- Ambalavao45,784 people · ~45 km away
- Ifanadiana16,607 people · ~59 km away
- Ikongo38,851 people · ~60 km away
- Ikalamavony15,601 people · ~62 km away
- Amboanjo17,000 people · ~100 km away
- Ambositra43,504 people · ~104 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fianarantsoa?
Fianarantsoa has a population of 203,105 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Madagascar.
What region is Fianarantsoa in?
Fianarantsoa is located in Upper Matsiatra, Madagascar.
Is Fianarantsoa the capital of Madagascar?
No, the capital of Madagascar is Antananarivo, about 286 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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