Mahanoro Population 2026
Mahanoro has a population of 40,033, making it the #35 biggest city in 🇲🇬 Madagascar, located in Atsinanana. Roughly 0.1% of Madagascar's population lives here. It is about 34× smaller than Antananarivo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
40,033
Rank in Madagascar
#35
Coordinates
19.90°S, 48.80°E
~3 m elevation · Indian/Antananarivo
Distance to capital (Antananarivo)
172 km
107 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Atsinanana
| City | Population | Rank in Madagascar |
|---|---|---|
| Toamasina | 345,107 | #2 |
| Marolambo | 26,160 | #69 |
| Vohibinany | 25,311 | #72 |
| Ampasimanolotra | 21,000 | #88 |
| Vatomandry | 16,771 | #98 |
Cities near Mahanoro
- Vatomandry16,771 people · ~66 km away
- Marolambo26,160 people · ~73 km away
- Nosy Varika37,152 people · ~81 km away
- Sahavato28,000 people · ~92 km away
- Moramanga60,456 people · ~121 km away
- Ampasimanolotra21,000 people · ~124 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mahanoro?
Mahanoro has a population of 40,033 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #35 biggest city in Madagascar.
What region is Mahanoro in?
Mahanoro is located in Atsinanana, Madagascar.
Is Mahanoro the capital of Madagascar?
No, the capital of Madagascar is Antananarivo, about 172 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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