Maroantsetra Population 2026
Maroantsetra has a population of 45,041, making it the #26 biggest city in 🇲🇬 Madagascar, located in Analanjirofo. Roughly 0.1% of Madagascar's population lives here. It is about 30× smaller than Antananarivo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
45,041
Rank in Madagascar
#26
Coordinates
15.44°S, 49.74°E
~10 m elevation · Indian/Antananarivo
Distance to capital (Antananarivo)
452 km
281 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Analanjirofo
| City | Population | Rank in Madagascar |
|---|---|---|
| Fenoarivo Atsinanana | 44,199 | #27 |
| Soanierana Ivongo | 39,271 | #38 |
| Vavatenina | 37,861 | #40 |
| Mananara | 37,224 | #42 |
| Ambodimanga II | 33,000 | #52 |
| Ambodifotatra | 28,406 | #61 |
Cities near Maroantsetra
FAQ
What is the population of Maroantsetra?
Maroantsetra has a population of 45,041 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #26 biggest city in Madagascar.
What region is Maroantsetra in?
Maroantsetra is located in Analanjirofo, Madagascar.
Is Maroantsetra the capital of Madagascar?
No, the capital of Madagascar is Antananarivo, about 452 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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