Sambava Population 2026
Sambava has a population of 89,003, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇲🇬 Madagascar, located in Sava. Roughly 0.3% of Madagascar's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than Antananarivo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
89,003
Rank in Madagascar
#8
Coordinates
14.27°S, 50.17°E
~10 m elevation · Indian/Antananarivo
Distance to capital (Antananarivo)
588 km
365 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sava
Cities near Sambava
FAQ
What is the population of Sambava?
Sambava has a population of 89,003 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Madagascar.
What region is Sambava in?
Sambava is located in Sava, Madagascar.
Is Sambava the capital of Madagascar?
No, the capital of Madagascar is Antananarivo, about 588 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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