Population: 30 million
Madagascar has a population of 30 million. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $16 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Madagascar is $16 billion ($530 per capita).
Capital: Antananarivo
The capital city of Madagascar is Antananarivo. Currency: Malagasy Ariary (MGA).
Languages: Malagasy, French
Official/main languages: Malagasy, French. Area: 587,041 km². Continent: Africa.
Madagascar Overview
Madagascar (🇲🇬) is located in Africa with a total area of 587,041 km². The country has a population of 30 million and its capital is Antananarivo.
Economy
- GDP: $16 billion
- GDP per capita: $530
- Currency: Malagasy Ariary (MGA)
Key Facts
- Capital: Antananarivo
- Languages: Malagasy, French
- Area: 587,041 km²
- Continent: Africa
How to read this Madagascar profile
Use the population of 30 million together with the area of 587,041 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $16 billion and GDP per capita of $530 describe different economic measures and should not be treated as household income. Values are rounded reference figures rather than a live census.
Madagascar data sources and update scope
This Madagascar profile is a curated reference snapshot assembled from public demographic and economic datasets. Reporting years can differ between indicators; verify time-sensitive decisions with the country's official statistics agency. PocketWorld's linked map layers update independently from these profile values.
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Madagascar?
The population of Madagascar is approximately 30 million.
What is the GDP of Madagascar?
The GDP of Madagascar is approximately $16 billion, which translates to $530 per capita.
What is the capital of Madagascar?
The capital of Madagascar is Antananarivo.