Prices and Cost of Living in Madagascar
Travel Budget Calculator
Calculate how much money you will spend on your vacation in Madagascar. Sample budget for each type of traveler - food, transportation, sightseeing and accommodation expenses.
Backpacker's budget
Traveling with a backpack
from 31.22 USD to 38.83 USD
Average daily expenses were calculated on the basis of the prices of accommodation, food (restaurants and shops), transport (public transport and taxis) and some tourist attractions. Values may vary depending on the city, tourist season, or during major religious and public events. Update 8 November 2024.
How much do you spend per day on travel and sightseeing?
Traveling and sightseeing in a cheap way (hostels, cheap food), you can fit into a budget from 143997 MGA (31.22 USD) to 179097 MGA (38.83 USD). On the other hand, a slightly higher standard (3-star hotel, meals in restaurants) you should expect to spend from 234307 MGA (50.8 USD) to 342651 MGA (74.29 USD). You should additionally take into account that if you are traveling alone, the cost may be slightly higher.
Food Prices - Calculate the Cost of Living
The calculator allows you to quickly and easily calculate how much you will spend on average to buy food at grocery stores in Madagascar. Plan your daily, weekly and monthly food expenses.
Select the appropriate number of days to see how much you will spend on food during that period. Values given for one person.
Cheapest products
Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.
from 2.93 USD to 4.44 USD
Mid-range products
Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.
from 4.1 USD to 6.43 USD
Average values for capital or largest city. Purchase of food products in local stores and supermarkets corresponding to daily meals of 2,200 to 2,400 kcal was taken into account. Update 8 November 2024.
How much do you have to spend on groceries per day in Madagascar?
When shopping for groceries in local stores and markets, the average daily cost of food expenses will range from 13514 MGA (2.93 USD) to 20479 MGA (4.44 USD) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 18911 MGA (4.1 USD) to 29657 MGA (6.43 USD) per day. These figures are based on daily meals consisting of approximately 2200-2400 kcal and may vary slightly depending on the city.
Budget and shopping basket update: 8 November 2024
Estimated budget and daily food costs are always given per person and are only a suggestion to help you plan your total travel costs.
Budget was calculated on the basis of average prices of accommodation in each category (hotels and hostels), food costs (restaurants and grocery shopping), transport prices and some tourist attractions.
BACKPACKER'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a hostel or cheap hotel,
• travel by public transport,
• dining in cheap local restaurants or buying food in local stores,
• small number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (when traveling alone, prices may be higher, but only if we use a hotel room instead of a dormitory).
TOURIST'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a 3 star hotel (with a small number of available facilities, average prices of 3* and 4* hotels),
• traveling by taxis,
• catering in middle-class restaurants and buying food in grocery stores,
• average number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (they share costs of accommodation and transport).
FOOD EXPENSES
• daily meals containing 2200 to 2400 kcal (applies to both price variants),
• shopping for food in local stores or supermarkets (no meals in restaurants),
• value per person & for the capital or largest city.
Prices in Madagascar
Below you will find a list of prices for products and services in Madagascar, which will help you determine what expenses you should prepare for when going on vacation in this country.
Grocery Store Prices
| Apples (1kg) | 1.27 USD |
| Banana (1kg) | 0.54 USD |
| Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 4.12 USD |
| Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) | 4.34 USD |
| Chicken Fillets (1kg) | 4.65 USD |
| Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) | 5.42 USD |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 0.76 USD |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 1.72 USD |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 1.37 USD |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 0.26 USD |
| Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g) | 0.84 USD |
| Local Cheese (1kg) | 7.60 USD |
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 0.83 USD |
| Onion (1kg) | 0.69 USD |
| Oranges (1kg) | 0.92 USD |
| Potato (1kg) | 0.52 USD |
| Rice (white), (1kg) | 0.66 USD |
| Tomato (1kg) | 0.66 USD |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 0.55 USD |
Food and beverage prices in Madagascar
Popular food products found on store shelves in Madagascar include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 3188 MGA (0.69 USD) for a kilo of onions to 19000 MGA (4.12 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 3040 MGA (0.66 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 3875 MGA (0.84 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 2489 MGA (0.54 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 5850 MGA (1.27 USD) per kilo.
Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 2540 MGA (0.55 USD). Dairy prices in Madagascar, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 3826 MGA (0.83 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 35063 MGA (7.6 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 21444 MGA (4.65 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 7933 MGA (1.72 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 3056 MGA (0.66 USD) per kilo.
Restaurant Prices
| Cappuccino (regular) | 1.11 USD |
| Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 0.81 USD |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 1.08 USD |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 1.52 USD |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 4.88 USD |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 15.18 USD |
| Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant | 1.93 USD |
| Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 0.52 USD |
What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?
Prices in restaurants in Madagascar vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 5125 MGA (1.11 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 3750 MGA (0.81 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 22500 MGA (4.88 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 70000 MGA (15.18 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 8900 MGA (1.93 USD).
Public Transportation Prices
| Monthly Pass (Regular Price) | 4.94 USD |
| One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 0.13 USD |
| Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) | 2.17 USD |
| Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 1.52 USD |
| Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) | 0.98 USD |
How much does transportation cost in Madagascar?
The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 600 MGA (0.13 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 22787 MGA (4.94 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 4500 MGA (0.98 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 7000 MGA (1.52 USD).
Fuel Prices
| Diesel 1L | 1.07 USD |
| Gasoline 1L | 1.29 USD |
Fuel prices in Madagascar
Average fuel prices in Madagascar are 5968 MGA (1.29 USD) per liter of gasoline and 4954 MGA (1.07 USD) per liter of diesel.
Entertainment Prices
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 5.42 USD |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 37.36 USD |
| Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) | 6.50 USD |
Apartment Rental Prices
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 408 USD |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 108 USD |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 867 USD |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 389 USD |
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madagascar?
The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Madagascar varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 496610 MGA (108 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 1883330 MGA (408 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 4033330 MGA (874 USD) per square meter.
Apartment Buying Prices
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre | 874 USD |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | 470 USD |
Average Salary
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 142 USD |
Hotel Prices in Madagascar
A comprehensive list of the current prices of accommodations in various cities, ranging from budget-friendly hotels to high-end luxurious stays.
What is the average cost of a hotel room?
Accommodation prices in Madagascar vary depending on the city, neighborhood or tourist season. For example, the average price of accommodation in Antananarivo (November 2024) ranges from 101472 MGA (22 USD) per night in a hostel to about 193580 MGA (42 USD) in a 3-star hotel. The price of a night in a luxury hotel is an expense from 536831 MGA (116 USD) upwards.
• Prices of products and services in Madagascar. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 03/2023, latest data 10/2024.
• Prices were calculated based on several sources including Expedia.com, Booking.com, local supermarket websites, own sources, submissions from users. We do not guarantee their accuracy, however, we try, to keep them high.
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