Cost of Living in Cyprus - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Cyprus
Address: CY

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $963 (excluding rent), and $2,042 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,454 (excluding rent), and $4,280 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$17.26 €14.74

$11.50 €9.82

$34.52 €29.48

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$69.0 €58.9

$51.7 €44.17

$115 €98.2

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$9.02 €7.70

$7.89 €6.74

$11.27 €9.63

Cappuccino

$4.01 €3.43

$2.32 €1.98

$5.81 €4.96

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.00 €1.71

$1.15 €0.98

$3.44 €2.93

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.05 €0.90

$0.56 €0.48

$2.24 €1.92

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$4.76 €4.06

$2.37 €2.03

$5.95 €5.08

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$5.84 €4.98

$3.50 €2.99

$8.17 €6.97

Milk (1 liter)

$1.91 €1.63

$1.36 €1.16

$2.95 €2.52

White Bread (500g)

$2.02 €1.73

$1.17 €1.00

$3.69 €3.15

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.83 €2.41

$1.51 €1.29

$3.93 €3.36

Eggs

$4.41 €3.76

$2.79 €2.39

$7.13 €6.09

Local Cheese (1kg)

$13.74 €11.73

$8.17 €6.98

$20.41 €17.43

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$9.27 €7.92

$5.80 €4.96

$11.60 €9.91

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$13.88 €11.85

$9.18 €7.84

$19.50 €16.65

Apples (1kg)

$3.13 €2.67

$1.78 €1.52

$4.74 €4.05

Banana (1kg)

$2.14 €1.83

$1.19 €1.02

$4.15 €3.54

Oranges (1kg)

$2.33 €1.99

$0.92 €0.79

$4.36 €3.73

Tomato (1kg)

$3.19 €2.73

$1.71 €1.46

$4.91 €4.19

Potato (1kg)

$1.68 €1.44

$0.94 €0.80

$2.91 €2.49

Onion (1kg)

$1.56 €1.33

$0.92 €0.79

$2.52 €2.15

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.95 €0.81

$0.42 €0.36

$2.02 €1.73

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.09 €0.93

$0.53 €0.45

$1.98 €1.69

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$5.82 €4.97

$5.35 €4.57

$6.98 €5.96

Wine (Bottle)

$8.04 €6.87

$4.60 €3.92

$13.78 €11.77

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.90 €1.63

$1.14 €0.98

$3.41 €2.91

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.58 €2.21

$1.26 €1.08

$4.60 €3.93

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$2.32 €1.98

$1.75 €1.49

$2.79 €2.39

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$57.7 €49.30

$46.17 €39.43

$57.7 €49.30

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$6.16 €5.26

$5.14 €4.39

$11.41 €9.74

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.90 €1.63

$1.08 €0.92

$3.09 €2.64

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$34.24 €29.24

$21.91 €18.71

$68.5 €58.5

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.64 €1.40

$1.60 €1.37

$1.79 €1.53

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$28.4K €24.2K

$25.0K €21.3K

$30.5K €26.1K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$33.1K €28.3K

$30.4K €26.0K

$35.8K €30.6K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$219 €187

$132 €113

$349 €298

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$23.57 €20.13

$11.60 €9.91

$34.82 €29.74

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$35.88 €30.64

$23.32 €19.91

$58.3 €49.78

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$76.0 €64.9

$46.27 €39.51

$104 €88.9

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$29.49 €25.18

$17.29 €14.76

$46.10 €39.37

Cinema Ticket

$11.76 €10.04

$10.59 €9.04

$15.30 €13.06

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$499 €426

$387 €330

$732 €625

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$8,512 €7,269

$6,689 €5,713

$13.9K €11.9K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$91.6 €78.2

$45.46 €38.82

$136 €116

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$54.2 €46.31

$23.29 €19.89

$81.5 €69.6

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$102 €86.9

$67.0 €57.2

$136 €116

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$120 €102

$78.8 €67.3

$160 €137

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,034 €883

$692 €591

$1,730 €1,478

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$831 €710

$520 €444

$1,387 €1,184

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,971 €1,683

$1,262 €1,077

$2,982 €2,547

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,591 €1,358

$1,037 €885

$2,304 €1,968

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$3,792 €3,238

$2,774 €2,369

$5,432 €4,639

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$2,577 €2,201

$1,745 €1,490

$4,591 €3,921

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$1,924 €1,643

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

4.39

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: March 2, 2026

By City in Cyprus

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	Aglantzia	20000	91	$880	$1,799	$2,284	$3,889	116.25	287.93
2	Aradippou	20000	87	$826	$1,722	$2,306	$3,750	152.76	212.43
3	Athienou	5000	87	$849	$1,712	$2,306	$3,670	39.64	166.19
4	Ayia Napa	3000	89	$972	$1,784	$2,479	$3,839	43	88.31
5	Dali	10000	87	$938	$1,743	$1,916	$3,740	37.27	248.76
6	Famagusta	42526	83	$791	$1,631	$1,995	$3,175	184.69	24.6
7	Iskele	-	97	$883	$1,934	$2,620	$4,063	179.56	22.58
8	Kyrenia	33207	82	$765	$1,655	$2,345	$3,627	52.12	33.53
9	Lapithos	-	90	$958	$1,766	$2,310	$3,918	75.38	17.21
10	Larnaca	51468	94	$903	$1,905	$2,311	$3,746	71.69	245.59
11	Limassol	101000	127	$1,053	$2,487	$2,721	$5,079	83.04	252.94
12	Nicosia	310355	92	$957	$1,816	$2,475	$3,913	267.93	236.56
13	Paphos	32892	99	$966	$1,982	$2,460	$4,201	218.55	198.1
14	Paralimni	15000	87	$1,014	$1,730	$2,347	$4,007	135.14	125.54
15	Protaras	-	90	$941	$1,805	$2,751	$3,845	12.78	125.54
16	Strovolos	67904	85	$785	$1,668	$2,105	$3,844	42.81	292.55
17	Tseri	7000	88	$806	$1,757	$2,020	$3,790	35.18	224.76
18	Ypsonas	10916	91	$977	$1,809	$2,496	$3,971	102.8	247.6

Cyprus Median Internet Speeds (Updated January 2026)

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The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

Digital Nomad Cost of Living Index

Cost of Living in Cyprus - Frequently Asked Questions

Cost of Living in Cyprus offers a balanced picture for travelers, expats, and digital nomads. City centers tend to be pricier, while towns and rural areas provide quieter, more affordable options for housing, dining, and services. Quality of life – safety, healthcare access, weather, and English-speaking amenities – adds value that can offset modest price gaps. For nomads, coworking spaces and flexible rentals help keep costs reasonable without sacrificing connectivity. Overall, you can align your lifestyle with your budget by choosing neighborhoods wisely and planning seasonal shifts in activity. Tip: Start with a longer-term rental to stabilize costs and test neighborhoods before committing.

Daily life in Cyprus mixes coastal charm with practical urban amenities. Housing search tends to favor longer leases in neighborhoods with easy access to buses, groceries, and coworking spaces. Food options rely on fresh markets, tavernas, and reliable supermarkets; you can enjoy local produce and seafood at reasonable costs by shopping wisely. Transport varies by town: buses cover major routes, while many choose a scooter or car for flexibility in suburban areas. Co-working spaces are common in larger towns, supporting remote work and networking. Errands unfold smoothly when you map medical, postal, and admin hubs by district. Cyprus living cost fluctuates with season, so plan ahead. Tip: Map your daily needs to minimize trips and save time.

Quality of life in Cyprus blends outdoor living, safety, and accessible services. Build a simple budgeting framework: separate housing, food, transport, utilities, and activities; track expenditures across seasons and adjust by region. Budget tips include choosing non-touristy neighborhoods to keep rates reasonable, shopping at local markets, and prioritizing public transit or cycling. Seasonality matters: summer crowds and tourism can shift availability and hours, while shoulder seasons offer calmer days and better value. Neighborhood fit means easy access to daily needs, reliable internet, and a sense of community. Tip: Map a weekly budget and review it monthly to stay aligned with your goals.