How Cyprus compares across key indices
Cost of Living
64 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
55/100
Healthcare
74/100
Quality of Life
120/200
How far your money goes in Cyprus
Cost of Living
64
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
48
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
64
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
67
100 = NYC dining
How safe residents feel in Cyprus - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
55/100
Crime Index
55/100
Lower is better
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Cyprus has 15 cities with Freedom Abroad estimates. Monthly costs for a single person range from $1,266 in Famagusta to $1,528 in Nicosia. Limassol leads on safety, scoring 55/100. Famagusta ranks highest for quality of life at 122/200.
Famagusta
$1,266/mo
Limassol
55/100
Famagusta
122/200
Nicosia
79/100
| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
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| Nicosia | $1,528 | 54/100 | 121/200 | 79/100 | 27 |
| Limassol | $1,342 | 55/100 | 121/200 | 73/100 | 23 |
| Larnaca | $1,290 | 55/100 | 121/200 | 71/100 | 20 |
| Stróvolos | $1,287 | 55/100 | 121/200 | 71/100 | 20 |
| Famagusta | $1,266 | 55/100 | 122/200 | 70/100 | 19 |
| Káto Lakatámeia | $1,266 | 55/100 | 122/200 | 70/100 | 19 |
| Paphos | $1,266 | 55/100 | 122/200 | 70/100 | 19 |
| Kyrenia | $1,266 | 55/100 | 122/200 | 70/100 | 19 |
| Mórfou | $1,266 | 55/100 | 122/200 | 70/100 | 19 |
| Káto Polemídia | $1,266 | 55/100 | 122/200 | 70/100 | 19 |
| Aradíppou | $1,266 | 55/100 | 122/200 | 70/100 | 19 |
| Aglantziá | $1,266 | 55/100 | 122/200 | 70/100 | 19 |
| Égkomi | $1,266 | 55/100 | 122/200 | 70/100 | 19 |
| Protaras | $1,266 | 55/100 | 122/200 | 70/100 | 19 |
| Germasógeia | $1,266 | 55/100 | 122/200 | 70/100 | 19 |
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Air quality, water, and environmental conditions in Cyprus
Pollution Index
27/100
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PM2.5
13.5ug/m3
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Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Common questions about living in Cyprus, answered with data
Cyprus has a cost of living index of 64 relative to New York City (100). It is moderately affordable compared to the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $1,342 in Limassol and reach $1,528 in Nicosia.
Limassol is the most affordable city in Cyprus in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $1,342 for a single person including rent. Nicosia is the next most affordable at $1,528/mo.
Cyprus has a safety index of 55/100, making it generally safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Limassol scores highest on safety at 55/100.
Limassol ranks highest for quality of life in Cyprus, scoring 121/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $1,342/mo for a single person.
Cyprus scores 74/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it good by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Yes. Cyprus's cost of living is roughly 36% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 52% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
Cyprus has a pollution index of 27/100 (lower = cleaner). This is relatively clean by global standards, making it appealing for those prioritising air quality and outdoor lifestyle.
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