CYPRUS

Cost of Living in Cyprus

A couple's monthly budget and what makes it up

300+ sunny days, safety, English everywhere

€2.2–2.8k

couple / month

Limassol, comfortable, with rent

−10–15%

Paphos & Nicosia

cheaper than Limassol

€300–400

groceries / month

for a couple

2.65%

GESY healthcare

+ private €60–150/mo

Rent by city

Limassol, 1-bed

the most expensive city

€1,300–1,650

Paphos, 1-bed

markedly cheaper

€850–1,100

Why Cyprus works

Climate

mild winter, swim into November

Safety

one of the EU's calmest regions

Language

English almost everywhere

The bottom line

OWNER

Rent is the biggest line. Owning your home sharply cuts the monthly budget

CHOICE

Paphos is cheaper than Limassol — the same lifestyle for less

virtoproperty.com · 2026 cost-of-living guides · June 2026
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