Capital: Nicosia
Population
Total Population:
1,358,282
Natural Increase:
1.0%
Density:
144 Inhabitants/km²
Urban Population:
67.1%
Population of main cities (including suburbs):
Limassol (101,000); Strovolos (67,900); Lefkosia (55,100); Larnaca (85,900)
Ethnic Origins:
The Republic of Cyprus is divided into two parts, the Greek part (around 99%) under the control of the Republic of Cyprus, and the Turkish area in the North (about 1%). Other ethnic groups also inhabit the island (e.g. Armenians). Nicosia retains the distinction of being the last divided capital in the World. Over 99% of Greek Cypriots now live in the Republic of Cyprus, while over 99% of Turkish Cypriots live in Northern Cyprus. (
Statistical Service of Cyprus)
Official Language:
Greek and Turkish
Other Languages Spoken:
English is widely spoken. French and German are also spoken within the tourism industry.
Business Language(s):
English, French, German
Religion:
Eastern Orthodox Christian 89.1%, Roman Catholic 2.9%, Protestant/Anglican 2%, Muslim 1.8%, Buddhist 1%, other 1.4%, unknown 1.7%
Literacy Rate:
96.8%
Local Time:
It is %T:%M %A In Nicosia
Exchange Rate on
:
National Currency: Euro (EUR)
Country Overview
Area:
9,250 km²
Type of State:
Cyprus is a republic based on a parliamentary democracy. The internationally recognised government controls the southern two-thirds of the island and is known as the Republic of Cyprus. The northern one-third is Turkish-occupied and has been self-declared as the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) since 1983, but it is only recognised internationally by Turkey.
Type of Economy:
Upper-middle-income, diversified but variable economy..
The Cypriot economy maintains solid growth, supported by a dynamic tourism sector and tax reforms, which are helping to reduce public debt and strengthen financial stability.
HDI*:
0.913/1
HDI (World Rank):
31/192
Note: (*) The HDI, Human Development Index, measures a country's development in terms of quality of life. It mainly takes into account life expectancy, level of education and GDP per capita.
Telecommunication
Telephone Code:
To call from Cyprus, dial 00
To call Cyprus, dial +357
Internet Suffix:
.cy
Households with a computer:
0.8 per 100 Inhabitants
Telephone Lines:
33.1 per 100 Inhabitants
Internet Users:
91.2 per 100 Inhabitants
Access to Electricity:
100% of the Population
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Latest Update: October 2025
Cyprus: Statistical Overview
