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Nicosia vs Limassol

Cyprus vs Cyprus · 63 km apart

Nicosia

Cyprus

€993 ($1,080)

single / month

VS

Limassol

Cyprus

€747 ($812)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseNicosiaLimassolCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$10.53$8.10Limassol
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$42.12$32.40Limassol
Cappuccino$3.16$2.43Limassol
Monthly groceries (single person)$239$184Limassol
Monthly public transport pass$38.61$29.70Limassol
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$102$78.30Limassol
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$29.48$22.68Limassol
Fitness club membership$29.48$22.68Limassol
Cinema ticket$7.72$5.94Limassol
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$543$391Limassol
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$378$272Limassol
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,133$816Limassol
Total single-person budget$1,080$812Limassol
Average net salary$2,210$1,700

Verdict

Limassol is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Nicosia runs about $1,080 versus $812 in Limassol — a difference of roughly 25%.

Salary-adjusted, Nicosia leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Nicosia  ·  Full cost of living in Limassol

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nicosia cheaper than Limassol?
No. Nicosia costs an estimated $1,080 per month for a single person, about 25% more than Limassol at $812.
How far is Nicosia from Limassol?
The straight-line distance between Nicosia and Limassol is approximately 63 km (39 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Nicosia or Limassol?
The estimated average net salary is $2,210 in Nicosia and $1,700 in Limassol. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,130 in Nicosia versus $888 in Limassol per month.