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