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Cost of Living in Limassol

Limassol, Lemesós, Cyprus · Population 198,558

▼ -6% vs Cyprus average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)€747 ($812)
Couple, monthly€1,342 ($1,459)
Family of four, monthly€1,751 ($1,904)

Estimated Prices in Limassol

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant€7.45 ($8.10)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range€29.81 ($32.40)per meal
Cappuccino€2.24 ($2.43)each
Monthly groceries (single person)€169 ($184)per month
Monthly public transport pass€27.32 ($29.70)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment€72.04 ($78.30)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)€20.87 ($22.68)per month
Fitness club membership€20.87 ($22.68)per month
Cinema ticket€5.46 ($5.94)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre€360 ($391)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre€250 ($272)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre€751 ($816)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Limassol is €1,564 ($1,700) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of €747 ($812) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly €971 ($1,056) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (€250 ($272)) represents about 33% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

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3 km away · Lemesós

Ágios Athanásios

4 km away · Lemesós

Káto Polemídia

5 km away · Lemesós

Germasógeia

6 km away · Lemesós

Ýpsonas

8 km away · Lemesós

Dáli

52 km away · Lefkosía

Latsia

56 km away · Lefkosía

Paphos

58 km away · Páfos

Other Major Cities in Cyprus

Nicosia

Lefkosía · pop. 256,119

€993 ($1,080) / mo

Paphos

Páfos · pop. 55,000

€747 ($812) / mo

Larnaca

Lárnaka · pop. 52,038

€747 ($812) / mo

Living in Limassol

Limassol is one of the key cities in Cyprus. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is €747 ($812), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around €250 ($272) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to €1,751 ($1,904) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately €1,342 ($1,459) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Limassol is €1,564 ($1,700). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least €971 ($1,056) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Limassol expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated €747 ($812) per month in Limassol including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Cyprus.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Limassol?
A net salary of around €971 ($1,056) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Limassol with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Limassol is €1,564 ($1,700).
How much is rent in Limassol?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated €360 ($391) per month in the city centre and €250 ($272) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about €751 ($816).
Is Limassol cheaper than Cyprus on average?
Yes — Limassol is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Cyprus average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Limassol?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at €169 ($184) in Limassol. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about €7 ($8) and a cappuccino runs around €2 ($2).
How do transport costs in Limassol compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Limassol is estimated at €27 ($30). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Limassol are estimates based on Cyprus national averages adjusted for city size (population 198,558). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.