Cost of Living in South Cyprus
Pay attention to one beautiful country in the Mediterranean sea –South Cyprus. According to statistics, every fifth person living here is a visitor. The economics of South Cyprus largely lies much on the tourists that is why many people can speak English and Russian here. Some important facts to remember when you are in South Cyprus are to use the left-driving rule and the Euro. The banks and the medicine stores here are closed on Sundays which is a real challenge if you intend to exchange your money.
Restaurants and Markets
South Cyprus is a gastronomical paradise for all. Loads of pretty cafes and restaurants on the seashore are found in every city offering local and international cuisines. Three courses for two will cost about USD 45 averagely. A relaxing cup of cappuccino is as much as USD 3.50 on the average. Those missing combo fast food can get it for around USD 6.50. The heaven for the belly is not limited to restaurants and cafes. Markets are the place to get the freshest products wherever you are in South Cyprus. The prices here are quite attractive. Here is a rough idea of what to expect;
Transportation
To get to and from the market, people often use their own vehicles. We have already mentioned, that there’s left driving on South Cyprus. Keeping this in mind, note that the prices for gasoline are USD 5 per gallon on average. To take a taxi, you should prepare USD 5 for taxi start and USD 1.50 for every mile till your destination.
Utilities
Average fees, costs and other information on paying the utility bills in South Cyprus are the following. Electricity, collecting garbage and water provision in the house cost USD 120 per month. USD 0.10 per minute rating for mobile connection with the world. You have the choice to use an alternative in the form of the unlimited data Internet which will actually be only USD 45 per month.
Clothing and shoes
Locals and tourists all over the world (and South Cyprus is not an exclusion) find shopping the most interesting way for luxury. Some call it sports, by the way. Dismissing hesitations, go visit the boutiques and buy yourself a pretty pair of running shoes for USD 80, a pair of Levis for USD 70, or nice leather business shoes for USD 100.
Rent per month
Cost of living in South Cyprus has also been fixed by square meters of living space. To rent a spacious three-bedroom apartment in the center of big cities in South Cyprus, be ready to spend USD 1000 monthly. The one-bedroom place is less expensive obviously, so it is approximately USD 500 far from the center. The same space in the downtown costs something like USD 600.
Food | Price in € | |||
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12.50 EUR | ||||
7 EUR | ||||
8.50 EUR | ||||
38.75 EUR | ||||
8.50 EUR | ||||
25 EUR | ||||
7.50 EUR | ||||
48.95 EUR | ||||
0.95 EUR | ||||
9.50 EUR | ||||
12 EUR | ||||
18.50 EUR | ||||
8 EUR | ||||
10 EUR | ||||
20 EUR | ||||
2.00 EUR | ||||
5.50 EUR | ||||
8.50 EUR | ||||
25 EUR | ||||
Housing | ||||
165 EUR | ||||
145 EUR | ||||
58.50 EUR | ||||
105 EUR | ||||
200 EUR | ||||
200 EUR | ||||
120 EUR | ||||
2000 EUR | ||||
120 EUR | ||||
Personal Care | ||||
100 EUR | ||||
60 EUR | ||||
18 EUR | ||||
40 EUR | ||||
24.50 EUR | ||||
65 EUR | ||||
105 EUR | ||||
90 EUR | ||||
30 EUR | ||||
100 EUR | ||||
1000 EUR | ||||
3000 EUR | ||||
Entertainment | ||||
120 EUR | ||||
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120 EUR | |||
30 EUR | ||||
15 EUR | ||||
120 EUR | ||||
12.50 EUR | ||||
96.50 EUR | ||||
150 EUR | ||||
2000 EUR | ||||
200 EUR | ||||
500 EUR | ||||
Transportation | ||||
45 EUR | ||||
30 EUR | ||||
6.50 EUR | ||||
140 EUR | ||||
2300 EUR | ||||
Clothes | ||||
150 EUR | ||||
215 EUR | ||||
280 EUR | ||||
135.79 EUR | ||||
120 EUR | ||||
150 EUR |
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All data is kept up to date by local members and actual students. Our latest update was on: 1st of January 2020
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