Cost of Living in Limassol (2026) — Monthly Budget

Wondering how far your salary goes in Limassol? Here’s what everyday life costs, in local prices — the numbers that matter when you’re deciding to move or negotiating a package.

What things cost

One-bed apartment, central and seafront€1,150–1,800 / month

Public transport, monthly pass≈€40 / month — but Limassol is a driving city

Groceries, one person€300–450 / month

Half-litre of beer in a bar€4–6

Coffee (frappé or filter)€3–4.50

Good to know

Population

≈250,000 in the Limassol urban area — the second city and the business capital

Languages

Greek (official); English very widely used in business and administration; Russian widespread in Limassol

Currency

Euro (EUR) — Cyprus joined the eurozone in 2008

Time zone

EET (GMT+2); EEST (GMT+3) in summer

Power plug

Type G (UK three-pin), 240 V / 50 Hz — a British colonial legacy

Climate

Mediterranean — very hot dry summers over 35°C, mild wet winters around 15–18°C

Driving side

Left — Cyprus never switched after independence

EU status

In the EU and the eurozone, but NOT in the Schengen area

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A note on budgeting

Rent is usually the swing factor — location and whether bills are included move the number most. Build your estimate from the rent band above, add a monthly living figure, and keep a buffer for one-off setup costs (deposits, a residence permit, a local SIM, first-month transport). Globe Quest turns this into a personalized Limassol checklist so nothing setup-related catches you off guard.