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Cyprus Sees 1.8% Population Growth In 2023, Statistical Data Reveal

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

January 16, 2025

The population in the Government-controlled areas of Cyprus reached an estimated 966,400 by the end of 2023, up from 949,100 in 2022, reflecting a 1.8% increase, according to demographic statistics published by the Statistical Service on Wednesday.

The data highlight the ageing of Cyprus’ population. In 2023, children under 15 years made up 15.3% of the population, while individuals aged 65 and over accounted for 17.7%. This is a notable shift from 2000 when children represented 22.3% and the elderly just 11.3%.

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Birth Rates

Births in the Government-controlled areas saw a slight increase, reaching 10,241 in 2023, up from 10,187 the previous year, resulting in a crude birth rate of 10.7 per 1,000 people. However, the total fertility rate remained unchanged at 1.4, well below the replacement level of 2.1, and a significant decline from its local peak of 2.5 in 1982.

Women in Cyprus are having children later in life, with the average age at first birth rising to 30 years, and the mean age at childbirth, regardless of order, increasing to 31.5 years.

Mortality And Life Expectancy

Deaths in the Government-controlled areas dropped to 6,742 in 2023, compared to 7,307 in 2022, bringing the crude death rate down to 7 per 1,000 population from 7.8.

Life expectancy improved slightly, reaching 81 years for males and 85 years for females in 2023, compared to 80.2 and 83.9, respectively, in 2022. However, infant mortality rose from 3.3 to 4.5 deaths per 1,000 live births.

Migration Trends

Cyprus has maintained positive net migration since 2016. In 2023, net migration was estimated at 13,782. Long-term immigrants—both Cypriots and foreigners—totalled 40,761, compared to 37,558 in 2022. Conversely, the number of emigrants rose to 26,979, up from 21,118 the previous year.

Marriage And Divorce Statistics

The total number of marriages declined in 2023, falling to 11,766 from 13,350 in 2022. Ecclesiastical marriages saw a small drop, from 4,486 in 2022 to 4,355 in 2023. Civil marriages experienced a sharper decline, from 8,864 to 7,411, with only 2,076 involving residents of Cyprus.

The number of divorces, however, increased significantly, reaching 2,134 in 2023, up from 1,503 in 2022. The crude divorce rate rose to 2.23 per 1,000 people, while the total divorce rate—indicating the percentage of marriages expected to end in divorce—surged to 347.8 per 1,000 marriages, a dramatic increase from 41.6 per 1,000 in 1980.

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Energy Supply Challenges In A Disrupted Landscape

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Inflationary Pressures On Agricultural And Processed Goods

Data from the national statistics office show rising prices across agricultural products and related goods. Cost increases are extending beyond raw inputs to livestock and processed food items. Additional pressures may emerge from earlier disruptions, including the dengue fever outbreak in Cyprus. These factors are expected to affect pricing gradually.

Divergent Trends Across Economic Sectors

Food and non-alcoholic beverage prices increased by 6.16% year-on-year in March. Housing, water, electricity, gas and fuels declined by 1.90%, while electricity and water dropped by 12.94%. Petroleum products increased by 2.26%, reflecting recent market changes. Restaurant and hotel services rose by 3.28%, education by 3.71%, and recreation by 2.94%. Personal care and related goods increased by 1.18%, while media and communications declined by 1.83%. Apparel and footwear dropped by 5.78%, and transport prices remained broadly stable with a 0.11% increase.

Outlook

Energy costs and supply conditions will continue to influence pricing across sectors. Future developments will depend on energy market stability and broader economic trends. Changes in input costs and demand levels will determine the extent of price adjustments in the coming months.