Paphos

🇨🇾Cyprus•Southern Europe

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living59

Safety81

Healthcare75

Career Opportunities62

Climate89

Transport70

Air Quality88

Family Friendliness80

Education73

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Paphos a good place to live?

Paphos scores 75/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 59/100), very safe (safety: 81/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 75/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Paphos?

Paphos has a cost of living score of 59/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Paphos?

Paphos has a transport score of 70/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Paphos?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Paphos are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Paphos safe for expats?

Paphos has a safety score of 81/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 88/100.

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