Cyprus has experienced steady population growth over the past several decades, driven by both natural increase and migration. In the mid-20th century, the island's population was under 500,000, but as of 2023, it is estimated to be around 1.25 million. The growth rate has slowed in recent years, with annual increases now typically below 1%. Urbanization has played a significant role, with most residents now living in cities such as Nicosia, Limassol, and Larnaca. Additionally, Cyprus's population dynamics are shaped by its division between the Republic of Cyprus in the south and the Turkish-controlled north, each with distinct demographic trends. Migration, particularly from EU countries and neighboring regions, continues to influence the island’s population structure, contributing to its cultural diversity and economic development.
| Year | Population | Population Density Per Square KM |
|---|---|---|
| 1950 | 494,000 | 53.5 |
| 1955 | 532,750 | 57.7 |
| 1960 | 578,961 | 62.7 |
| 1965 | 600,044 | 64.9 |
| 1970 | 627,455 | 67.9 |
| 1975 | 626,503 | 67.8 |
| 1980 | 630,269 | 68.2 |
| 1985 | 679,224 | 73.5 |
| 1990 | 745,055 | 80.6 |
| 1995 | 847,345 | 91.7 |
| 2000 | 919,680 | 99.5 |
| 2005 | 1,010,742 | 109.4 |
| 2010 | 1,102,726 | 119.3 |
| 2015 | 1,189,441 | 128.7 |
| 2020 | 1,267,376 | 137.1 |
| 2022 | 1,295,102 | 140.1 |
| 2023 | 1,308,120 | 141.6 |
| 2024 | 1,320,525 | 142.9 |
| 2025 | 1,332,293 | 144.2 |
| 2030 | 1,381,021 | 149.4 |
| 2035 | 1,413,331 | 152.9 |
| 2040 | 1,431,463 | 154.9 |
| 2045 | 1,436,653 | 155.5 |
| 2050 | 1,428,212 | 154.6 |
| 2055 | 1,408,383 | 152.4 |
| 2060 | 1,380,462 | 149.4 |
| 2065 | 1,345,339 | 145.6 |
| 2070 | 1,304,612 | 141.2 |
| 2075 | 1,259,779 | 136.3 |
| 2080 | 1,212,294 | 131.2 |
| 2085 | 1,163,967 | 126 |
| 2090 | 1,117,006 | 120.9 |
| 2095 | 1,072,983 | 116.1 |
| 2100 | 1,032,699 | 111.8 |
Data from US Census International Database