> > World Population >> Asia >> West Asia
Cyprus Population and religion percentage
Cyprus officially called the Republic of Cyprus, is an island nation in the eastern Mediterranean Sea. It is the third largest and third most populous island in the Mediterranean. As per the UN World Population Prospects report, the estimated population of Cyprus in 2026 is 1,284,246 (1.3 million or 13 Lakh)
| Cyprus | 2026 Population |
| Total Population | 1,282,246 |
| Land Area | 9,241 sq.km (3,568 sq. mi.) |
| Pop. Density | 130 people/sq. km |
| Capital City | Nicosia |
| Fertility Rate* | 1.37 |
| Infant mortality rate ** | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 38.6 Years |
| Life Expectancy | 81.8 years |
| Urban Population | 67% |
Source: UN World Population Prospects report
*Fertility rate, average number of children born to women during their reproductive years.
**Infant mortality rate is the number of deaths per 1,000 live births of children under one year of age.
Religion in Cyprus
Christianity is the main religion in Cyprus and is dominated by the Eastern Orthodox branch of Christianity. Other Christian denominations are Armenians, Maronites, Roman Catholics, and the Church of England.
Islam accounts for 2% of the population and the rest of the 4% follow other religions. It includes Baháʼí, Jewish, and non-religious communities in Cyprus.
Religion percent in Cyprus
- Orthodox Christianity – 89.2%
- Roman Catholic – 2.9%
- Protestant – 2%
- Islam – 1.8%
- Other – 4.1%
Source: Census 2011
Largest Cities in Cyprus by Population
| # | City | Population |
| 1 | Nicosia | 200,452 |
| 2 | Limassol | 154,000 |
| 3 | Strovolos | 67,904 |
| 4 | Larnaca | 51,468 |
| 5 | Famagusta | 42,526 |
| 6 | Lakatamia | 38,435 |
| 7 | Kyrenia | 33,207 |
| 8 | Paphos | 32,892 |
| 9 | Kato Polemidhia | 22,369 |
| 10 | Aglandjia | 20,783 |