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Kyrenia, Cyprus

Keryneia · 🇨🇾 Cyprus

Kyrenia is a small city in Keryneia, Cyprus with a population of 26,701. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
26,701 Population
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
14.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Famagusta Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.9%
29% lower than US avg

People

Population26,701
Median Age37.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$36,624
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.9%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking31.1%
Depression1.6%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI12 (Good)
Rain14.2 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.2%
Population26,701
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates35.3363°, 33.3173°
TimezoneAsia/Famagusta
Country🇨🇾 Cyprus
State / ProvinceKeryneia
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation14.2 inches (360 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.9 years

Is Kyrenia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kyrenia receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Kyrenia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kyrenia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 12.

Kyrenia has a population of 26,701. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. 19.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 76.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

26,701
Total Population
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kyrenia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kyrenia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kyrenia is N/A. Per capita income is $36,624. The cost of living index is 68.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kyrenia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$36,624

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living68.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kyrenia, 22.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.8% have high blood pressure. 31.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 5.2% report binge drinking. 1.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Kyrenia vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.9%
29% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
High Blood Pressure30.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking31.1%
122% above US avg
Binge Drinking5.2%
Depression1.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.0%

Food & Exercise

Kyrenia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 14.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 12 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.2°F
24% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.2 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median12.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.7%

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates35.3363°N, 33.3173°W
TimezoneAsia/Famagusta

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
February 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in Coldest
March 55°F (13°C) 1.8 in
April 62°F (17°C) 0.7 in
May 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
July 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
October 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in
November 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in
December 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in Wettest

Kyrenia has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 52°F in February to 84°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 14.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.1") and July the driest (0.0").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 91.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kyrenia

What is the population of Kyrenia?

Kyrenia has a population of 26,701 residents and is located in Cyprus.. The median age of residents is 37.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Kyrenia expensive to live in?

Kyrenia is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 68.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kyrenia?

Kyrenia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 12.

How are the schools in Kyrenia?

35.0% of adults in Kyrenia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kyrenia?

The obesity rate in Kyrenia is 22.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 31.1% of adults are smokers. 1.6% of residents report depression.

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