Cyprus has a population of 703,529 inhabitants, with an estimated annual growth rate of 0.54% (Department of Statistics, July 2005 estimates). More than 50% (485,304) are urban residents, whereas 218,225 are rural residents. The capital of the country is Lefkosia (Nicosia) with a population of 213,500. The second biggest city is Lemessos (Limassol) with a population of 161,200 .

 Population by Age and Gender (2001)