Paphos Scores

  • English: The locals speak excellent English, the only thing that you may notice is not always accurate pronunciation, because the phonetic system of their language is different from English.

  • Friendliness to outsiders: The locals are not super friendly to outsiders, but nevertheless polite.

  • Internet: There is high-speed Internet in Paphos.
  • Workspaces: There is an great environment for working and lots of great coworking spots.

  • Income: The average monthly income is as low as $2000.
  • Entertainment: There are several places where you can relax and have a good time with friends.

  • Level of happiness: The level of happiness and life satisfaction among the local population is quite average.

  • Safety: In general, the situation in Paphos is calm, the average level of safety, but in some areas there are exceptions. Please be vigilant.
  • Walkability: Paphos has many beautiful parks, squares and walkways for walking with children. There are wide sidewalks along the roads, and there are paths for cyclists.

  • Quality of life: In terms of health care, demography, education, environmental conditions, economic conditions, employment, the standard of living can be assessed as good.

  • Startup friendly: In the past few years, startups in Paphos have gained high popularity, increasing the flow of money invested.

  • Expenses: Average prices for both goods and services, and for the purchase / rental of housing. Usual monthly spendings are around $2800.
  • Education: The level of secondary and higher education can be described as very high.

  • Air quality:
  • Nightlife: has a small number of pubs and nightclubs, but the existing ones are characterized by a high-quality level of service and reasonable prices.

  • Fits for families: There are not so many places where you can spend a good time with your family and children, but almost all of them provide excellent service.

  • Racial tolerance: Cases of racial and ethnic discrimination are extremely rare.

  • Traffic safety: A lot of work has been done in Paphos to ensure road safety. That’s why the road accident rate can be considered as low.

  • LGBTQ friendly: The attitude towards the LGBT community by the majority of citizens of Paphos is fine.

  • Female friendly: The relationship between men and women is quite liberal, a woman has all the rights and freedoms. But the way of life in society continues to be patriarchal.

  • Free WiFi: Free wi-fi is available in almost all hotels, but its speed raises many questions. In cafes and restaurants, you sometimes have to pay for an Internet connection.

  • Freedom of speech: Freedom of speech is spelled out in the constitution. But local authorities are enforcing laws that will somewhat complicate the work of journalists and restrict freedom of speech for all citizens.

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