Cyprus Dependency Ratio
Age dependency ratio (% of working-age population) SP.POP.DPND
Cyprus's dependency ratio was 44.81 in 2025, ranked 180th globally. This represents a 1.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Cyprus's dependency ratio stood at 44.81 in 2025, a rise of +0.54 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 44.81 by 2025. Cyprus ranked 180th globally.
Cyprus's dependency ratio, a measure of the proportion of its population that is either too young or too old to work, has fluctuated significantly over the past 66 years. The island nation has experienced a notable decline in its dependency ratio, from a peak of 73.40 in 1960 to a trough of 39.23 in 2011. This reduction can be attributed to the country's aging population, as the proportion of elderly individuals has increased, while the proportion of young dependents has decreased. As of 2025, Cyprus's dependency ratio stands at 44.81, ranking it #180 globally. This value is comparable to that of Costa Rica, which ranks #181 with a dependency ratio of 44.84. The decline in Cyprus's dependency ratio is expected to continue, albeit at a slower pace, as the population continues to age. However, if fertility rates were to increase, this trajectory could be altered, potentially leading to an increase in the dependency ratio.
Data & projection
| Year | Dependency Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 45.96 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 45.39 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 44.81 | - | - |
| 2025 | 44.81 | +0.54 | #180 |
| 2024 | 44.28 | +0.64 | #34 |
| 2023 | 43.63 | +0.55 | #31 |
| 2022 | 43.08 | +0.55 | #30 |
| 2021 | 42.53 | +0.57 | #27 |
| 2020 | 41.97 | +0.50 | #27 |
| 2019 | 41.46 | +0.44 | #26 |
| 2018 | 41.03 | +0.41 | #27 |
| 2017 | 40.61 | +0.41 | #25 |
| 2016 | 40.20 | +0.38 | #25 |
| 2015 | 39.82 | +0.29 | #25 |
| 2014 | 39.53 | +0.19 | #21 |
| 2013 | 39.34 | +0.12 | #22 |
| 2012 | 39.23 | +0.00 | #19 |
| 2011 | 39.23 | −0.25 | #21 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Cyprus matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 1994. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw dependency ratio improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Cyprus's dependency ratio was 44.81 in 2025. Ranked 180th globally. This represents a 1.2% increase from the previous year.
Cyprus's dependency ratio peaked at 73.40 in 1960.
The lowest dependency ratio in Cyprus was 39.23 in 2011.
Cyprus ranks 180th globally in dependency ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.POP.DPND. Data sourced from World Bank.
Cyprus's dependency ratio is projected to reach 44.81 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The dependency ratio of Cyprus in 2025 was 44.81. This ranks 180th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_cyprus_dependency-ratio,
title = {Cyprus Dependency Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/cyprus/dependency-ratio/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}