Cyprus Gini Index
Gini index (0=perfect equality, 100=perfect inequality) SI.POV.GINI
Cyprus's gini index was 31.9 in 2025, ranked 49th globally. This represents a 0.3% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2004–2025.
Overview
Cyprus's gini index stood at 31.9 in 2025, a rise of +0.1 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 31.9 by 2025. Cyprus ranked 49th globally.
Cyprus’ Gini index rose from a trough of 30.10 in 2004 to an all‑time peak of 37.00 in 2013 before easing to 31.90 in 2025, placing the island nation 49th in the global ranking. The post‑crisis surge in inequality coincided with the Eurozone sovereign debt turmoil, which strained public finances and heightened income disparities. Since the 2013 high, modest reforms in tax policy and social protection have contributed to a gradual decline, bringing Cyprus’ inequality level within a narrow band of its European peers: France records 31.96, Estonia 31.82 and Austria 31.80. Over the 21‑year coverage period, the index has shown a net increase of 1.80 points, suggesting that while recent progress has narrowed the gap, structural factors such as labour market segmentation and housing costs could impede further convergence. Continued emphasis on inclusive growth and targeted redistribution measures will be crucial if Cyprus aims to sustain the downward trajectory of income inequality.
Data & projection
| Year | Gini Index | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 32.0 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 31.9 | - | - |
| 2025 | 31.9 | +0.1 | #49 |
| 2023 | 31.8 | +0.3 | #19 |
| 2022 | 31.5 | +0.2 | #23 |
| 2021 | 31.3 | −0.4 | #21 |
| 2020 | 31.7 | +0.5 | #25 |
| 2019 | 31.2 | −1.5 | #27 |
| 2018 | 32.7 | +1.3 | #30 |
| 2017 | 31.4 | −1.5 | #24 |
| 2016 | 32.9 | −1.1 | #33 |
| 2015 | 34.0 | −1.6 | #37 |
| 2014 | 35.6 | −1.4 | #47 |
| 2013 | 37.0 | +2.7 | #45 |
| 2012 | 34.3 | +1.7 | #38 |
| 2011 | 32.6 | +1.1 | #33 |
| 2010 | 31.5 | −0.6 | #26 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Cyprus matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 1994. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw gini index improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Cyprus's gini index was 31.9 in 2025. Ranked 49th globally. This represents a 0.3% increase from the previous year.
Cyprus's gini index peaked at 37.0 in 2013.
The lowest gini index in Cyprus was 30.1 in 2004.
Cyprus ranks 49th globally in gini index as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SI.POV.GINI. Data sourced from World Bank.
Cyprus's gini index is projected to reach 31.9 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The gini index of Cyprus in 2025 was 31.9. This ranks 49th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_cyprus_gini-index,
title = {Cyprus Gini Index},
url = {https://historysaid.com/cyprus/gini-index/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}