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By Hector Georgiou
Despite some progress in recent years, a significant wage gap between men and women remains in Cyprus, according to new figures released by the Cyprus Statistical Service.
In 2024, average gross monthly earnings stood at €2,679 for men and €2,267 for women, a difference of roughly 15%. That gap translates to women effectively earning nearly two months’ less pay per year compared to men.
The disparity spans the labor market, including sectors where women are the majority. In education, for example, men earn an average of €3,214 per month, while women earn €1,954. In the healthcare sector, men earn €2,833 compared to €1,888 for women.
The wage gap persists despite higher education levels among women. As of 2024, 46% of women over the age of 20 had completed tertiary education, compared to 39% of men.
Officials have promoted what some see as an overly optimistic view of wage equality, but the latest data paints a more sobering picture.
This article was translated and summarized from its Greek original.
