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AlbaniavsCyprus

See the biggest differences first, then scan the geographic, economic, and practical reference data.

This comparison uses the latest available atlas values for each country; reporting years can differ by metric.

The biggest differences first

Population

Albania is higher

Albania records 2,377,128, about 1.75× the other value.

Surface area

Albania is higher

Albania records 28,750 km², about 3.11× the other value.

Nominal GDP

Cyprus is higher

Cyprus records $37.63 billion, about 1.39× the other value.

What stands out

Proportional bars and relative differences make the headline numbers easier to read.

Population

🇦🇱 Albania2,377,128
🇨🇾 Cyprus1,358,282

Albania’s population is 75% larger than that of Cyprus, a difference of 1,018,846.

Surface area

🇦🇱 Albania28,750 km²
🇨🇾 Cyprus9,250 km²

Albania’s surface area is 211% larger than that of Cyprus, a difference of 19,500 km².

Population density

🇦🇱 Albania82.7 /km²
🇨🇾 Cyprus147 /km²

Cyprus’ population density is 78% higher than that of Albania, a difference of 64.2 /km².

Nominal GDP

🇦🇱 Albania$27.05 billion · 2024
🇨🇾 Cyprus$37.63 billion · 2024

Cyprus’ nominal GDP is 39% larger than that of Albania, a difference of $10.59 billion.

GDP per capita

🇦🇱 Albania$11,378 · 2024
🇨🇾 Cyprus$38,674 · 2024

Cyprus’ GDP per capita is 240% higher than that of Albania, a difference of $27,297.

Values use the latest available observations in WorldSumma. Economic reporting years are shown when available and can differ by country.

Full side-by-side comparison

Capital

Tirana

Nicosia

Population

2,377,128

1,358,282

Surface area

28,750 km²

9,250 km²

Population density

82.7 /km²

147 /km²

Nominal GDP

$27.05 billion · 2024

$37.63 billion · 2024

GDP per capita

$11,378 · 2024

$38,674 · 2024

Region

Europe

Europe

Subregion

Southern Europe

Southern Europe

Currency

Albanian lek · ALL · Lek

Euro · EUR · €

Nationality

Albanian

Cypriot

Phone code

+355

+357

Internet domain

.al

.cy

ISO codes

AL / ALB

CY / CYP

Time zone

Europe/Tirane

Asia/Famagusta, Asia/Nicosia

Native name

Shqipëria

Κύπρος

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About Albania

Albania, a hidden gem on the Balkan Peninsula, beckons travelers with its dramatic coastlines, rugged mountains, and warm Mediterranean spirit. From ancient ruins to vibrant cities, this compact nation packs a wealth of experiences into a surprisingly small footprint.

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About Cyprus

Cyprus, the sun‑kissed island of the eastern Mediterranean, blends ancient heritage with modern vibrancy, offering visitors a tapestry of crystal‑blue coastlines, rugged mountains, and bustling towns steeped in history.

Full Cyprus profile →

Albania & Cyprus: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Albania?

The capital of Albania is Tirana.

What is the population of Albania?

Albania has a recorded population of approximately 2,377,128 people.

How big is Albania?

Albania covers an area of about 28,750 km².

What is the population density of Albania?

Albania has a population density of roughly 82.7 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Albania?

Albania has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $27.05 billion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of Albania?

Albania has a GDP per capita of approximately $11,378.

What currency is used in Albania?

Albania uses the Albanian lek (ALL), with the symbol Lek.

Where is Albania located?

Albania is located in Southern Europe, Europe.

What is the native name of Albania?

The native name of Albania is Shqipëria.

What are people from Albania called?

People from Albania are referred to as Albanian .

What is the phone calling code for Albania?

The international dialing code for Albania is +355.

What is the internet domain for Albania?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Albania is .al.

What time zone is Albania in?

Albania uses the Europe/Tirane time zone.

What is Albania known for?

Albania, a hidden gem on the Balkan Peninsula, beckons travelers with its dramatic coastlines, rugged mountains, and warm Mediterranean spirit. From ancient ruins to vibrant cities, this compact nation packs a wealth of experiences into a surprisingly small footprint.

What is the capital of Cyprus?

The capital of Cyprus is Nicosia.

What is the population of Cyprus?

Cyprus has a recorded population of approximately 1,358,282 people.

How big is Cyprus?

Cyprus covers an area of about 9,250 km².

What is the population density of Cyprus?

Cyprus has a population density of roughly 147 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Cyprus?

Cyprus has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $37.63 billion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of Cyprus?

Cyprus has a GDP per capita of approximately $38,674.

What currency is used in Cyprus?

Cyprus uses the Euro (EUR), with the symbol €.

Where is Cyprus located?

Cyprus is located in Southern Europe, Europe.

What is the native name of Cyprus?

The native name of Cyprus is Κύπρος.

What are people from Cyprus called?

People from Cyprus are referred to as Cypriot.

What is the phone calling code for Cyprus?

The international dialing code for Cyprus is +357.

What is the internet domain for Cyprus?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Cyprus is .cy.

What time zone is Cyprus in?

Cyprus spans 2 time zones including Asia/Famagusta, Asia/Nicosia.

What is Cyprus known for?

Cyprus, the sun‑kissed island of the eastern Mediterranean, blends ancient heritage with modern vibrancy, offering visitors a tapestry of crystal‑blue coastlines, rugged mountains, and bustling towns steeped in history.