Statistical Service data has revealed significant wage disparities between Cypriot and non-Cypriot workers across different economic sectors, with each group enjoying higher earnings in specific industries.
Non-Cypriot workers command substantially higher average monthly earnings in the financial and insurance sector at €6,172, compared to Cypriots at €4,129.
The information and communication sector shows a similar pattern, with non-Cypriots earning €5,083 on average, while Cypriots earn considerably less at €3,197.
The pattern of higher non-Cypriot earnings extends to several other sectors. In arts, entertainment, and recreation, non-Cypriots earn €2,731 versus €1,891 for Cypriots.
Other public entities pay non-Cypriots €3,707 compared to €2,340 for Cypriots. In mining and quarrying, non-Cypriots receive €4,173, while Cypriots earn €3,123.
Additional sectors where non-Cypriots earn more include transportation and storage (€2,767 vs €2,601), professional, scientific and technical activities (€3,521 vs €2,653), public administration and defence (€3,444 vs €3,278), and education (€2,428 vs €2,280).
However, Cypriot workers enjoy higher earnings in several other sectors.
The agriculture, forestry, and fishing sector shows the most dramatic difference, with Cypriots earning €1,677 on average, while non-Cypriots receive substantially less at €650.
Manufacturing also favours Cypriot workers, who earn €2,002 compared to €1,628 for non-Cypriots.
In electricity, gas, steam, and air conditioning supply, Cypriots receive significantly higher average monthly wages at €3,585, while non-Cypriots earn €2,259.
Water supply, sewage treatment, waste management, and remediation activities also show considerable disparity, with Cypriots earning €2,472 compared to €1,572 for non-Cypriots.
Construction sector salaries favour Cypriots at €1,952 versus €1,580 for non-Cypriots.
In wholesale and retail trade and motor vehicle repair, Cypriots earn €1,831, while non-Cypriots receive €1,659.
Accommodation and food service activities also show higher wages for Cypriots at €1,785 compared to €1,434 for non-Cypriots.
The education sector shows relatively comparable wages, with non-Cypriots earning slightly more at €2,428 compared to €2,280 for Cypriots.
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