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Location

GDP per capita: 53,189 USD (PPP: 64,091 intl$) (2024)

Income and purchasing power

The average monthly income in Finland is 4,309 USD per month. This compares to prices and purchasing power compared to the United States.

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Cost of Living

Cost of living indices are relative to New York City (NYC = 100). Lower index means lower costs. Data as of November 2025.

Cost of Living Index
70.0
Est. monthly cost: $2,450
30.0% cheaper than NYC
Rent Index
30.0
1-bedroom, center: $840/month
70.0% cheaper than NYC
Groceries Index
75.0
Per person/month: $338
25.0% cheaper than NYC
Restaurant Price Index
85.0
Mid-range meal: $19
Purchasing Power Index
92.0
8.0% lower than NYC
(Higher is better)

How to read: All indices are relative to New York City (NYC = 100). An index of 70 means costs are 30% lower than NYC. Estimated prices are calculated based on NYC reference prices.

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Economic performance 2024

Indicator Value Per Capita
Gross National Product (GNI) 51,710 USD
GDP (PPP) 64,091 intl$

Largest economic sectors

The main economic sectors in Finland play a crucial role in the country's economic development and prosperity. These industries contribute significantly to GDP, employment, and overall economic stability.

Primary Sectors

  • Banking and financial services
  • Construction and real estate
  • Manufacturing (metals, steel)
  • Information technology

Supporting Sectors

  • Logistics and transportation
  • Tourism and hospitality
  • Agriculture and food processing
  • Energy and utilities

Note: Detailed sector breakdown data is being collected and will be updated soon.

Imports and Exports 2024

Indicator Finland Per Capita

Household debt and deficits 2024

Indicator Finland
Government debt 58.3% of GDP

Corruption in Finland

The Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) measures the perceived levels of public sector corruption. The scale ranges from 0 (highly corrupt) to 100 (very clean).

Corruption Perceptions Index
87.0
Year: 2024
Very Clean
Scale: 0-100
Data source: Transparency International

Unemployment rates in percentages 1991 - 2024

The unemployment rate is calculated as the percentage of unemployed persons in the total labor force. Data source: ILOSTAT

Year Unemployment Rate (%)
2024 8.3%
2023 7.2%
2022 6.7%
2021 7.6%
2020 7.8%
2019 6.7%
2018 7.4%
2017 8.6%
2016 8.8%
2015 9.4%
2014 8.7%
2013 8.2%
2012 7.7%
2011 7.8%
2010 8.4%
2009 8.2%
2008 6.4%
2007 6.9%
2006 8.9%
2005 9.6%
2004 10.4%
2003 10.5%
2002 10.4%
2001 10.3%
2000 11.1%
1999 11.7%
1998 13.2%
1997 15.0%
1996 15.6%
1995 17.0%
1994 16.4%
1993 16.2%
1992 11.6%
1991 6.5%

Inflation rates in percentages 1960 - 2024

Year Inflation Rate (%)
2024 1.6%
2023 6.3%
2022 7.1%
2021 2.2%
2020 0.3%
2019 1.0%
2018 1.1%
2017 0.8%
2016 0.4%
2015 -0.2%
2014 1.0%
2013 1.5%
2012 2.8%
2011 3.4%
2010 1.2%
2009 0.0%
2008 4.1%
2007 2.5%
2006 1.6%
2005 0.6%
2004 0.2%
2003 0.9%
2002 1.6%
2001 2.6%
2000 3.0%
1999 1.2%
1998 1.4%
1997 1.2%
1996 0.6%
1995 0.8%
1994 1.1%
1993 2.2%
1992 2.9%
1991 4.3%
1990 6.1%
1989 6.6%
1988 5.1%
1987 4.1%
1986 2.9%
1985 5.2%
1984 7.1%
1983 8.4%
1982 9.6%
1981 11.3%
1980 11.6%
1979 7.5%
1978 7.8%
1977 11.8%
1976 14.3%
1975 17.8%
1974 16.9%
1973 10.8%
1972 6.7%
1971 6.5%
1970 2.7%
1969 2.2%
1968 9.2%
1967 5.4%
1966 3.9%
1965 4.9%
1964 10.3%
1963 5.0%
1962 4.4%
1961 1.7%
1960 3.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GDP per capita of Finland in 2024?

The GDP per capita of Finland is 53,189 USD in 2024. When adjusted for purchasing power parity (PPP), the GDP per capita is 64,091 international dollars. This indicator measures the economic output per person and is a key metric for comparing economic prosperity across countries.

What are the main industries in Finland?

The main economic sectors in Finland include banking and financial services, construction and real estate, manufacturing (metals, steel), and information technology. Supporting sectors include logistics and transportation, tourism and hospitality, agriculture and food processing, and energy and utilities. These industries contribute significantly to GDP, employment, and overall economic stability.

What is the inflation rate in Finland in 2024?

The inflation rate in Finland is 1.6% in 2024. Inflation measures the rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises, eroding purchasing power. This data is updated regularly from reliable sources like the World Bank and IMF.

Explore key economic indicators of Finland including GDP, inflation, unemployment, and trade data. This page provides up-to-date statistics and visual insights based on official international sources such as World Bank, IMF, and ILO.

Our comprehensive database allows you to compare Finland's economic performance with other countries and understand global economic trends. Access current economic indicators, historical data, and comparative analysis to gain a deeper understanding of Finland's economic landscape. For demographic data, visit our population statistics section.

Data Sources

All economic data presented on this page is sourced from reputable international organizations and updated regularly.

  • World Bank: GDP, inflation, unemployment, trade, and economic indicators
  • IMF (International Monetary Fund): Economic indicators and financial statistics
  • OECD: Economic and social statistics
  • Transparency International: Corruption perception index
  • Numbeo: Cost of living data

Data is updated monthly. Last update: December 2025