Rank #67 by World Population
🇫🇮Finland
Finland has a population of 5,583,911, ranking #67 in the world. The capital is Helsinki. Located in Europe & Central Asia.
World Bank: High income
5,583,911
Population
#67
World Rank
81.6
Life Expectancy
$52,834
GDP Per Capita
Finland, #67 by world population
Finland Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Finland had a population of 4,429,634 in 1960 and 5,619,911 in 2024, a 26.9% growth over 64 years. The peak was 5,619,911 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.37%.
5,619,911
Population (2024)
4,429,634
Population (1960)
5,619,911
Peak (2024)
0.37%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 4,429,634 |
| 1961 | 4,461,005 |
| 1962 | 4,491,443 |
| 1963 | 4,523,309 |
| 1964 | 4,548,543 |
| 1965 | 4,563,732 |
| 1966 | 4,580,869 |
| 1967 | 4,605,744 |
| 1968 | 4,626,469 |
| 1969 | 4,623,785 |
| 1970 | 4,606,307 |
| 1971 | 4,612,124 |
| 1972 | 4,639,657 |
| 1973 | 4,666,081 |
| 1974 | 4,690,574 |
| 1975 | 4,711,440 |
| 1976 | 4,725,664 |
| 1977 | 4,738,902 |
| 1978 | 4,752,528 |
| 1979 | 4,764,690 |
| 1980 | 4,779,535 |
| 1981 | 4,799,964 |
| 1982 | 4,826,933 |
| 1983 | 4,855,787 |
| 1984 | 4,881,803 |
| 1985 | 4,902,206 |
| 1986 | 4,918,154 |
| 1987 | 4,932,123 |
| 1988 | 4,946,481 |
| 1989 | 4,964,371 |
| 1990 | 4,986,431 |
| 1991 | 5,013,740 |
| 1992 | 5,041,992 |
| 1993 | 5,066,447 |
| 1994 | 5,088,333 |
| 1995 | 5,107,790 |
| 1996 | 5,124,573 |
| 1997 | 5,139,835 |
| 1998 | 5,153,498 |
| 1999 | 5,165,474 |
| 2000 | 5,176,209 |
| 2001 | 5,188,008 |
| 2002 | 5,200,598 |
| 2003 | 5,213,014 |
| 2004 | 5,228,172 |
| 2005 | 5,246,096 |
| 2006 | 5,266,268 |
| 2007 | 5,288,720 |
| 2008 | 5,313,399 |
| 2009 | 5,338,871 |
| 2010 | 5,363,352 |
| 2011 | 5,388,272 |
| 2012 | 5,413,971 |
| 2013 | 5,438,972 |
| 2014 | 5,461,512 |
| 2015 | 5,479,531 |
| 2016 | 5,495,303 |
| 2017 | 5,508,214 |
| 2018 | 5,515,525 |
| 2019 | 5,521,606 |
| 2020 | 5,529,543 |
| 2021 | 5,541,017 |
| 2022 | 5,556,106 |
| 2023 | 5,583,911 |
| 2024 | 5,619,911 |
Demographics
| Population | 5,583,911 |
| Population Growth Rate | 0.50% |
| Urban Population | 74.0% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.26 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 81.6 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 1.9 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$52,834
GDP Per Capita
7.1%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
27.4
Gini Index (inequality)
85.6%
Trade (% of GDP)
896,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
10.5%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
1.9
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
93.0%
Internet Users
129
Mobile Subs per 100
18.4
People per km2
38,156
Net Migration
Environment
73.7%
Forest Area
Finland Climate
Finland has an average annual temperature of 5.3°C (42°F) and receives about 626 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is February. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
5.3°C
Avg Temp
626
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Feb
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -5° / 24° | 44 mm |
| February | -5° / 22° | 34 mm |
| March | -2° / 29° | 37 mm |
| April | 3° / 37° | 36 mm |
| May | 9° / 49° | 32 mm |
| June | 15° / 58° | 47 mm |
| July | 17° / 62° | 64 mm |
| August | 16° / 60° | 75 mm |
| September | 11° / 52° | 65 mm |
| October | 6° / 43° | 71 mm |
| November | 1° / 34° | 66 mm |
| December | -2° / 28° | 55 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Finland
The most comfortable months to visit Finland are typically July, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 20°C high). The coldest is February (near -8°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Finland in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Finland has a population of 5,583,911, ranking #67 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 0.50%.
Life expectancy in Finland is 81.6 years. The infant mortality rate is 1.9 per 1,000 live births.
Finland's GDP per capita is $52,834. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
74.0% of Finland's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 18.4 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Finland is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Finland are typically July, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Finland has an average annual temperature of 5.3°C and about 626 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically July and the coldest is February.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
Finland is a country in Europe & Central Asia with a population of 5,583,911. The population is growing slowly, about 0.5% annually.
Economically, Finland is high-income — GDP per capita is roughly $52,834. Life expectancy is high at 81.6 years, with a fertility rate of 1.3 births per woman, and 74.0% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.