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# Average Salary in Finland

**By:** Krissy Davis

**Published:** December 24, 2023

## What is the average salary in Finland?

Avg. salary per year

47,688 EUR

2023

Avg. salary per month

3,974 EUR

2023

According to [Statistics Finland](https://stat.fi/en/statistics/ati), the average salary is 47,688 EUR per year or 3,974 EUR per month. These figures are based on full-time earners and include performance-based bonuses and agreement-based non-recurring items.

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## Further analysing the average salary in Finland

The above figure is the National average, so to provide a more comprehensive understanding, I’ve included the monthly averages per working sector in the table below.

| Sector | Average Monthly Salary (€) |
| --- | --- |
| Private | €3,903 |
| Central Government | €4,265 |
| Local Government | €3,397 |

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_Source:_ [_Statistics Finland_](https://stat.fi/en/statistics/ati)

## The average salary in Finland by industry

Now that we know the national average as well as what people typically earn within each sector let’s break it down further and explore the average salary in Finland by industry.

| Industry | Average Monthly Salary (Euro) |
| --- | --- |
| Mining and Quarrying | €4,081 |
| Manufacturing | €4,127 |
| Electricity, Gas, Steam, and Air Conditioning | €4,934 |
| Water Supply, Sewerage, Waste Management | €3,810 |
| Construction | €3,953 |
| Wholesale and Retail Trade | €3,715 |
| Transportation and Storage | €3,624 |
| Accommodation and Food Service | €2,762 |
| Information and Communication | €4,905 |
| Financial and Insurance | €4,862 |
| Real Estate | €3,898 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical | €4,373 |
| Administrative and Support Service | €2,970 |
| Public Administration and Defence | €4,164 |
| Education | €3,902 |
| Human Health and Social Work | €3,342 |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation | €3,276 |

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_Statistics Finland_

## Further analysing the average salary in Finland by industry

In order to gain an even deeper understanding of the average salary in Finland, it is crucial to delve into the various industries that contribute to this figure. When we study this information in more detail, we can give you a complete picture of how much people in each industry generally get paid.

| Industry | Average Monthly Salary (Euro) |
| --- | --- |
| Mining and Quarrying | |
| Mining of Metal Ores | €4,061 |
| Quarrying of Stone, Sand, and Clay | €3,867 |
| Mining Support Service | €4,539 |
| Manufacturing | |
| Manufacture of Food Products | €3,710 |
| Manufacture of Textiles | €3,768 |
| Manufacture of Cement, Lime, and Plaster | €4,408 |
| Manufacture of Other General-Purpose Machinery | €4,467 |
| Manufacture of Motor Vehicles | €3,530 |
| Building of Ships and Boats | €3,834 |
| Manufacture of Furniture | €3,258 |
| Manufacture of Jewellery | €3,938 |
| Manufacture of Sports Goods | €3,780 |
| Water Supply, Sewerage, Waste Management | |
| Water Collection, Treatment, and Supply | €3,834 |
| Waste Collection, Treatment, and Disposal | €3,802 |
| Sewerage | €3,762 |
| Construction | €3,953 |
| Construction of Buildings | €4,098 |
| Civil Engineering | €4,131 |
| Electrical, Plumbing, and Other Construction Installation | €4,059 |
| Wholesale and Retail Trade | |
| Sale of Motor Vehicles | €4,465 |
| Wholesale of Agricultural Raw Materials and Live Animals | €3,651 |
| Wholesale of Food, Beverages, and Tobacco | €3,851 |
| Retail Trade | €3,006 |
| Transportation and Storage | |
| Land Transport and Transport via Pipelines | €3,446 |
| Air Transport | €4,813 |
| Warehousing and Storage | €3,120 |
| Accommodation and Food Service | |
| Hotels and Similar Accommodation | €3,073 |
| Event Catering and Other Food Services | €2,535 |
| Beverage Serving | €2,701 |
| Information and Communication | |
| Publishing of Books | €4,495 |
| Software Publishing | €5,397 |
| Motion Picture, Video, and Television Programme Production, Sound Recording, and Music Publishing Activities | €3,883 |
| Telecommunications | €4,723 |
| Data Processing, Hosting | €4,672 |
| Financial and Insurance Activities | |
| Trusts, Funds, and Similar Financial Entities | €5,597 |
| Insurance | €4,369 |
| Real Estate | €3,898 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical | |
| Legal and Accounting | €4,478 |
| Accounting, Bookkeeping, and Auditing | €4,147 |
| Management Consultancy | €4,943 |
| Administrative and Support Services | |
| Renting and Leasing of Motor Vehicles | €3,966 |
| Travel Agency, Tour Operator | €3,725 |
| Cleaning | €2,527 |
| Education | |
| Secondary Education | €3,940 |
| Primary Education | €3,555 |
| Higher Education | €4,342 |
| Human Health and Social Work | |
| Hospital | €4,035 |
| Medical and Dental | €3,699 |
| Residential Nursing Care | €3,072 |
| Social Work | €2,848 |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation | |
| Creative, Arts, and Entertainment | €3,242 |
| Sports Activities | €3,278 |

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_Statistics Finland_

## The average salary in Finland by specific job role

Finland has a variety of industries that are looking for workers, and some jobs are in particularly high demand. If you're thinking about working in Finland, here are some of the most sought-after jobs and their corresponding average monthly salaries:

_Source: Economic Research Institue (ERI)_

### 1. Healthcare

Finnish healthcare is renowned for its universality, high quality, and affordability, making it a major draw for many considering a move to the country. However, an ageing population coupled with a declining number of specialists creates a constant need for qualified professionals.

- Nurses and Nurse Specialists - 4,460 euro
- Doctors - 10,800 euro
- Speech Therapists and Audiologists - 5,145 euro

### 2. Engineering and Technology

The Engineering and Technology industry in Finland is a thriving and dynamic sector, playing a crucial role in the country's economy and innovation.This growth is creating a lot of opportunities in the following fields.

- Software Developers - 3,564 euro
- Civil and Mechanical Engineers - 6,011 euro
- Electrical and Automation Engineers - 6,969 euro

### 3. Education

Finland's education system focuses on equity, well-being, and student-centered learning and has earned it international recognition so much so that it has inspired educational reform around the world. Here are the most sought out professionals in this field:

- Early Childhood Educators - 2,428 euro
- Special Needs Teachers - 4,111 euro
- Vocational Teachers - 3,865 euro

### 4. Other in-demand roles

- Welders and Flame Cutters - 3,941 euro
- Social Work and Counselling Professionals - 3,956 euro
- Cleaning and Hygiene Workers - 2,496 euro
- IT Security Specialists - 7,802 euro 

## Average salaries in other European countries

As you can see from the above data, Finland offers a great average salary for its residents. In fact, the country consistently ranks among the top in terms of income levels globally. The Finnish people enjoy not only financial stability but also a wide range of benefits, such as comprehensive healthcare and education systems. However, how does it stack against other European countries? Let’s take a look:

| Country | Average Annual Salary (Euros) |
| --- | --- |
| ![Switzerland Flag](https://flagcdn.com/ch.svg) [Switzerland](/magazine/242-average-salary-in-switzerland) | €84,159 |
| ![Norway Flag](https://flagcdn.com/no.svg) [Norway](/magazine/360-average-salary-in-norway) | €56,810 |
| ![Denmark Flag](https://flagcdn.com/dk.svg) [Denmark](/magazine/439-average-salary-in-denmark) | €49,850 |
| ![Germany Flag](https://flagcdn.com/de.svg) [Germany](/magazine/249-average-salary-in-germany) | €49,260 |
| ![Finland Flag](https://flagcdn.com/fi.svg) [Finland](/magazine/356-average-salary-in-finland) | €47,688 |
| ![Sweden Flag](https://flagcdn.com/se.svg) [Sweden](/magazine/359-average-salary-in-sweden) | €43,690 |
| ![Netherlands Flag](https://flagcdn.com/nl.svg) [Netherlands](/magazine/272-average-salary-in-the-netherlands) | €42,236 |
| ![France Flag](https://flagcdn.com/fr.svg) [France](/magazine/269-average-salary-in-france) | €39,800 |
| ![Italy Flag](https://flagcdn.com/it.svg) [Italy](/magazine/310-average-salary-in-italy) | €35,561 |
| ![Austria Flag](https://flagcdn.com/at.svg) [Austria](/magazine/243-average-salary-in-austria) | €31,407 |
| ![United Kingdom Flag](https://flagcdn.com/gb.svg) [United Kingdom](/magazine/241-average-salary-in-the-uk) | €30,031 |
| ![Spain Flag](https://flagcdn.com/es.svg) [Spain](/magazine/308-average-salary-in-spain) | €29,113 |
| ![Slovenia Flag](https://flagcdn.com/si.svg) [Slovenia](/magazine/441-average-salary-in-slovenia) | €27,350 |
| ![Estonia Flag](https://flagcdn.com/ee.svg) [Estonia](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/estonia-average-salary) | €22,850 |
| ![Portugal Flag](https://flagcdn.com/pt.svg) [Portugal](/magazine/309-average-salary-in-portugal) | €22,000 |
| ![Poland Flag](https://flagcdn.com/pl.svg) [Poland](/magazine/270-average-salary-in-poland) | €20,390 |
| ![Czechia Flag](https://flagcdn.com/cz.svg) [Czechia](/magazine/442-average-salary-in-czechia) | €19,200 |
| ![Hungary Flag](https://flagcdn.com/hu.svg) [Hungary](/magazine/440-average-salary-in-hungary) | €18,807 |
| ![Croatia Flag](https://flagcdn.com/hr.svg) [Croatia](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/croatia-average-salary) | €16,440 |
| ![Greece Flag](https://flagcdn.com/gr.svg) [Greece](/magazine/357-average-salary-in-greece) | €15,335 |



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