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Helsinki, Finland

Uusimaa · 🇫🇮 Finland

Helsinki is a major city in Uusimaa, Finland with a population of 658,864. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
658,864 Population 7,958/sq mi density
85 ft Elevation 26 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
33.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Helsinki Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.5%
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.5%
163% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population658,864
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density7,958/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$52,834
Unemployment9.5%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity21.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.4%
Depression7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Sunny Days204/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population658,864
Population Density7,958 / sq mi
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates60.1695°, 24.9355°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceUusimaa
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation33.3 inches (845 mm)
Annual Snowfall67.4 inches (171 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Helsinki a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Helsinki receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Helsinki offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Helsinki has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches, including 67.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Helsinki has a population of 658,864 with a density of 7,958 people per square mile, spread across 82.8 square miles. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. 23.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

658,864
Total Population
7,958
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
82.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Helsinki vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Helsinki vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Helsinki is N/A. Per capita income is $52,834 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 81.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Helsinki vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$52,834

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.5%
163% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living81.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Helsinki, 21.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 35.9% have high blood pressure. 14.4% are current smokers. 9.5% report binge drinking. 75.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Helsinki vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.5%
33% below US avg
Diabetes5.3%
High Blood Pressure35.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking9.5%
Physical Inactivity75.4%
Depression7.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%

Food & Exercise

Helsinki has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. The area receives 67.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 74% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days204 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall67.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area82.8 sq mi (214.4 km²)
Population Density7,958/sq mi
Coordinates60.1695°N, 24.9355°W
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 1.9 in
February 22°F (-6°C) 1.4 in Coldest
March 29°F (-2°C) 1.5 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.5 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.3 in Driest
June 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 3.1 in Wettest
September 51°F (10°C) 2.6 in
October 42°F (6°C) 3.0 in
November 33°F (1°C) 2.8 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.3 in

Helsinki has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 22°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.1") and May the driest (1.3").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 93.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density7,958/sq mi
Total Area82.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Helsinki

What is the population of Helsinki?

Helsinki has a population of 658,864 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 7,958 people per square mile, spread across 82.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Helsinki expensive to live in?

Helsinki is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 81.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Helsinki?

Helsinki has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 33.3 inches, with 67.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 66.

How is the job market in Helsinki?

The job market in Helsinki faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Helsinki?

35.0% of adults in Helsinki hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Helsinki?

The obesity rate in Helsinki is 21.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 75.4% are physically inactive. 7.9% of residents report depression.

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