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Turku, Finland

Southwest Finland · 🇫🇮 Finland

Turku is a large city in Southwest Finland, Finland with a population of 206,655. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
206,655 Population
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
26.5 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

Population206,655
Median Age43.1 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population206,655
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates60.4515°, 22.2687°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceSouthwest Finland
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation26.5 inches (674 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.5 inches (27 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Turku a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Turku receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Turku 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

Turku has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches, including 10.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Turku has a population of 206,655. 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

206,655
Total Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Turku vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Turku vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Turku 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: Turku 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 Turku, 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: Turku 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

Turku has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 288 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.5 inches of snow annually. 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 72 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.7°F
23% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.5 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall10.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates60.4515°N, 22.2687°W
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 2.0 in
February 22°F (-5°C) 1.5 in Coldest
March 29°F (-2°C) 1.6 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 62°F (17°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in Wettest
September 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in
October 43°F (6°C) 2.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 2.9 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 2.5 in

Turku has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 22°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.0") 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Turku

What is the population of Turku?

Turku has a population of 206,655 residents and is located in Finland.. 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 Turku expensive to live in?

Turku 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 Turku?

Turku has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.5 inches, with 10.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 66.

How is the job market in Turku?

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

How are the schools in Turku?

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

How healthy is Turku?

The obesity rate in Turku 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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