Key Points
- Finland’s population rose by 20,929 in 2025 to 5,656,900 mainly due to people moving in from abroad.
- Immigration declined compared to 2024 while births continued to be lower than deaths and fertility stayed low.
Finland’s population rose in 2025 despite a further decline in immigration, according to preliminary figures released by Statistics Finland.
At the end of December 2025, Finland’s population stood at 5,656,900, an increase of 20,929 people over the year.
Population growth was driven entirely by net migration from abroad as deaths continued to exceed births.
Statistics Finland reported a migration gain of 34,852 people in 2025, while the number of births was 13,195 lower than the number of deaths, resulting in a continued natural population decrease.
Although immigration remained high by historical standards, it fell for the second consecutive year. A total of 50,060 people immigrated to Finland in 2025 making it the third-highest annual figure since 1990, but 13,905 fewer than in 2024. Emigration levels meant overall migration gains were lower than in the previous year.
Monthly population data show that net migration continued to offset natural population losses throughout the year, with noticeable seasonal peaks in mid-year.
Natural population change remained negative across all months, reflecting Finland’s ongoing demographic challenges.
Fertility levels stayed low in 2025, with the total fertility rate recorded at 1.30, well below the replacement level. This trend continues to weigh on long-term population growth prospects.
Life expectancy trends were mixed. In 2025, life expectancy for boys increased by 0.2 years, while life expectancy for girls declined slightly by 0.1 years.
Statistics Finland said the figures are preliminary and may be revised as more complete data become available.
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