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Preliminary population statistics 2026, May

Finland’s preliminary population figure was 5,651,171 at the end of May 2026

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According to Statistics Finland's preliminary data, Finland's population was 5,651,171 at the end of May 2026. During January-May Finland's population decreased by 1,710 persons. The decrease in population was due to natural decline. The number of immigrants was 4,575 higher than that of emigrants. The number of births was 6,316 lower than that of deaths.

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  • Finland's preliminary population figure was 5,651,171 at the end of May 2026.
  • Population decreased by 1,710 persons during January-May 2026.
  • There were 19,561 births and 25,877 deaths in January-May 2026.
  • There were 16,275 immigrants and 11,700 emigrants in January-May 2026.

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Official Statistics of Finland (OSF): Preliminary population statistics [online publication].
Reference period: 2026, May. ISSN=2243-3627. Helsinki: Statistics Finland [Referenced: 24.6.2026].
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