Geographic data by postal code area (Paavo)

The Paavo geographic dataset provides key data on the population by postal code area. The data describe, for example, the age, income and workplaces of inhabitants.

The geographic dataset contains data by postal code area on the population structure, education, income, housing, workplaces, households' life stage and main activities of inhabitants.

You can use the dataset in decision-making and planning, for example. Paavo provides information about, for example, locating marketplaces, planning marketing, research and regional reports and plans.

The dataset can be used directly in Paikkatietoikkuna or by means of interface addresses in geographic information software.

A more detailed description of the data in Paikkatietohakemisto

Service data

Data formate.g. ESRI Shapefile, GeoJSON

Data delivery methodDataset used in Paikkatietoikkuna, interface

Regional divisionpostal code area

Data for2012–2024

Latest update26/01/2026

Next estimated updateJanuary 2027

Terms of Use

Map view

Click the layerlist logo above to view the map layers.

Move the map to where you want it by dragging the map. Zoom in and zoom out to the desired scale level step by step by clicking the (+) and (-) signs.

Objects on the map often contain additional information hidden behind them. Click an object to view information about that object.

Update the map to a previous view by clicking the right mouse button and the update function.

Interface service addresses

Use these addresses to access the interface services in the GIS sofware.

Instructions for the interface use of geographic datasets

Contact information

Service email

sijaintipalvelut@stat.fi

Also view the following

Paavo database

Statistical database

Most detailed area level: Postal code area

The Paavo service contains data by postal code area on the population structure, education, income, housing, workplaces, households' life stage and main activities of the inhabitants.

Grid Database

Geographic data

Most detailed area level: Statistical grid cell

Subject to charge

The Grid Database provides key data on the population by statistical grid in geographic data format. The data describe, for example, the age, income and employment of inhabitants.