According to Statistics Finland – already for 160 years
“According to Statistics Finland” is a phrase known to every Finn. It is the identifier and signature for reliable information.
Statistics Finland has imparted information about Finnish society since 1865. For 160 years, we have been drawing the image of the nation.
Our statistics have covered the full spectrum and cycle of life: births, deaths, education, work, leisure and trade. Statistics have always reflected time as well: In the 19th century, we produced statistics on gold panning and caring for the poor, now on artificial intelligence and the platform economy.
Throughout the journey reliable information has helped make the right decisions – to build prosperity, stability and wellbeing.
We invite every Finn to join us for the anniversary celebrations and cherish our national treasure – accurate information, which is the cornerstone of democracy and a trust-based society. We also ask everyone to enjoy, discover and be surprised by our statistics!
History of statistics in Finland
The origins of a statistical organisation in Finland date back to the mid-18th century when Finland was under Swedish rule and the Tabellverket (Tables Office) was set up in Sweden for the purpose of keeping population statistics.
An independent Statistical Office of Finland was founded on 4 October 1865.