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

Examination of dataset in Paikkatietoikkuna

You can study a dataset on the map of Paikkatietoikkuna without any separate geographic information software.

Move the map where you want by dragging the map. Zoom in or out the map to the desired scale level either by rotating the middle mouse button or by clicking the plus and minus signs in the map view.

You can change the regional division shown on the map from the Map levels menu.

Use of dataset in the geographic information software

You can use the dataset in the geographic information software by means of interface addresses. Please note that the addresses intended for the geographic information software do not function as such in the web browser but you need a separate geographic information software to use them.

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.