Turku

🇫🇮Finland•Northern Europe

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living76

Safety87

Healthcare88

Career Opportunities75

Climate50

Transport84

Air Quality71.5

Family Friendliness92.33

Education91

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Turku a good place to live?

Turku scores 76/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 76/100), very safe (safety: 87/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 88/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Turku?

Turku has a cost of living score of 76/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Turku?

Turku has a transport score of 84/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Turku?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Turku are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Turku safe for expats?

Turku has a safety score of 87/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 71.5/100.

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