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Salary Intelligence
National median, after-tax net, and purchasing power for 38 professions in Finland — anchored to a primary-sourced median wage (2024 data).
What is a good salary in Finland?
In Finland, the national median salary is about $44,672 gross (~$37,598 after tax, 2024 data). Estimated pay for a mid-level professional ranges from ~$39,886 to ~$142,674 net depending on the role — highest for a cto / technology director. Figures are modelled estimates anchored to Finland's national median wage; not a job offer.
Key facts
National median (2024)
$44,672 gross · $37,598 after tax · $38,620 PPP-equivalent. Source & methodology
| Profession | Est. gross | Est. net |
|---|---|---|
| CTO / Technology Director | $209,334 | $142,674 |
| Doctor (Physician) | $182,904 | $126,496 |
| Senior Software Engineer | $159,705 | $112,296 |
| AI Engineer | $153,463 | $108,475 |
| Engineering Manager | $148,891 | $105,676 |
| Dentist | $133,916 | $96,510 |
| Product Manager | $120,772 | $88,465 |
| Data Engineer | $120,700 | $88,421 |
| Software Engineer | $119,787 | $87,862 |
| Cloud Engineer | $115,738 | $85,384 |
| DevOps Engineer | $115,392 | $85,171 |
| Cybersecurity Specialist | $109,314 | $81,451 |
| Pharmacist | $106,345 | $79,634 |
| Management Consultant | $104,418 | $78,455 |
| Data Scientist | $99,938 | $75,712 |
| Sales Manager | $90,772 | $70,102 |
| General Manager | $85,983 | $67,170 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $84,434 | $66,086 |
| Marketing Manager | $82,520 | $64,723 |
| Project Manager | $82,520 | $64,723 |
| Civil Engineer | $81,684 | $64,128 |
| UX Designer | $80,766 | $63,474 |
| Operations Manager | $76,971 | $60,772 |
| Business Analyst | $74,717 | $59,167 |
| Physiotherapist | $73,649 | $58,406 |
| HR Manager | $72,021 | $57,246 |
| Finance Analyst | $71,840 | $57,117 |
| Remote Freelancer | $71,629 | $56,968 |
| University Lecturer | $67,623 | $54,115 |
| Content Writer | $63,247 | $50,999 |
| Accountant | $56,366 | $46,099 |
| Hospitality Manager | $53,839 | $44,300 |
| Graphic Designer | $52,116 | $43,072 |
| Nurse | $50,716 | $42,075 |
| Teacher | $49,421 | $41,153 |
| Plumber | $48,032 | $40,126 |
| Chef | $47,892 | $40,020 |
| Electrician | $47,714 | $39,886 |
“vs median” = estimated gross ÷ Finland's national median gross. Tap a role for the full country-by-country ranking. Regulated professions (medicine, nursing, dentistry, pharmacy, teaching) require local credential recognition before you can practise.
Finland salary estimates · Source: Finland national median wage (national statistical office / Eurostat, 2024) + WhereNext tax engine · Last verified Jun 22, 2026 (today)
Modelled estimate, not survey data. Each profession figure is the country's national median wage scaled by the role's skill premium — a directional model, not a per-role salary survey. It is for a mid-level professional and varies widely by employer, seniority, bonus, equity, contract type and tax regime. Net is modelled via WhereNext's tax engine and is not tax or employment advice — verify with an employer or qualified advisor before making decisions.
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The national median is about $44,672 gross (~$37,598 after tax) for 2024. A "good" salary is typically well above the median — many skilled professions here estimate above $99,872 net. Cost of living matters as much as the headline number.
Among the roles modelled, the highest after-tax pay in Finland is estimated for cto / technology director, doctor (physician), senior software engineer. These are directional estimates — actual pay varies by employer, seniority and sector.
Yes. Net figures are computed with WhereNext's tax engine using Finland's domestic resident income tax brackets and social contributions — not expat regimes. Verify your own situation with a qualified advisor.
The national median is primary-sourced (national statistical office / Eurostat, 2024 data). Per-profession figures are a model — the national median × the role's skill premium, not a per-role salary survey — so treat them as a planning guide, not a quote.