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Turku cityscape
#12 for Business
#9 for Livability
#15 for Investment

Turku

Finland • North Europe • Population: 196,000
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City Overview

Overall Score

79.4
out of 100 points across all categories

Quality Tier

B
Premium global city classification

Historic, livable university city: a Finnish hub for culture, tech, and quality of life.

Key Industries

  • Technology
  • Maritime
  • Education
  • Health Services
  • Tourism

Key Strengths

  • Excellent universities
  • Strong safety record
  • Balanced work-life culture
  • Work-Life Balance
    10.0+/10
    Cost of Living
    10.0+/10
    Higher score = more expensive
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    Business Environment

    Analysis of business conditions and economic factors

    76.5
    Score
    Economic Strength
    71.5
    Governance
    85.0
    Financial Maturity
    83.0
    Infrastructure
    88.0

    Business Advantages

    • Excellent universities
    • Strong safety record
    • Balanced work-life culture
    • Vibrant green areas
    • Cultural events
    • Innovation focus

    Challenges

    • Moderate tax burden
    • Limited international recognition
    • Colder winters
    • High cost of imported goods
    • Smaller job market than Helsinki

    Livability Assessment

    Quality of life, safety, healthcare, and cultural amenities

    82.0
    Score
    Safety
    10.0+
    School Quality
    10.0+
    Community Friendliness
    10.0+
    Ease of Integration
    10.0+

    Livability Highlights

    • Safety Score: 91.0/10
    • Work-Life Balance: 90.0/10
    • School Quality: 80.0/10
    • Community Friendliness: 80.0/10

    Investment Potential

    Real estate market, investment climate, and growth projections

    74.0
    Score
    Real Estate ROI
    Moderate
    Business Climate
    78.0
    Growth Forecast
    Stable
    Investor Protection
    81.0

    Investment Highlights

    • Income Tax Rate: 34.0/10
    • Inheritance Tax: 80.0/10
    • Strategic gateway to Europe markets with excellent connectivity
    • Green Rating: A

    Location Analysis

    Turku location map

    Strategic location in North Europe, providing excellent connectivity to major markets and global business centers.

    Key Economic Indicators

    GDP Growth1.7%
    GDP Per Capita$42,000
    Corporate Tax Rate20%
    Unemployment Rate7.1%
    Inflation Rate3%
    Ease of Doing Business Rank51

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    City Accolades

    Top 10 Nordic Student Cities
    QS Best Student Cities, 2023
    EU Green Capital Finalist
    European Commission, 2022

    City Tags

    historicfriendlyuniversityinnovativesafegreen

    Country Information

    CurrencyUSD
    Official LanguageEnglish
    ContinentEurope