Turku
Finland
Updated on October 02, 2025
Overview
Turku is Finland's oldest city and former capital, located on the southwest coast along the Aura River. It's an important university and cultural center, known for its medieval castle, Gothic cathedral, and vibrant student life.
Average cost of living€1,870.00
Quality of Life88/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€500.00
1-bed flat (center)€800.00
1-bed flat (outside)€600.00
3-bed flat (center)€1,600.00
3-bed flat (outside)€1,200.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€3,500.00
sqm outside center€2,500.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€150.00
Internet€20.00
Mobile plan€20.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€3.00
Monthly pass€60.00
Taxi start€5.00
Gasoline (1 l)€1.80
Leisure
Cinema ticket€13.00
Fitness club€35.00
Education
Preschool (month)€300.00
Intl. primary (year)€8,000.00
Demographics
Population 196,000
Metropolitan area population 340,000
Metropolitan area —
Advantages
- ✓ Rich history and cultural heritage
- ✓ Excellent education system with prestigious universities
- ✓ High quality of life and safety
- ✓ Efficient transport connections
- ✓ Dynamic student atmosphere
- ✓ Proximity to Finnish archipelago
Disadvantages
- × Long and dark winters
- × High cost of living typical of Nordic countries
- × Limited job market outside academic sector
- × Cold climate for much of the year
- × Language barrier (Finnish/Swedish)