Country Facts:
Austria vs. Finland
Learn about the similarities and differences between Austria and Finland by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
Austria vs. Finland - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Austria is 32 383 mi², while the surface area of Finland is 130 666 mi². This means that the area of Finland is 304% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Austria has a coastline of 0.0 mi, while Finland has a coastline of 776.7 mi.
Largest city
The largest city in Austria is Vienna, with a population of about 1 805 680 people. In contrast, the largest city in Finland is Helsinki, where the population is 626 305.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Austria is Großglockner, its height is 12 461 ft. The highest peak in Finland is Halti, which rises to a height of 4 344 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In Austria, the highest temperature ever measured was 104.9°F and was recorded in Bad Deutsch-Altenburg, while in Finland the highest temperature was 99°F and was recorded in Liperi.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Austria, the lowest temperature ever measured was -62.7°F and was recorded in Grünloch doline, while in Finland, the lowest temperature was -60.7°F and was recorded in Kittilä, Lapland.
Society
Austria vs. Finland - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Austria is about 9 006 398, while Finland is home to 5 540 720 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 82.1 years in Austria and 81.6 years in Finland.
Average age
The average age is 44.5 years in Austria and 42.8 years in Finland.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 0.32% in Austria and 0.26% in Finland.
Literacy
Literacy is 98.0% in Austria and 100.0% in Finland.
Language
In Austria, the main language is German, and in Finland the primary language is Finnish, Swedish.
Religion
In Austria, the main religion is Christianity; in Finland, the main religion is Christianity.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Austria: 55 649 Int$. Finland: 50 811 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in Austria: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in Finland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F).
Driving side
Austria has right-hand traffic, Finland has right-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Austria - May, June, July, August; Finland - June, July, August.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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