Haapajärvi

Region: Northern Ostrobothnia | Population: ~6,492 (2023) | Area: ~765 km²

Town Highlights

• Historic inland town on Finnish National Road 4
• Regional service centre through northern agricultural areas
• Mixed economy including forestry and small industry

Nature & Climate

Lakes, forests and farmland typical of inland Ostrobothnia.

Fun Facts

• Population declined ~2.3% since 2021
• Population density only ~8.5 people/km²