Nivala
Region: Northern Ostrobothnia | Charter: 1867 | Town privileges: 1992 | Population: ~10,378 (as of December 31 2024) | Area: ~528 km²
About the Coat of Arms
Coat of arms depicts a wooden gate shaped like the initial 'N', designed by Kalervo Kallio.
Town Highlights
- Often nicknamed 'Texas of Finland' for its open plains and strong dairy/beef industry
- Flat agricultural landscapes with rich pastoral heritage
- Seasonal Christian Awakening Festivals and local summer services
Nature & Climate
Rivers, lakes and flat farmland dominate – including Pidisjärvi, Suojärvi, and Kalajoki River.
Fun Facts
- Fourth Finnish President Kyösti Kallio hailed from Nivala
- Population has slowly declined from ~11,000 in 1990s to ~10,400 in 2024