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How much does a military officer make in Finland?

€79,310a year

This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is €6,609 a month. estimate

Equals
$89,620
Compared with the median pay in Finland
1.9 times
Data from
2025

Where Finland ranks among 111 countries

1.0 k $2.0 k $5.0 k $10 k $20 k $50 k $100 k $200 k $SwitzerlandLatviaKenyaGambiaFinland, rank 6

Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $200,000 a year.

What commissioned armed forces officers earn in Finland
Lowest 10%: €66,890Median: €79,310Highest 10%: €91,290

In other countries

Median gross salary a year, in dollars.

1. Switzerland estimate$156,500
2. Norway estimate$119,200
3. Australia$119,100
5. Belgium estimate$104,200
6. Finland estimate$89,620
7. Canada$81,910
111. Gambia estimate$741
Compare commissioned armed forces officers in 111 countries

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does a military officer make a month in Finland?

    The median gross salary is €6,609 a month, €79,310 a year.

    How much does a military officer make starting out and with experience?

    The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around €66,890 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than €91,290.

    Which country pays a military officer the most?

    Australia, with a median of $119,100 a year before tax, according to our data.

    Does a military officer make more in Finland or in Canada?

    In Finland: $89,620 a year against $81,910 in Canada, 1.1 times more.

    Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate