Työtulon

Työtulon is a Finnish term used in economic and tax discourse to denote earned income—the income derived from work. It encompasses wages, salaries, bonuses, overtime, and income from self-employment or freelance work. It is distinguished from capital income (pääomatulo) and from social transfers such as benefits.

In Finnish tax law, työtulo forms the basis of the earned income taxation (ansiotulovero). Earned income is typically taxed with a combination of municipal and state taxes and social security contributions, with deductions and allowances that reduce the final tax payable. The exact treatment depends on factors such as residence, family status, and other personal circumstances.

In policy and statistical contexts, työtulo is used to discuss labour-market incentives, wage formation, and the interaction between earnings and social benefits. National statistics often separate income into työtulo and other income types to measure labour earnings, living standards, and the distribution of income. Related discussions may compare työtulo with capital income (pääomatulo) and with transfers to understand the overall tax system and economic well-being.