tulususmäär

Tulususmäär is a term that appears in historical Finnish administrative and land records, often translated as "taxation area" or "taxation unit." It denoted a geographical region or a specific parcel of land that was subject to a particular tax assessment or collection. The concept was integral to the historical system of taxation and land management in Finland, which was largely influenced by Swedish administrative practices due to Finland's historical ties to Sweden.

These taxation areas were not necessarily fixed geographical boundaries as understood today, but rather functional units defined by their tax obligations. A tulususmäär could encompass a single farm, a group of farms, or even parts of larger estates. The specific size and composition of a tulususmäär would vary depending on the local economic conditions, the type of taxes levied, and the administrative needs of the time.

The records detailing tulususmäär often provide valuable insights into the agrarian history of Finland, including land ownership patterns, agricultural productivity, and the economic status of different regions and communities. The term itself is an older Finnish construction, reflecting the historical context in which it was used. Understanding tulususmäär is crucial for historians and genealogists researching Finnish landholding and fiscal history.