työtuloina

Työtuloina refers to income earned from employment in Finland. It encompasses wages, salaries, bonuses, and other remuneration received by an employee for their work. This income is subject to taxation and social security contributions. The concept of työtuloina is crucial for understanding an individual's total income and their obligations towards the Finnish tax system and social security benefits.

When an employer calculates an employee's pay, the gross amount is referred to as työtuloina. From this gross income, various deductions are made, including income tax, health insurance contributions, and pension contributions. The remaining amount is the net income, or käteen jäävä tulo, which is paid to the employee.

The Finnish tax system differentiates between earned income (työtuloina) and capital income (pääomatuloina). This distinction is important because different tax rates and rules apply to each type of income. Työtuloina is generally taxed progressively, meaning higher income levels are subject to higher tax rates. Understanding työtuloina is fundamental for individuals managing their personal finances in Finland, as well as for employers fulfilling their payroll responsibilities. It forms the basis for calculating benefits such as unemployment benefits and parental allowances, which are often linked to an individual's earning history.