

Pirkanmaa is a region in western Finland. As of 2013 population was about 500,000. Neighbouring regions are: Southwest Finland, Satakunta, Kanta-Häme, Päijänne Tavastia, Southern Ostrobothnia and Central Finland
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 410,784 |
| 1985 | 419,062 |
| 1990 | 427,223 |
| 1995 | 437,525 |
| 2000 | 450,346 |
| 2005 | 468,604 |
| 2010 | 489,192 |