Comparative analysis of migration processes in Russian northern regions of resource type

The article examines the main migration indicators in eight northern resource-type regions (NRT) — Magadan Oblast, Nenets Autonomous Okrug, Komi Republic, Sakha Republic (Yakutia), Sakhalin Oblast, Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug-Yugra, Chukotka Autonomous Okrug and Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug. The subjects are compared by such indicators as population size, number of arrivals and departures, migration increase, composition of migrants by age and level of education. Migration from the CIS countries and foreign countries is also compared. Comparative analysis of migration processes in NRT showed that KhantyMansi Autonomous Okrug-Yugra is the most attractive region for migrants, although it is comparable in climate and income level with other subjects. The following main areas of socio-economic development of NRT are outlined to attract and retain migrants in the north: further development of mineral extraction considering the transformation of production in the new economic conditions; attracting investment in industries that create new jobs in the north (transport, agriculture, education and entrepreneurship). In addition to income, migrants, including highly qualified personnel, are attracted by the developed infrastructure, standard and quality of life of the region’s population.