Assessing regional quality of life: A review of Russian ratings
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.33910/3034-4255-2025-2-1-15-27Keywords:
quality of life, region, rating, technological development, quality economicsAbstract
Quality of life has become an increasingly vital metric that must be considered to achieve meaningful socio-economic outcomes in regional development. This study addresses the growing number and importance of regional quality-of-life rankings in Russia by analyzing the most prominent rating systems. The research focuses on quality-of-life within Russian ranking frameworks as the object of investigation, with the assessment scores as the study’s subject. Employing comparative analysis alongside general scientific methods and quality economics methodology, the study draws on data from official rating agencies and Rosstat statistics for indicator validation. The article examines three major ranking systems developed by VEB.RF and PwC (a joint project), RIA Rating, and the Agency for Strategic Initiatives. Each system demonstrates unique objectives, employs comprehensive indicator sets, and utilizes distinct methodological approaches for regional quality-of-life assessments. The analysis reveals both strengths and limitations of current Russian regional rankings. While these systems grow in number and popularity, the study emphasizes they cannot replace scientifically grounded quality-of-life evaluations essential for policy-making. The digital transformation era presents new opportunities for predictive quality-of-life assessments through advanced modelling and big data.
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