Despite the emerging stagnation in the economy, quite understandable during the crisis, in many regions there is an increase in business activity, production and an influx of labor.
Today we offer an up-to-date list of the top 10 which includes the fastest growing cities in Russia, the rating was compiled from the materials of a study by RBC.
10. Tyumen
In 2013, the population of Tyumen grew by 3%. Among all the Top 10 participants in Tyumen, the highest average salary is 41,410 rubles. The main industrial sector in the city is the production of petroleum products. Financial stability, as well as high purchasing power of the population make the city attractive for investment.
9. Saratov
The city is a well-known center of education and diverse research activities in Russia. In Saratov, engineering, chemical and oil industries are very developed. The city is consistently among the attractive regions for business development.
8. Nizhnekamsk
The growth rate of the services sector in the city in 2014 amounted to 1.09. In addition, petrochemical and energy industries are developing in Nizhnekamsk. The construction, in particular, of retail space, is growing quite actively.
7. Izhevsk
The capital of Udmurtia is an economic, commercial, cultural, as well as educational center. The city has developed defense, metallurgy and engineering industries.
6. Engels
The city in the Saratov region is famous for such enterprises as TrolZa, Engels Pipe Plant, and Pokrovsk Confectionery Factory. Over the year, the population of the city increases by about 2%.
5. Syktyvkar
The capital of the Komi Republic is a large industrial center - there are more than 40 enterprises of federal significance. Also, retail chains are actively developing here, in particular, local ones - “Econom” and “Assorted”.
4. Abakan
The smallest city in our Top 10, however, is an important center of industry, energy and the transport network of Khakassia. It is noteworthy that the number of enterprises in the city in 2013 increased by 10%.
3. Stavropol
The city with a population of 420 thousand inhabitants is experiencing a period of growth, based on the traditionally strong agricultural sectors for the Stavropol Territory. The population growth of Stavropol is about 2% per year.
2. Belgorod
Belgorod region is one of those agricultural regions that show steady growth. In addition, industrial production is developing in Belgorod. And the growth rate of the services sector in 2014 amounted to 1.04.
1. Krasnodar
The city is quite a bit short of the title of millionaire with a population of just over 890 thousand inhabitants. Modern Krasnodar is more attractive than ever to retailers. It is here that the Magnit network is based, as well as younger but promising ones, for example, Sangi Style.