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What makes rural entrepreneurs stay? Social and economic characteristics of in-migrants and locals

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  • Bednarik, Zuzana

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Rural communities face ongoing challenges related to population decline, labor shortages, and uneven economic opportunities. In recent years, self-employed in-migrants[1] have been viewed as a potential driver of rural revitalization. These individuals contribute to job creation, stimulate local markets, and strengthen rural–urban linkages. However, while their initial impact on rural economies has been well recognized, a critical question remains: do these in-migrants stay long enough for their entrepreneurial activities to generate lasting benefits? The sustainability of rural job creation depends not only on attracting in-migrants with an entrepreneurial path but also on understanding the factors that influence their decision to remain in rural areas over time.

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  • Bednarik, Zuzana, 2026. "What makes rural entrepreneurs stay? Social and economic characteristics of in-migrants and locals," NCR-Stat Discussion Papers 388969, North Central Regional Center for Rural Development (NCRCRD).
    • Handle: RePEc:ags:ncrcrd:388969
    DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.388969
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