INDEX OF DYNAMICS OF LIVING CONDITIONS IN THE REGIONS OF RUSSIA
The article analyzes domestic and foreign indicators of the level of economic development of regions of the country, the quality of life of population of regions of the country, the socio-economic situation of the country, there are strengths and weaknesses of these indicators. The article offers the author developed the method of calculation of the performance index of living conditions in the regions, a comparative analysis of the proposed performance index of living conditions in the regions and existing indicators to assess the living conditions in the regions of the country. Based on the materials of six regions of Russia, calculations of the index of living conditions in these regions are made. Conclusions are drawn about the possibilities of practical application of the proposed index of dynamics of living conditions in the regions. An example of assessing the capabilities of six regions of Russia for the development of fisheries higher education is given.