economy
February 3, 2026
Radnici MASOVNO odlaze na ovaj deo Balkana
Dok se godinama govori o iseljavanju i gašenju ostrvskih sredina, novi podaci i konkretne životne priče ruše tu sliku. Na hrvatskim ostrvima danas se ne živi samo od sezone, već se grade ozbiljne karijere – i to uz plate koje pariraju onima u najvećim gradovima. Primeri sa Krka pokazuju da ostrva postaju sve poželjnije mesto za rad, preduzetništvo i porodični život.
TL;DR
- Average net salaries on Croatian islands like Sutivan, Cres, and Krk can reach up to 1,600 euros.
- The island of Krk serves as a model for successful island living, featuring entrepreneurs and stable employment.
- A 23-year-old graduate opened a successful year-round craft bakery on Krk, defying the perception of seasonal work.
- Entrepreneurship and employment on islands have increased by approximately 40% in the last ten years.
- Economic activities on islands include tourism, trade, construction, and manufacturing, with a growing number of non-seasonal jobs.
- Local authorities on Krk are addressing housing issues by planning affordable rental properties to encourage long-term residency.
- Institutions like Marina Punat and its shipyard contribute to stable employment on Krk, with some employees spending their entire careers there.
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