Abstract
A framework that yields different possible patterns of migration as optimal solutions to a simple utility maximization problem is presented and explored. It is shown that seasonal migration arises as an optimal endogenous response to a comparison of costs (of living and of separation) and returns (to work) over a set of three alternative options, even if a year-long migration is feasible.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 304-312 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Economics Letters |
Volume | 94 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2007 |
Keywords
- Cost of living differential
- Cost of separation
- Optimal types of migration
- Seasonal migration