Quantitative evaluation of regional Digital Inequality and its comparison with key economic and social indicators of Russian regions
Journal: InterCarto InterGIS
Year: 2025

This paper describes the development of a Digital Inequality Index that allows a comprehensive assessment of disparities in digital access and proficiency. The methodology is based on a three-level concept of digital inequality, incorporating assessments of technology access, skills, and real-life application effectiveness. Three groups of statistical indicators are used to access technology, skills, and effectiveness of obtaining results in real life. Through these indicators, the research maps