Abstract
This study investigates determinants of happiness and job satisfaction of urban locals, first-generation migrants and new-generation migrants in China’s urban workforce. We present evidence to suggest that new-generation migrants are less satisfied with their jobs and lives than first-generation migrants, despite having higher income. This finding is consistent with aspirations rising faster than income in China’s fast-growing urban economy.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 2160-2184 |
Number of pages | 25 |
Journal | Urban Studies |
Volume | 51 |
Issue number | 10 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 11 Aug 2014 |