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How do people earn money in such a small economy?

• doublec 5y ago
  There are government jobs - administration, post office, local council, maintenance of roads, buildings, etc. They make and sell crafts, honey, coffee, etc online and to cruise ships. The latter has taken a hit due to borders being closed during covid. See Pipco for an example https://www.pipco.pn https://www.pipco.pn Some of the islanders have small businesses - one runs a Pizza place with regular pizza nights. Costs of living are low due to growing and catching your own food.
  • vimy 5y ago
    So the economy is mostly tourist based? Are there taxes?
    • doublec 5y ago
      Yes, mostly tourist based. There are no taxes.
• jnord 5y ago
  Overseas remittances from family members in New Zealand and Australia play a big part in the economy. Also, Pitcairn Island used to have a stamp bureau selling stamps to overseas collectors.
• hiddencache 5y ago
  More to the point, if the island is remote, and relatively self-sustaining, it seems like an alternative to New Zealand for those looking for a bolthole in the event of ecological or societal collapse. Jobs and income might not be the focus for people looking for this.