The article discusses the sustainable development of mining regions in the Arctic Zone of the Russian Federation (AZRF). It emphasizes the importance of balancing economic, social, and environmental goals in the region's development. Mining is central to the socio-economic strategy of the Russian Arctic, and the study aims to justify measures to lift restrictions on sustainable development in AZRF mining regions. The authors propose a method to identify regions where mining significantly influences socio-economic development, such as the Komi Republic, Nenets Autonomous District, Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous District, Yakutia, and Chukotka Autonomous District. A multi-factor regression analysis confirms that living standards and social indicators in these regions depend on income and fiscal capacity, making the state more responsible for regional development. The study suggests that rental income should be redistributed in favor of AZRF mining regions' budgets until migration and natural population growth become positive and meet socio-economic development targets. The results can support state policy in developing AZRF strategies. The article also reviews the history and concepts of sustainable development, highlighting the need for a balanced approach that considers environmental, social, and economic factors. It discusses the challenges of climate change, resource development, and the impact on indigenous communities in the Arctic. The study concludes that sustainable development in the AZRF requires a triad approach, integrating social, economic, and environmental aspects. The authors argue that the current development model in the AZRF is not sustainable due to high poverty levels, lack of population growth, and the need for improved infrastructure and social services. The study recommends policies to address these issues and promote sustainable development in the Arctic.The article discusses the sustainable development of mining regions in the Arctic Zone of the Russian Federation (AZRF). It emphasizes the importance of balancing economic, social, and environmental goals in the region's development. Mining is central to the socio-economic strategy of the Russian Arctic, and the study aims to justify measures to lift restrictions on sustainable development in AZRF mining regions. The authors propose a method to identify regions where mining significantly influences socio-economic development, such as the Komi Republic, Nenets Autonomous District, Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous District, Yakutia, and Chukotka Autonomous District. A multi-factor regression analysis confirms that living standards and social indicators in these regions depend on income and fiscal capacity, making the state more responsible for regional development. The study suggests that rental income should be redistributed in favor of AZRF mining regions' budgets until migration and natural population growth become positive and meet socio-economic development targets. The results can support state policy in developing AZRF strategies. The article also reviews the history and concepts of sustainable development, highlighting the need for a balanced approach that considers environmental, social, and economic factors. It discusses the challenges of climate change, resource development, and the impact on indigenous communities in the Arctic. The study concludes that sustainable development in the AZRF requires a triad approach, integrating social, economic, and environmental aspects. The authors argue that the current development model in the AZRF is not sustainable due to high poverty levels, lack of population growth, and the need for improved infrastructure and social services. The study recommends policies to address these issues and promote sustainable development in the Arctic.