Will I save money living in France?
We asked expats if they save money living in France. They said...
"The exchange rate fluctuations make budgeting a little chaotic at times, but on the whole we have not had any financial worries so far. Having said that, we did ensure we were mortgage-free and had a bit of savings in the bank before moving to cope with any unexpected emergencies. Day to day living can be as inexpensive or as expensive as you make it. If you keep going out for coffees, drinks, or meals, then your budget will rocket fast," remarked another expat who made the move to Aude and Herault Departments, France.
"Living in France may be more affordable than living in the United States for some people, due to the relatively low cost of living in the country. Housing prices in France tend to be less expensive than in the US, and basic items like food, public transportation, and utilities are also typically more affordable. Depending on people’s lifestyle, the price of living in France could end up being significantly lower than in the US," explained one expat living in France.
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Will I save money living in France?
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About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.