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Will I save money living in France?
We asked expats if they save money living in France. They said...
"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," commented one expat who made the move to France.
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"Exceeded them even with the moving exchange rates. If you live outside of Paris or the popular tourist areas it is less expensive. Many of the services are very heap,compared to the US. Medical services here are excellent," remarked another expat in Pezenas, 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.
