I’ll be in the live chat to talk with you all! I look forward to seeing your thoughts!
@William.TRG.3 жыл бұрын
I'm a native french and went to see the cost of living in LA and i'm still shocked about how everything is so expensive. I'm so glad to live in France lol
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
It is definitely ridiculously priced in Los Angeles, that is why a lot of people are leaving.
@ragazzi253 жыл бұрын
Your money has a lot more value in France compared to the US...Paris is not cheap but quality of life is amazing!
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Definitely agree, I actually live in Aix en Provence so it’s a little cheaper than Paris.
@JourneywithJenandDrew3 жыл бұрын
Okay WOW this intro was so strong! Love the confidence
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much ❤️
@_KristiK_3 жыл бұрын
Omg i want to go live in France for a summer to explore every part of country!😍
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
You should definitely do it! I can’t wait to explore more!
@the_francofile3 жыл бұрын
We wrote about our cost of living as students in France on our blog, too! We live in France in the Grand Est Region and have a monthly budget of about 1,075€ for two people. You’re right about the phone plans here in France. They can be so affordable! Great video!
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Wow! That’s an amazing price for two people. Thanks so much for watching🥰
@TheFrederic8883 жыл бұрын
And yet in Hong Kong where I lived not long time ago, its was half of that price for several times the bandwidth. The housing cost was another story 😅. If you talk with French over 40 years old, please engage the discussion about (real) inflation that has happened just after the introduction of euro. I promise you will get the rant of your life, or close 😂
@jean-michelgaiffe38343 жыл бұрын
Of course Paris is usually more expensive than other parts. But not always.. But generally, the more cities are small, the more prices are smaller too. In some villages or small cities, it's not rare for exemple, to find a full "regular" meal for less than 15€ (starter, main course and dessert) as a "menu du jour". You may have tap water for free or a mineral bottle for 2€. So... 😉
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Wow! Now that’s a deal😍
@jean-michelgaiffe38343 жыл бұрын
@@SamFournier for exemple, my cousin is living in a village, close to the city of BESANÇON, east of France, my birthplace. There is in the village an "auberge". Something pretty simple but charming. And he sent me the offer for the week (click and go) : " Bonjour à tous Cette semaine nous vous proposons : Nos entrées Fromage de tête de mouchon 4€ Quenelle de volaille forestières 4€ Salade de quinoa aux tomates séchées et jambon maison 4€ Nos plats Chili con carne au jarret de boeuf de région 9€ Dos de julienne en piperade et torsade 9€ Choucroute de l'auberge 12€ Rognon de veau à la moutarde 12€ Grenouilles en persillades des 12,5€ Grenouilles et jambon 22,5€ Nos desserts Carpaccio d'ananas a la coriandre 4€ Crème caramel aux oranges confites 4€ Infusion de pruneaux au thé 4€ " Of course, not vegan, but real food 😁😁😁
@Meecheer3 жыл бұрын
how did i miss your videos - literally dream about living in france since forever!
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Make it happen girl!
@Cookie-ye5dq3 жыл бұрын
I think it really depends on where you live and the cost. In WA, where I live, houses are about the same cost of what a home in nice Brittany, France home. Going to the movies in the USA for me is $8.00. I can have a very nice meal for 2 in WA for about $45 with a drink. Wine is way cheaper in France at the stores and restaurants. Phone and internet is is also cheaper in France. I can get clothes cheaper in the US. Buying a home in France is way different and somewhat time consuming and is up front costly....France does not ask for your credit score, they don’t have this. You have to have 20% down, plus and additional 8% for an Existing home or 3% on a new construction home which is on top of the cost of the home ( you can not finance this) they are taxes and fees. France does have a special savings account for buying a home with a higher interest rate. For where I live here in France my home cost me two times more than in the USA which is the suburbs of Paris. Cost of living is about the same for me here in France as in the USA, aside health care. My income tax is way less in the USA and sales tax. In the state of WA you do not have state income tax, like you do in California. I do have to say they have the most wonderful produce in France and meats...the framers in France are way more proud and concerned about the quality of their products. I can say this because I grew up on a farm in California. There are some wonderful products in California too The sad thing about France is the framers are being taxed to death and that’s literally, they have one of the highest suicide rates here. Living in France compared to living in the USA, there are pros and cons in both countries and cost runs differently, depending on where you live. But, if you choose to live in France, you will need to learn some French because everything is in French when it comes to documents. In the USA documents, you can find them in many languages. Frances National language is French and in the US we have no national language.
@servantamyplant44742 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! How about governance fees like rental help, cost of feeding kids etc etc
@dezafinado2 жыл бұрын
The official legal language in the US is still English. In communities with ethnic minorities, certain documents can have multiple languages.
@Hannah243103 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. It seems pretty similar to here in UK, although grocery shopping seems a little steep but I guess that’s all the fresh produce? Medical costs sound great compared to LA, I am so thankful for our NHS. Minimum wage may be lower, but when you take into account the overall savings on cost of living, it doesn’t seem so bad. Our minimum wage for 25 and over is £8.72, which is around $12 and the overall cost of living isn’t too friendly on the wallet x
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for watching. The medical costs are definitely great compared to LA!🙌🏽
@FrenchCountryLife2 жыл бұрын
Living in the countryside may be cheaper when it comes to housing but it is more expensive on other things. We for example have no internet or phone reception in our valley and we pay 70€ a month for a satellite internet connection which is horrible. I can’t upload any videos using it and often can’t even watch a video with it! Our phone cell phone plans are much more expensive than yours as well… our sons have a cheap one which is 12€ I believe but ours are 35€ each. We have experienced that we spend almost twice as much on groceries in France, that is really the biggest difference for us compared to the Netherlands. And I think another thing that makes living in the countryside more expensive is that you need to take your car to go everywhere so the costs for gas are making it more expensive. You’re right about the healthcare. We hardly ever go to the doctor or need medication but we did get some and I was surprised as well by how cheap it was. Also homeopathy is very easily available and very cheap which I really appreciate about France as we use mostly natural remedies. Thanks for making this video, I will be referring people to it as I get a lot of messages from people on my channel with questions about moving to France.
@SamFournier2 жыл бұрын
I never thought of the costs to be a bit pricier for some things in the countryside but it makes sense to me now. I just watched one of your videos where you were working in your car because you had better service and the cows walking by. I loved that scene 🤣 I am so grateful for the healthcare here compared to the US. Thanks for watching🤗
@gojereme3 жыл бұрын
Great insight! The difference in cell phone, internet, and insurance was surprising compared to America!
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
It definitely was a surprise to me too! Thanks so much for watching.
@TheFrederic8883 жыл бұрын
@@towaritch it’s everywhere the same. I have worked for one of the biggest international French company with contracts and contractors all over the world. Business cultures vary but the same patterns kept repeating contracts after contracts, whatever the countries and the contractors.
@paulfournierphoto3 жыл бұрын
Life is definitely a little more affordable in France. Especially knowing you won’t go bankrupt if god forbid you need to go to the hospital!
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Seriously!
@dezafinado2 жыл бұрын
Generalizations are NOT good. Affordable is relative. You might pay a little less in France but the income difference between the US and France is big. An IT engineer can make close to 200k/yr in California and taxes are lower. In the US, if you have a full-time job, most companies share the cost of healthcare with you and some is free. My cousin, employee of the school district, pays $150/m for a family of 4. If you're self-employed, it can be expensive... ($5k-7k/yr). The problem is when you have a serious chronic illness that may require you to stop working. That said, the US system needs reform.
@cynthiagrayson79442 жыл бұрын
Very interesting and useful information. Thank you.
@SamFournier2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching, I'm glad it is useful for you!
@rene.rodriguez2 жыл бұрын
Great video. We are planning to move to France next year.
@SamFournier2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, good luck on your move here ✨
@rene.rodriguez2 жыл бұрын
@@SamFournier thank you 🙏
@TimetobeHealthyHappy2 жыл бұрын
Very well Explained - Compared to other " Costs of Living in France " Thanks 🙂
@SamFournier2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, I’m so glad you enjoyed it🤗
@lavinder113 жыл бұрын
This is really superficial, but the visuals in this video are nice. I especially like your hair and makeup juxtaposed next to the (succulent?) plant and yellow/orange light in the right corner. The new changes are nice! Proud to say I was here before y'all blew up ☺️
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the lovely comment, it is so kind of you to notice the little details 💕
@HaguraStudios3 жыл бұрын
I open your video from the video share day. I really can't be more glad! I absolutely love your style! Sadly I don't care about france, but your personality drew me in and I'm staying just so I can see you as a person! thank you so much for putting yourself out there for us to see. You are doing an amazing job!!!
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Such a sweet comment, it truly means a lot. Thank you so much for the support💕
@TracyO113 жыл бұрын
So good to always get to see you! Keep it up. Love you!
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Love you and miss you very much! Can’t wait to see you again.
@DamonBowe3 жыл бұрын
Production of your videos is really nice!
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Damon ! It truly means a lot❤️
@1Devonpen2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, this was very helpful!
@SamFournier2 жыл бұрын
So glad to hear it, thank you!
@AdvenTips3 жыл бұрын
Very beautiful video!! 😊Thank you for sharing my friend👏
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching
@norbertfontaine85243 жыл бұрын
I pay 45 € for my Internet plan (Fiber Internet+TV+phone) and 8 € for my cell phone at SFR.
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
That’s an amazing plan 👏🏽
@norbertfontaine85243 жыл бұрын
@@SamFournier Amazingly expensive ;-) Which Internet provider do you have ?
@BaileyShafer3 жыл бұрын
The area of the US that I live in is very inexpensive. My monthly expenses are $600 but I would love to move because it’s not somewhere I like being
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Wow! That’s such an amazing price 😍
@durgalaxmy16663 жыл бұрын
Amazing vdo. Welcome to Aix, a calm n beautiful place to live.
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! It truly is a great place to live ❤️
@DamonDiaries812 жыл бұрын
Hi sam..love.the intro! Thanks for the vids
@SamFournier2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much
@yvanmarcosraffalli52012 жыл бұрын
hello Sam . The coast of housing is very different in each region . As you know i live in Corsica which is not the cheapest place in France . I ve a T3 with 2 bedrooms and i pay 715 euros a month . It s a small village but I m at 3 mn to the beach by car . (about 3 km) I considere it s quite expensive . So in south west in a village I can find a similar appartment for 500 euros a month . Bigger is the city bigger are the coasts of locations . And in any region .
@SamFournier2 жыл бұрын
Very true!
@NicholasTSilveira3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video!
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching
@yeoboocouple46923 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing! So interesting to learn about the cost of living over there :)
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching, I’m glad you enjoyed it.
@kaysha3 жыл бұрын
Heya. New subs. Today's live w Doc Rock sent me 💯💋
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Love his lives! Thanks for the support🙏🏽
@kaysha3 жыл бұрын
@@SamFournier My pleasure. Make sure you come check my lives as well
@micksmusicchannel3 жыл бұрын
Great video. Thanks for posting
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for watching
@micksmusicchannel3 жыл бұрын
@@SamFournier you're welcome
@reklovjj Жыл бұрын
Restaurant pricing in Paris really? Even a cafe restaurant in Paris cost double that of most regional restaurants. I’d suggest you’re making a Paris cost analysis or focus on Aix for the regular French pricing and way of life.
@reklovjj Жыл бұрын
The gaz cost is nowhere near the US. Gallon is 3.8L so 2 euros a liter makes it $7.60 a gallon! Don’t think Cal is there yet but…
@MuhammadMI3 жыл бұрын
Superb stay blessed.Keep going!
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
You do the same 💕
@noefillon17493 жыл бұрын
And I was actually thinking that drinks in restaurants and bars were excessively expensive here in France
@paulfournierphoto3 жыл бұрын
Haha no we have it good here!
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Prices in Los Angeles are really high for drinks!
@jean-michelgaiffe38343 жыл бұрын
Usually not, but it depends what and where!!! 😄
@dezafinado2 жыл бұрын
In SoCal, the Foodie movement has caused prices to go up quickly in the last 10 years. It's a life-style thing, so you have to be cool and go out with friends. $4-5 for a coffee-mix drink is robbery but American consumers aren't very smart. Bistro in France is ok but restaurants are expensive, especially for the bird size portion you get.
@giantstonestudio47112 жыл бұрын
So helpful video ❤️
@SamFournier2 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad this was helpful, thanks for watching.
@raulespinoza99873 жыл бұрын
Wow that's awesome! The cost of living is a lot cheaper where you live!
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Yes, it definitely is!
@shiftaholictraveller3 жыл бұрын
I don't know if i missed something in the intro or not... But... Was the total that you mentioned (1500) for one person or for two?
@Retireonmybudgetcommunity2 жыл бұрын
Good information👍
@SamFournier2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@alexandercityuni3 жыл бұрын
Can you please explain where is "here"? Which city are you talking about? Thanks
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
I live in Aix en Provence.😊
@alexandercityuni3 жыл бұрын
@@SamFournier Thanks
@CARACAS1 Жыл бұрын
Hi it seems that $1500 a month is not sufficient to live a good quality of life. It does not allow you any room for transportation, entertainment, travel, and savings. Where exactly in France does a person live on minimum wage? Thanks
@jimetalavera42513 жыл бұрын
What phone plan do you use?? I’m a student and I’m moving to aix in June so I’m checking what’s the best option for me 🥰
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
I have my phone plan with Bouygues and plan I have is B&you! Hopefully this helps. Have you been to Aix before? You will love it here!
@Monica-wl7gs3 жыл бұрын
Girl 1,400 for an apartment in Pasadena is a steal!
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Right?! We were very blessed, I loved that apartment and it was in the perfect location!
@vlogs.italia3 жыл бұрын
Video bellissimo top "
@melodychakcit2153 Жыл бұрын
Hello Sam. I like the vivid explaination on living in France. . How can I contact you for more information?
@annayahkaraha75323 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the great incite into your cost of living. I wanted to know if your total costs for the month is for both of you or just for yourself?
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Annayah! This is the cost of living for one person except for the food is for two people. But my husband and I split everything since we live together.
@realCatherinePerry3 жыл бұрын
Very interesting comparison. I know in the uk dental is free but in canada it costs an arm and a leg. Health care in the uk is somewhat free. I know there are a few things you need to pay for but then in canada majority of things health care wise is free covered through ohip. Random thoughts lol but interesting analysis for anyone considering moving to france!
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
If only the US would start offering free healthcare. I hadn’t been to the doctor in over 15 years because I didn’t have healthcare. Thanks for watching❤️
@realCatherinePerry3 жыл бұрын
@@SamFournier yeah that’s crazy. Now saying that we have a shortage of docs so not everyone has someone they can go to.
@BobSmith-iu3hx3 жыл бұрын
@@SamFournier For your information we do not have " free " healthcare here in Canada, more specifically here in Ontario. The taxpayers like me pays for the supposedly free healthcare and the O.H.I.P ( Ontario Health Insurance Plan ) fees that we pay is a form of tax.
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
@@BobSmith-iu3hx yes, I know. I guess I shouldn’t have worded it that way.
@dezafinado2 жыл бұрын
@@SamFournier The French system is NOT free. It's financed by workers income tax.
@fallonjustine23953 жыл бұрын
Can you recommend any apps/ websites to look for rentals in France?
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Yes, you can check out www.seloger.com and www.leboncoin.fr 🙂 The best of luck to you on your search!
@fallonjustine23953 жыл бұрын
@@SamFournier Thank you
@josemi722 жыл бұрын
Still watching so I apologize if the answer is in the video but how are you getting past the 90 day stay limit? Are you there as students? Thanks!
@SamFournier2 жыл бұрын
My husband is actually French☺️
@estelamino63562 жыл бұрын
Hello. THANKS what about u language as usa citizen .how long can we live in France???THANKS
@udontneedtoknow68163 жыл бұрын
Im curious about the cost of going to France.
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Well it depends where you’re flying from and the places you visit.
@udontneedtoknow68163 жыл бұрын
@@SamFournier I'm would be flying from LAX. If i go, i would visit the countryside. Particularly in the Langadoc region, and/or Pyrenees or Alps. BTW are the Pyrenees a better value then the Alps for skiing?
@udontneedtoknow68163 жыл бұрын
@@SamFournier Also, how important is it to know some French? I know it's allot easier if you speak it obviously. I appreciate your insights from a in country ex-pat.
@kerynl.sanchez98912 жыл бұрын
I would love to live in France for a whole month, just not Paris cause it’s expensive. Can you recommend a nice city not too far from Paris that is nice to visit and easy to get around?
@SamFournier2 жыл бұрын
I wish I could help with this but I’ve only lived in Aix en Provence and it’s an 8 hr drive from Paris. You might want to join expat in France fb group and ask there because you’ll be able to talk to people closer to Paris.
@Meecheer3 жыл бұрын
wow i am shocked!! it is actually affordable to live in France... I'm coming! haha
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
It really is!
@J.D.Vision Жыл бұрын
One U.S. dollar = .99 Euros As of this post date... What was the exchange when this video was uploaded?
@reklovjj Жыл бұрын
A year ago as of 03-06-23 was approx $0.89 for one euro. Today it’s about $0.94 to one euro. You’re correct this makes a significant difference yet as an expat life is not only cheaper except gaz but trains are great and very affordable.
@Vacationxdad3 жыл бұрын
Maybe I should move to France
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
Yes !
@Corinacc825 Жыл бұрын
For the phone plan .. is it $15 even for international calls .. is it expensive to call home ?
@SamFournier Жыл бұрын
I don’t do international calls that way. Before I moved I got a Google phone number for free with my old US phone number and that’s how I’m able to make calls back home and keep in contact with my family. You can also use fb messenger to make calls as well. Hope this helps.
@Corinacc825 Жыл бұрын
@@SamFournier lol you can tell I need to venture out , btw I graduated from HS with your mom and found your channel through her FB page. You are beautiful just like your mom .. I love your channel and your edits are amazing ❤️ feels like I'm watching a TV series 😊 you are a beautiful girl inside and out 🙏🙏
@Corinacc825 Жыл бұрын
@@SamFournier lol you can tell I need to venture out , btw I graduated from HS with your mom and found your channel through her FB page. You are beautiful just like your mom .. I love your channel and your edits are amazing ❤️ feels like I'm watching a TV series 😊 you are a beautiful girl inside and out 🙏🙏
@reklovjj Жыл бұрын
Dog-walk in France lol! You definitely a SoCal woman..
@Eva-uy1nl2 жыл бұрын
How much does renter's inssurance cost ? Did you say 18$ ? I'm not sure if i understood that right
@SamFournier2 жыл бұрын
Yes, that’s the correct price.😊
@Eva-uy1nl2 жыл бұрын
@@SamFournier Thanks ❤
@brianlooksaround6125 Жыл бұрын
When you say, “dollars” do you mean “euros”?
@SamFournier Жыл бұрын
Everything was converted to the dollar amount in this video☺️
@caua16602 жыл бұрын
What about studying ?
@SamFournier2 жыл бұрын
So sorry, I can’t help in this department since I’m not a student.
@Meecheer3 жыл бұрын
hello you were from pasadena??? how did you end up in france?
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
My French Husband 😍
@kerynl.sanchez98912 жыл бұрын
@@SamFournier where did you meet him?
@chelseaking54323 жыл бұрын
Could you move to France without knowing French cuz I'm ready to pack my bags 🤣
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
I did! 😂😂😂 I definitely would recommend learning first though because it’s not easy.
@felicelilyivequit93813 жыл бұрын
I want to move to France but I don't want to get the covid vaccine! :(..
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
I’m not too sure about the requirements, maybe you just need a negative PCR test🤔 I’m not sure
@felicelilyivequit93813 жыл бұрын
@@SamFournier Alright, I will look into it, after all i still have awhile before im ready to move countries.
@raulespinoza99873 жыл бұрын
How far are you from Paris?
@AntonandSinan3 жыл бұрын
It seems the US is very expensive huh!
@SamFournier3 жыл бұрын
At least in Los Angeles 😂
@noefillon17493 жыл бұрын
I was wondering what were the prices in the US in general because I know LA is a big city and usually the prices are higher in cities, especially housing.
@AntonandSinan3 жыл бұрын
Thé médical costs is where it hits the most, it seems. I used to live in Dubai and the cost of rent, alcohol and medical is crazy over there! For example, a 1 bedroom apartment would cost you at least 1500-1800€/month. Without utility bills. A bottle of wine is about 20€ and not a restaurant. And doctor visits, forget it 😂 Thankfully France is so much better at this ☺️