Where do most US expats live in France?

Written by Editorial Team | Last Updated: August 2026

The vast majority of American expatriates living in France are heavily concentrated within the dynamic urban environment of Paris and its surrounding metropolitan suburbs, drawn by employment in multinational corporations, international diplomacy, arts, and education. Other popular regions attracting substantial American populations include the picturesque towns and coastal cities of the French Riviera, such as Nice, Cannes, and Antibes, as well as the historically rich wine-producing regions of Provence, Dordogne, and Bordeaux, which appeal heavily to retirees and remote professionals seeking a quintessential French lifestyle.

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