Poverty on the rise in France
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In France, the most vulnerable households—families, the sick, and foreign nationals—are growing poorer, warns an annual report. Median income for those assisted fell from €658 in 2014 to €565 in 2024, with 95% below the poverty line and 74% in extreme poverty.
Breakdown
- French charities report a changing face of poverty, with more elderly, women, and rural residents seeking help. 19s
- The proportion of elderly among those seeking aid has nearly tripled since 1999. 32s
- Many workers, including those with stable jobs, now struggle to afford basic needs, as minimum wage often does not allow for decent living. 43s
- Poverty in France is defined as living on less than 60% of the median income, or under €1,288 per month for a single person. 1m 11s
- Nearly 10 million people, or 15% of the French population, now live below the poverty line—a record high in almost 30 years. 1m 29s