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Life expectancy: Parisians live longer (but it depends on the neighborhood)

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In Paris, people live longer than in the rest of France. However, not all residents of the capital enjoy the same longevity: from one district to another, life expectancy can vary by nearly five years. Here’s the complete ranking of the districts where people live the longest. 

According to the latest demographic data, Paris remains a French exception when it comes to longevity. Improved access to healthcare, gentle mobility, cultural infrastructures, socio-economic level… these are all factors that boost the life expectancy of Parisians.

But when we look at it borough by borough, we discover very different realities: some areas are breaking national records, while others are closer to the French average. Let's take a tour of the places where people age gracefully, and sometimes live much longer than their neighbors.


The Most Favored Districts: Where People (Really) Live Longer

No surprise here, the wealthiest neighborhoods in the capital are leading the rankings by a long shot. The 16th district completely tops the chart with 84.7 years for men and 89.4 years for women, numbers among the highest in France. Right behind, the 1st, 6th, 7th, and 5th also show life expectancies well above the national average.

These districts share several characteristics: a higher socio-economic level, recognized as a major health determinant, a quieter, less dense environment that offers more parks, green spaces, and services, and easier access to healthcare facilities and specialists, which are among the most abundant in France. In short: living in a wealthy, quiet, low-pollution area with excellent amenities.

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The intermediate districts: a "medium" Paris where people age gracefully

Just below the leading pack, we find a homogenous group of districts where people live well and long, often reaching around 86 to 88 years for women and 81 to 83 years for men: the 15th,the 17th, the 2nd, the 11th, the 14th, the 13th, the 9th, the 4th, and the 12th.

These areas represent an active, mixed, often family-friendly Paris, where people walk a lot or ride bicycles. It’s no surprise that life expectancy is high here: the medical services are plentiful, residents lead a more mobile and less sedentary lifestyle, and services are just minutes away.

Even in the very lively neighborhoods like the 11th or the 9th, the vibrancy seems to boost health: a busy but not overwhelming daily life, where you move, you go out, you live.


The Most Popular Districts: A Setback but Not a Warning

Coming in at the bottom of the ranking but still above the national average, are the most popular districts: the 18th, the 19th, the 20th, and the 10th, where life expectancy ranges from 79.9 to 80.9 years for men and 85.4 to 85.6 years for women.

Here, higher density, lower incomes, and a sometimes less accessible healthcare infrastructure play a part.
These differences can also be explained by factors such as: housing conditions, environmental exposures (traffic, pollution), more constrained lifestyles, and more precarious socio-economic situations.

However, these districts are still far from being left behind: despite their challenges, they boast a longevity that surpasses many French cities, proving that Paris, even in its most popular areas, remains a place where people age well.


And outside of Paris? The French cities where people live the longest

While Paris stands out as the city where people live the longest in France, it is not the only one that shows impressive numbers. Other French municipalities, mostly located in the Hauts-de-Seine, rival the capital in terms of longevity. The 2024 data reveals a clear trend: the western Parisian suburbs are home to several of the longest-lived cities in the country.

If Paris remains in...Head, with a life expectancy of 86.2 years for women and 81.1 years for men, Neuilly-sur-Seine comes in just behind, boasting almost identical numbers. The 86.1 years for women and 81 years for men reflect a very high standard of living, an ultra-secure environment, and a residential area conducive to well-being.


Chic suburban areas of the Paris region at the top of the rankings

Next up are Boulogne-Billancourt and Rueil-Malmaison, two vibrant cities that blend dynamism, high-quality public services, and a rich cultural and sports offering. In Boulogne, life expectancy reaches 85.9 years for women and 80.8 years for men, while in Rueil, it stands at 85.8 years and 80.7 years. Their balance of nature and urban life seems to provide an ideal environment for a long and healthy life.

Finally, Issy-les-Moulineaux completes this very Parisian picture. The city is modern and well-equipped, with an impressive life expectancy of 85.7 years for women and 80.6 years for men. An innovative, comfortable, and safe environment naturally contributes to higher longevity.

So yes, Parisians live long. Very long. But these figures primarily highlight a relentless reality: e.

In France, your address can either add years to your life or take them away.