FLASHS Study for Ymanci: 4.1 Million French Young Adults Live With Their Parents
A dual survey carried out by FLASHS for Ymanci from July 6 to July 8, 2026, focused on 1,000 young adults aged 23 to 34 who live with their parents and 1,000 parents who provide housing for an adult child. Due to escalating living expenses, around 4.1 million French adults in this demographic are cohabiting. Interestingly, 74% of these young adults are employed, with 48% holding permanent positions, and only 10% are without jobs. Financial concerns dominate, as 28% earn between 1,301 and 1,900 euros monthly. The average age for leaving the parental home in France is 23.8 years. Additionally, 89% of young adults contribute to household expenses, while 83% of parents note increased costs. Behavioral regression is prevalent, with 89% displaying adolescent characteristics.
Key facts
- About 4.1 million French adults aged 23–34 live or have lived with their parents
- FLASHS surveyed 1,000 young adults and 1,000 parents for Ymanci from July 6 to 8, 2026
- 74% of hosted young adults work and 48% hold permanent contracts (CDI)
- France's average age of leaving the parental home is 23.8 years, sixth earliest in the EU, versus 30.2 years in Spain
- 89% of hosted youth contribute to household expenses, but 62% save more than 200 euros per month
- 83% of parents saw daily expenses rise; 47% cut leisure and vacation spending and 38% dipped into savings
- 89% of young adults report at least one adolescent reflex, including 57% spending more time in their bedroom
- 38% of young adults hid their living situation, and 39% of supporting parents hid what the support cost them
Entities
Artists
- Étienne Chatiliez
- Vincent Pic
Institutions
- FLASHS
- Ymanci
- European Union
- artsixMic
Locations
- France
- Spain
- Italy
- Greece
- Croatia