The average net annual salary per employee in Germany amounted to around 32,399 euros in 2024. Around 7,500 German households had a monthly net income of 5,000 euros or more that year.

Key information about Germany Monthly Earnings

• Germany Monthly Earnings stood at 5,640 USD in Sep 2025, compared with the previous figure of 5,358 USD in Jun 2025
• Germany Monthly Earnings data is updated quarterly, available from Mar 1991 to Sep 2025, with an average number of 4,450 USD
• The data reached the an all-time high of 5,640 USD in Sep 2025 and a record low of 2,213 USD in Jun 1991

CEIC calculates quarterly Monthly Earnings from quarterly Compensation per Employee divided by 3 and converts it into USD. Statistisches Bundesamt provides Compensation per Employee in EUR. Federal Reserve Board average market exchange rate is used for currency conversions. Monthly Earnings include wages and salaries and the employers' actual and imputed social contributions.


Further information about Germany Monthly Earnings

• In the latest reports, Germany Population reached 84 million people in Dec 2024
• Unemployment Rate of Germany remained the same at 4 % in Oct 2025
• The country's Labour Force Participation Rate increased to 57 % in Sep 2025

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the the household distribution across 16 income brackets among four distinct age groups in New Germany: Under 25 years, 25-44 years, 45-64 years, and over 65 years. The dataset highlights the variation in household income, offering valuable insights into economic trends and disparities within different age categories, aiding in data analysis and decision-making..

Key observations

• Upon closer examination of the distribution of households among age brackets, it reveals that there are 4(2.13%) households where the householder is under 25 years old, 81(43.09%) households with a householder aged between 25 and 44 years, 82(43.62%) households with a householder aged between 45 and 64 years, and 21(11.17%) households where the householder is over 65 years old.
• The age group of 25 to 44 years exhibits the highest median household income, while the largest number of households falls within the 45 to 64 years bracket. This distribution hints at economic disparities within the city of New Germany, showcasing varying income levels among different age demographics.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2017-2021 5-Year Estimates.

Income brackets:

• Less than $10,000
• $10,000 to $14,999
• $15,000 to $19,999
• $20,000 to $24,999
• $25,000 to $29,999
• $30,000 to $34,999
• $35,000 to $39,999
• $40,000 to $44,999
• $45,000 to $49,999
• $50,000 to $59,999
• $60,000 to $74,999
• $75,000 to $99,999
• $100,000 to $124,999
• $125,000 to $149,999
• $150,000 to $199,999
• $200,000 or more

Variables / Data Columns

• Household Income: This column showcases 16 income brackets ranging from Under $10,000 to $200,000+ ( As mentioned above).
• Under 25 years: The count of households led by a head of household under 25 years old with income within a specified income bracket.
• 25 to 44 years: The count of households led by a head of household 25 to 44 years old with income within a specified income bracket.
• 45 to 64 years: The count of households led by a head of household 45 to 64 years old with income within a specified income bracket.
• 65 years and over: The count of households led by a head of household 65 years and over old with income within a specified income bracket.

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Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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Germany - Median relative income of elderly people (60+) was 0.87% in December of 2024, according to the EUROSTAT. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for Germany - Median relative income of elderly people (60+) - last updated from the EUROSTAT on December of 2025. Historically, Germany - Median relative income of elderly people (60+) reached a record high of 0.89% in December of 2014 and a record low of 0.85% in December of 2018.

In 2024, there were ******* German households with a household net income of under 500 euros per month. ***** households had a monthly income of 5,000 euros and more. Disposable net income While at first glance the aforementioned monthly income may seem manageable, based on general German standards of living, it is worth noting that flexibility and expenditure depends on the number of people living in a household, or rather the number of earners in relation to that number. In the case of employed population members, what remains as disposable net income is influenced by various regular payments made by households after the already taxed salary arrives. These payments include, but are not limited to, rent, different types of insurance, repaying loans, fees for internet and mobile phone services. Food and housing When looking at private household spending in Germany, consistent patterns emerge. Housing, water, electricity, gas and other fuel made up the largest share and will increase even further in the coming months, followed by food, beverages, and tobacco.

Germany - Population living in households considering that they suffer from noise: Below 60% of median equivalised income was 26.70% in December of 2023, according to the EUROSTAT. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for Germany - Population living in households considering that they suffer from noise: Below 60% of median equivalised income - last updated from the EUROSTAT on November of 2025. Historically, Germany - Population living in households considering that they suffer from noise: Below 60% of median equivalised income reached a record high of 35.30% in December of 2008 and a record low of 26.00% in December of 2020.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the mean household income for each of the five quintiles in New Germany, MN, as reported by the U.S. Census Bureau. The dataset highlights the variation in mean household income across quintiles, offering valuable insights into income distribution and inequality.

Key observations

• Income disparities: The mean income of the lowest quintile (20% of households with the lowest income) is 30,704, while the mean income for the highest quintile (20% of households with the highest income) is 155,187. This indicates that the top earners earn 5 times compared to the lowest earners.
• *Top 5%: * The mean household income for the wealthiest population (top 5%) is 194,734, which is 125.48% higher compared to the highest quintile, and 634.23% higher compared to the lowest quintile.

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Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2017-2021 5-Year Estimates.

Income Levels:

• Lowest Quintile
• Second Quintile
• Third Quintile
• Fourth Quintile
• Highest Quintile
• Top 5 Percent

Variables / Data Columns

• Income Level: This column showcases the income levels (As mentioned above).
• Mean Household Income: Mean household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars for the specific income level.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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The average net monthly salary in Germany amounted to ***** euros in 2024. Figures generally increased annually during the timeline shown in the graph. Germany recorded the highest average salaries compared to other leading EU economies.

This statistic shows the average disposable income of German households in 2017, by household type. Households with only one person had the lowest average disposable income at ****** euros. Households consisting of three or more adults with kid(s) had the greatest disposable income on average, approximately ****** euros.

Germany DE: Proportion of People Living Below 50 Percent Of Median Income: % data was reported at 11.000 % in 2020. This stayed constant from the previous number of 11.000 % for 2019. Germany DE: Proportion of People Living Below 50 Percent Of Median Income: % data is updated yearly, averaging 8.700 % from Dec 1991 (Median) to 2020, with 30 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 11.000 % in 2020 and a record low of 6.700 % in 1993. Germany DE: Proportion of People Living Below 50 Percent Of Median Income: % data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Germany – Table DE.World Bank.WDI: Social: Poverty and Inequality. The percentage of people in the population who live in households whose per capita income or consumption is below half of the median income or consumption per capita. The median is measured at 2017 Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) using the Poverty and Inequality Platform (http://www.pip.worldbank.org). For some countries, medians are not reported due to grouped and/or confidential data. The reference year is the year in which the underlying household survey data was collected. In cases for which the data collection period bridged two calendar years, the first year in which data were collected is reported.;World Bank, Poverty and Inequality Platform. Data are based on primary household survey data obtained from government statistical agencies and World Bank country departments. Data for high-income economies are mostly from the Luxembourg Income Study database. For more information and methodology, please see http://pip.worldbank.org.;;The World Bank’s internationally comparable poverty monitoring database now draws on income or detailed consumption data from more than 2000 household surveys across 169 countries. See the Poverty and Inequality Platform (PIP) for details (www.pip.worldbank.org).

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the median household incomes over the past decade across various racial categories identified by the U.S. Census Bureau in New Germany. It portrays the median household income of the head of household across racial categories (excluding ethnicity) as identified by the Census Bureau. It also showcases the annual income trends, between 2013 and 2023, providing insights into the economic shifts within diverse racial communities.The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into income disparities and variations across racial categories, aiding in data analysis and decision-making..

Key observations

• White: In New Germany, the median household income for the households where the householder is White increased by $21,092(31.17%), between 2013 and 2023. The median household income, in 2023 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $67,658 in 2013 and $88,750 in 2023.
• Black or African American: Even though there is a population where the householder is Black or African American, there was no median household income reported by the U.S. Census Bureau for both 2013 and 2023.
• Refer to the research insights for more key observations on American Indian and Alaska Native, Asian, Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander, Some other race and Two or more races (multiracial) households

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Racial categories include:

• White
• Black or African American
• American Indian and Alaska Native
• Asian
• Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
• Some other race
• Two or more races (multiracial)

Variables / Data Columns

• Race of the head of household: This column presents the self-identified race of the household head, encompassing all relevant racial categories (excluding ethnicity) applicable in New Germany.
• 2010: 2010 median household income
• 2011: 2011 median household income
• 2012: 2012 median household income
• 2013: 2013 median household income
• 2014: 2014 median household income
• 2015: 2015 median household income
• 2016: 2016 median household income
• 2017: 2017 median household income
• 2018: 2018 median household income
• 2019: 2019 median household income
• 2020: 2020 median household income
• 2021: 2021 median household income
• 2022: 2022 median household income
• 2023: 2023 median household income
• Please note: All incomes have been adjusted for inflation and are presented in 2023-inflation-adjusted dollars.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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