Citizen's Allowance Calculator
Calculate your entitlement to citizen's allowance 2025. With standard rate, additional needs and housing costs.
Note: These calculations are for informational purposes only and do not replace professional tax or financial advice. All information without guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Buergergeld (citizen's benefit)?
The standard rates for 2025 are 563 euros for single adults, 506 euros for couples per person, and 357-471 euros for children depending on age. Housing and heating costs are covered separately if appropriate.
Who is entitled to Buergergeld?
Buergergeld is available to employable persons aged 15-67 who cannot cover their living costs from income or assets. A waiting period of 6 months from the previous unemployment benefit claim applies.
What is the Citizen's Allowance Calculator?
The citizens' benefit calculator determines your entitlement to Buergergeld (formerly Hartz IV). It computes the standard needs, additional needs and housing costs minus countable income.
How does the Citizen's Allowance Calculator work?
Enter the household composition and income situation. The calculator adds the standard rates for all persons and any additional needs, adds reasonable housing costs and deducts countable income (with allowances).
Key Data and Facts
Standard rates 2025: Level 1 (single): 563 euros. Level 2 (partner): 506 euros. Children 0-5: 318 euros, 6-13: 348 euros, 14-17: 390 euros. Employment income allowance: 100 euros basic deduction.
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