Pension Calculator
Calculate your expected statutory pension. With earning points, pension factor and access factor. Current pension values, taxation rate and 2026 contribution.
from 01.07.2026: 42.52 EUR (West = East)
Monthly Pension (gross)
€1,473.43
Monthly Pension (net, est.)
€1,251.96
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Deductions (estimated)
Simplified calculation. Actual deductions depend on individual factors.
Note: These calculations are for informational purposes only and do not replace professional tax or financial advice. All information without guarantee.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the statutory pension calculated?
Your monthly pension equals your pension points (Entgeltpunkte) times the current pension value (currently 42.52 euros, nationwide). You earn one pension point per year of average earnings.
When can I retire?
The regular retirement age is gradually increasing to 67. With 45 years of contributions, you can retire at 63-65 without deductions. Early retirement is possible with deductions of 0.3% per month.
Which pension value is used in the calculator?
The current pension value of €42.52 per pension point is used (since 1 July 2026, harmonised West/East Germany). Average earnings for 2026: €51,944/year. Source: Deutsche Rentenversicherung.
Guide
Quick Answer
The pension calculator estimates your expected statutory pension based on your current and future earnings points.
What is the Pension Calculator?
The pension calculator estimates your expected statutory pension based on your current and future earnings points.
How does the Pension Calculator work?
Enter your current gross income and insurance duration. The calculator determines the annual earnings points (income / average earnings) and projects them to retirement age. Monthly pension = earnings points * access factor * pension type factor * current pension value.
Key Data and Facts
Current pension value (from 01 Jul 2026): 42.52 euros (West and East equalised). Standard retirement age: gradual increase to 67. Average earnings 2026: 51,944 euros.
Step-by-Step Guide
How to calculate your statutory pension step by step: 1. Calculate the earnings points per year: your annual gross income divided by the average wage (2026: 51,944 EUR). On an average income you earn exactly 1.0 earnings points per year. 2. Add up all earnings points: total the earnings points from your entire working life. Child-raising periods (approx. 1 earnings point per child), care periods and education periods are taken into account. 3. Determine the access factor: for a pension at the standard retirement age: 1.0. For an early pension start: a reduction of 0.3 % per month (max. 14.4 %). For a later pension start: a bonus of 0.5 % per month. 4. Apply the pension formula: monthly pension = earnings points x access factor x pension type factor (1.0 for old-age pension) x current pension value (42.52 EUR). Example: an employee with 45 contribution years and an average gross income of 40,000 EUR/year. Earnings points per year: 40,000 / 51,944 = 0.882 earnings points. Total earnings points: 0.882 x 45 = 39.69. Monthly pension: 39.69 x 1.0 x 1.0 x 42.52 = 1,687.62 EUR gross. Health and long-term care insurance contributions (approx. 11 %) are deducted from this: net pension approx. 1,502 EUR. With a pension two years earlier (24 months x 0.3 % = 7.2 % reduction): 1,687.62 x 0.928 = 1,566.11 EUR gross.
Calculation Example
45 contribution years, average salary 40,000 EUR. Earnings points: 39.69. Monthly pension: 39.69 x 42.52 EUR = 1,688 EUR gross (approx. 1,502 EUR net). With 2 years of early retirement (7.2% deduction): 1,566 EUR gross.
Sources · E-E-A-T
Official sources
Calculations are based on applicable German laws and official data:
- Bundesministerium für Arbeit und Soziales (BMAS)
- Deutsche Rentenversicherung
- Sozialgesetzbuch (SGB) — gesetze-im-internet.de
Full methodology at Methodology.
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