Bürgergeld Calculator 2026
Calculate German citizen's allowance 2026 (former Hartz IV): Basic need 563 EUR for single adult plus housing costs (KdU). Calculation for family units with children.
Family Core
Cost of accommodation
Summary of Citizen's Allowance
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Family Nuclear Size
Indicate the total number of people in the household (household group). Includes all roommates who share expenses.
Number of children by age group
Specify children by age range: 0-5 years (318 EUR), 6-13 years (348 EUR), 14-17 years (390 EUR). Age ranges determine the Regelbedarf.
Cost of housing
Insert the gross rent (net rental income) and heating costs. The Jobcentre only covers 'adequate' (suitable) costs.
Total Citizen's Allowance
Citizen's Allowance and the sum of Basic Need and Housing Costs. If you have earned income, a portion is deducted with an advance allowance.
Suggerimenti
- The Citizen's Allowance has replaced Hartz IV since January 1st, 2023 with higher amounts and fewer sanctions.
- Protected inheritance and €15,000 per person in the first 12 months, then €40,000 for the applicant plus €15,000 for each cohabitant.
- Sanctions are limited to 30% of the required amount from 2023, less severe than before.
- Who follows an approved training course or apprenticeship can receive an additional bonus (Continuing Education Bonus) of €75 per month.
Domande frequenti
How much is the annual allowance for 2026 per single person?
For an adult single, the Regelbedarf is 563 EUR/mo in 2026. Couples receive 506 EUR each. Child allowances range from 318 EUR (0-5 years) to 390 EUR (14-17 years).
How do KDU (Cost of Accommodation) work?
The job center reimburses actual rent and heating costs up to an "adequate" limit (suitable) that varies by municipality. The amount is not fixed nationally: each job center has local tables.
Who can claim the Burgergeld?
Residents in Germany between 15 and 65 years old who are unemployed or have an insufficient income. EU citizens have the right from the first day of registered residence with a Job Seeker's Status.
How much can you earn working and maintaining a Burgergeld?
There is a Freibetrag on income from work: the first 100 EUR are exempt; between 100-520 EUR, 20% is deducted; between 520-1000 EUR, 30% is deducted; between 1000-1200 EUR, 10% (for parents with children) is deducted. The rest is subtracted euro for euro.