Minimum wage in Germany, 2026
The minimum wage in Germany is €13.90 an hour from 1 January 2026. Full time, that leaves about €1,716 a month after tax.
Minimum wage before and after tax
| Hours | Gross a month | Gross a year | Take-home a month |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 hours a week | €2,108 | €25,298 | €1,541 |
| 38 hours a week | €2,289 | €27,466 | €1,646 |
| 40 hours a week | €2,409 | €28,912 | €1,716 |
Single worker, 2026 tax rules. Calculate any salary.
How much of it you keep
On the full-time minimum wage, about €8,314 a year (28.8%) goes to income tax and social security, so each hour worked leaves about €9.90 after tax.
Earning more than the minimum wage
| Pay | Gross a year | Take-home a year | Take-home a month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum wage | €28,912 | €20,598 | €1,716 |
| 1.25× the minimum wage | €36,140 | €24,733 | €2,061 |
| 1.5× the minimum wage | €43,368 | €28,752 | €2,396 |
| 2× the minimum wage | €57,824 | €36,443 | €3,037 |
| 3× the minimum wage | €86,736 | €51,570 | €4,298 |
Full time, 40 hours a week, single, 2026 rules. As pay rises, a larger share goes in tax: at twice the minimum wage you keep 63.0% of gross pay, against 71.2% at the minimum wage.
The minimum wage and average pay
A full-time minimum wage is about 45% of the average salary in Germany, which was €64,441 in 2025. After tax, the average salary leaves about €3,318 a month. Average salary after tax.
What changes next
From 1 January 2027 the minimum wage will be €14.60 an hour: already set by ordinance.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Germany in 2026?
€13.90 an hour from 1 January 2026. Full time that is €2,409 a month for 40 hours a week.
How much is the minimum wage after tax in Germany?
About €1,716 a month (€20,598 a year) for a single full-time worker on 40 hours a week, using the 2026 tax rules.
How much tax do you pay on the minimum wage in Germany?
On the full-time minimum wage about €8,314 a year goes to income tax and social security, 28.8% of gross pay, using the 2026 rules for a single worker.
Will the minimum wage go up in 2027?
Yes: €14.60 an hour from 1 January 2027, already set by ordinance.
Sources: BGBl. 2025 I Nr. 268: fifth minimum wage adjustment ordinance. Average pay: average salary in Germany.