Benefits & social support

Citizen's benefit calculator Germany

Entitlement estimate based on standard rate, rent and income. No notice, just guidance.

Updated on Apr 21, 2026 Calculator, calculation path and examples on one page

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Related guide: Citizenship allowance, housing allowance and child supplement – ​​understanding German welfare

Examples

Typical calculations

Two adults, one small child and an income of 1,600 euros.

Family with one child

Estimated claim: €937.00

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Two adults and three children.

Bigger household

Estimated claim: €1,541.00

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is the result binding?

No. The calculator only provides an estimate, not a legally binding result.

What accommodation costs does the calculator use?

Simplified guideline values ​​are used so that the logic remains comprehensible.

Why are assets not fully audited?

The asset check is complex and depends heavily on the individual case. In the initial version it is only marked openly, but not calculated.

How is income counted?

The calculator first deducts a simplified allowance from earned income and only takes into account the rest.

Why can my real decision differ?

Because community of needs, additional needs, heating costs and special regulations are examined more closely in the office.

Who is the calculator suitable for?

For an initial orientation as to whether a claim could be realistic.

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Sources and notes

Rule status and context

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BMAS
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checked on Apr 21, 2026, valid from Jan 1, 2026 to Dec 31, 2026
Note
Standard requirements for 2026 remain unchanged compared to 2025. Accommodation costs are deliberately only estimated in a simplified manner in the portal.