> We're both wrong, it's 38.646,02€ Assuming you don't pay Kirchensteuer, it's almost €40,000. > you're already entitled for social benefits (Wohngeld) No, y

> We're both wrong, it's 38.646,02€ Assuming you don't pay Kirchensteuer, it's almost €40,000. > you're already entitled for social benefits (Wohngeld) No, you're slightly above the threshold but in any case this doesn't say much. If you're talking about families, I'd also assume that your partner earns a little extra. Anyway, the median gross income in Germany is €54,000, so you seem to be implying that the majority of Germans are unable to live a decent life. Maybe you should talk more to people outside your social bubble?