National minimum wage
Minimum wage in Germany
€13.90 per hour
Effective 2026-01-01 · Source: bmas.de
Confirmed vs BMAS. Also stated as EUR 2,891.20/month.
Earnings calculator
Adjust the wage or the hours you work to see gross weekly, monthly and annual pay.
- Hourly
- €13.90
- Daily
- €111
- Weekly
- €556
- Monthly
- €2,409
- Annual
- €28,912
Roughly $2,610 per month in USD (approximate, using ~2025 exchange rates).
Gross earnings before tax and deductions. Weekly/monthly/annual figures assume 40 paid hours every week of the year. Actual take-home depends on local taxes, benefits, and hours worked.
- Hourly
- €13.90
- Weekly (40h)
- €556
- Monthly
- €2,409
- Annual
- €28,912
Approximately $2,610 per month in USD at ~2025 exchange rates (indicative only).
Minimum wage in Germany: FAQ
- What is the minimum wage in Germany?
- The minimum wage in Germany is €13.90 per hour, effective 2026-01-01.
- How much is that per year at full time?
- At 40 hours a week for 52 weeks, the Germany minimum wage works out to about €28,912 in gross annual pay, before tax and deductions.
- Are there exceptions or upcoming changes?
- Confirmed vs BMAS. Also stated as EUR 2,891.20/month.