Salary guides · 2026
Germany Minimum Wage 2026
Germany’s statutory minimum wage is €13.90 gross per hour in 2026. The legal rule is hourly, so a monthly equivalent depends on contracted hours.
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Converting hourly pay to monthly gross
Multiply the hourly rate by weekly hours and by 52, then divide by 12. At 40 hours per week, the mathematical monthly equivalent is about €2,409 gross; actual monthly hours and schedules can differ.
The calculator compares your entered annual or monthly gross with weekly hours. It warns when the implied gross hourly rate is below the stored legal minimum.
Gross minimum is not net minimum
The law sets gross hourly pay. Net pay still depends on wage tax, insurance, tax class and personal circumstances.
Some internships, vocational arrangements or transition rules can have special treatment. Verify eligibility with the official source or professional advice.
Checking an offer
Confirm paid hours, unpaid breaks, overtime, working-time account and whether bonuses are counted lawfully. A monthly figure alone is insufficient without expected hours.
FAQ
What is Germany’s minimum wage in 2026?
The national statutory minimum stored for 2026 is €13.90 gross per hour.
Is there a fixed monthly minimum?
No single monthly figure applies to every schedule; it is derived from paid hours and the hourly minimum.