In the “distribution monitor” of the Hans Böckler Foundation, which is close to the union, Berlin does not fare particularly well, and in terms of purchasing power it even lags behind a major city in Baden-Württemberg.
According to the study, every Berliner has only 21,327 euros a year at their disposal. Due to high rents and the like, only a price-adjusted purchasing power of 20,795 euros remains.
Half as much as leader Heilbronn (40,893 euros). Reason according to the study: That’s where Lidl boss Dieter Schwarz (82), his companies and foundations are located.
► The “distribution monitor” of the Hans Böckler Foundation, which is close to the union, also showed that the residents of the capital earn 2,379 euros below the national average. Every resident of the capital has only 21,327 euros at their disposal each year. That is 4.9 percent more than three years ago. But 2379 euros less than the national average. Brandenburg income, on the other hand, is higher.
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The special thing about the “monitor”: It does not show the gross household income as usual, but the net income that is actually available after deductions such as taxes, plus state benefits such as child benefit. From babies to pensioners, in every county, in every city.
Director of Studies Dr. Eric Seils (52): “The average income in Berlin is also so low because the many commuters take their money with them into the surrounding area.”
►The bottom of the region is Frankfurt (Oder) with only 19,118 euros. The seventh worst income nationwide.
