Poverty Rate in Germany Reaches New Record High

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Poverty in Germany rose to a new record level last year. According to the organization Der Paritätische, which is dedicated to combating poverty, 16.1 percent of the German population lived below the poverty line last year, or 13.3 million people. The organization calls it a ‘sad record’.

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Many people in Germany do not know how to pay their bills. Regionally, the differences are large.

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Poverty in Germany has reached its highest level in 2025. It is particularly hard for people living alone and single parents.

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Many people in Germany do not know how to pay the bills for electricity, heating or a new refrigerator. Regionally, the differences are large.