What is Ausbildung salary?
During an Ausbildung in Germany, you receive a monthly training allowance from your employer. This is often called Ausbildungsvergütung. In most professions, the amount increases with each training year.
What affects your Ausbildung salary?
- The profession and industry
- Company size and collective agreements (Tarifvertrag)
- Your federal state (region)
- Public vs private employer
- Your training year (1st, 2nd, 3rd year)
Typical monthly gross salary ranges
Lower range
€700 - €900
Some hospitality, retail, or service apprenticeships
Mid range
€900 - €1,150
Many office, logistics, and healthcare-related positions
Higher range
€1,150 - €1,350+
Industry, technical, and some engineering pathways
These are broad orientation values. Always check your contract for the exact amount.
Salary growth by training year
| Training year | Typical gross range |
|---|---|
| 1st year | €700 - €1,050 |
| 2nd year | €800 - €1,150 |
| 3rd year | €900 - €1,300+ |
Gross salary vs net salary
The amount in your contract is usually gross salary. Your net salary (what arrives in your bank account) can be lower because of social contributions and, in some cases, taxes.
- Gross salary: before deductions
- Net salary: after deductions
- Net value depends on tax class, insurance, and location
Simple monthly budget example
Use this interactive example to estimate your remaining amount after basic expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Most company-based apprenticeships are paid. School-based programs can have different payment rules.