This is how much employees should earn in order to be secure as pensioners. As of: February 1, 2024, 2:56 p.m By: Fabian Hartmann CommentsPressSplit For many pensioners in Germany, their pension payments are barely enough to cover their living expenses.

But how high does the salary have to be? For guidance, the pension insurance company sends employees an up-to-date status every year. It lists the pension you can expect, provided you continue to work and pay into the pension fund.