Compare job offers by real quality of life — not just salary.
See how taxes, cost of living, and time spent actually affect your life in Germany.
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The hidden costs you need to know
Comparing salaries alone misses the complete picture of what your life will actually look like.
Time lost to commuting
A 1-hour commute each way adds 10 hours per week to your work commitment. That's 520 hours per year you could spend on what matters to you.
City rent pressure
Monthly rent in Munich averages €800-1000 more than Leipzig for comparable apartments. Over a year, that's €9,600-12,000 in reduced savings.
Effective hourly rate differences
When you account for actual hours worked plus commute time, a higher salary can result in a lower hourly rate—and less time for your life.
Same salary. Different reality.
Two €65,000 jobs in Germany — see how location and time actually change your life
Based on disposable income, time spent working and commuting, and local cost pressure.
Based on disposable income, time spent working and commuting, and local cost pressure.
Despite the same salary, Job B offers significantly more free time and disposable income.
€670 more per month, 9.5 fewer hours committed per week. Over a year: €8,040 and 494 hours.
Built for real life in Germany
All calculations use accurate German tax data and city-specific cost of living
German Tax Model
Income tax, solidarity surcharge, and all social contributions calculated accurately
City Living Costs
Real rent, utilities, and daily expenses for Munich, Berlin, Leipzig, and more
Commute Analysis
Travel time, transportation costs, and opportunity cost of commuting
Transparent Math
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About our calculations
All estimates are based on average costs and standard German tax rates for single individuals (Steuerklasse I) without children. Living costs are city averages compiled from publicly available data. Your personal situation may vary. All assumptions used in calculations are transparent and visible in the comparison tool.
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