Germany’s 2025 Salary Report Highlights Regional and Gender Pay Gaps

New data reveals significant disparities in earnings across professions, regions, and genders, with doctors leading as top earners.

The median annual salary for full-time employees in Germany is €45,800, while the average salary surpasses €50,000 for the first time.
Doctors earn the highest median salary at €98,750 annually, over double the median income of all workers.
Regional disparities persist: Hamburg offers the highest median salary (€52,000), while Mecklenburg-Vorpommern ranks lowest at €39,500.
The gender pay gap remains a significant issue, with women earning 12.4% less than men on average; this gap widens to 18% in leadership roles.
Educational background strongly influences earnings, with university graduates earning a median of €60,500—40% more than non-graduates.