Salaries in the Wesermarsch: Men earn more every year!

Salaries in the Wesermarsch: Men earn more every year!

Salary development in the Wesermarsch remains an exciting topic that not only influences the economy, but also social structures. The current average gross salary in the region is 4,232 euros, which represents a significant increase compared to 2020, when the average salary was 3,658 euros. However, there is not that much money for everyone: While men earn an average of 4,445 euros, women only have to make do with 3,647 euros, as NWZonline reports.

But what about the qualifications? Academically trained people in the Wesermarsch earn an average of 6,290 euros, while those without a professional qualification have to make do with around 3,027 euros. Even among the 72 people without a professional qualification, there are striking top earnings: 3,750 men and just 425 women earn 6,000 euros or more. This shows that the gender pay gap is serious here.

Poverty and income distribution

A look at the risk of poverty in Germany is also alarming. Anyone who has a net income of less than 1,378 euros is considered to be at risk of poverty. According to current statistics, this is around 15.5% of the German population, i.e. around 13.1 million people. This makes it clear that despite the increase in average salaries, not everyone in the Wesermarsch is benefiting from this trend.

A comparison with nationwide figures shows that the average salary in Germany for 2024 is around 50,250 euros gross per year. The median income is 43,750 euros gross per year, which is even higher than in the Wesermarsch, where the median is well below this level. If you are interested in detailed salary comparisons, you will find a lot of information, for example about the salary calculator from the German Economic Institute or the Federal Statistical Office, according to Statistik Arbeitsagentur.

The gap between the sexes

The gender pay gap is not only reflected in the figures for the Wesermarsch, but the trend can also be observed throughout Germany. In 2024, the adjusted gender pay gap will be 5.5%, while unadjusted women will earn 12.4% less than men. Men receive an average of 45,750 euros, while women only receive 40,000 euros, which also increases the economic pressure on women, as Finanz.de notes.

The data is therefore not just numbers on a piece of paper, but rather reflects life and reality. The challenges regarding income equality and social participation are obvious. The Wesermarsch is faced with the task of facing these challenges and actively ensuring a fairer distribution of income so that future generations do not have to overcome the same hurdles.