According to the Parity Welfare Association, in 2025 the poverty rate reached 16.1%, leaving 13.3 million people listed as poor. “At the same time, the gap between regions and demographic groups is growing. While poverty is increasing overall, it is becoming particularly entrenched among older adults, women, and single parents,” Joachim Rock, the executive director of the association, said in a statement.
Poverty on the Rise in Germany
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