Gehaltsreport 2026: 1,3 Millionen Gehaltsdaten im Vergleich: Gehören Sie zu den Besserverdienern in Deutschland?

The 2026 Salary Report, released by Stepstone, a job platform, has revealed that 1.3 million salary data points were analyzed to determine which industries or professions yield the highest earnings for Germans. According to the study by Randstad, a personal consultancy, money is the most frequently cited reason for seeking a job change in Germany. The report aims to foster transparency in salary information, which is a taboo topic in Germany.

Stepstone, a job platform, has published its annual Salary Report for the second year in a row, comparing salary data from 1.3 million sources. The report highlights the importance of discussing salary differences, as the topic is considered taboo in Germany. In contrast, the United Kingdom and France have more transparent salary reporting practices, with around 70% and 35% of companies disclosing average salaries in job advertisements, respectively.

The report provides valuable insights into Germany's salary landscape, helping employees understand how their earnings compare to those in similar industries or roles. It also assists job seekers in determining if a potential salary increase justifies a job change. The data reveals the branches and professions where Germans earn the most, shedding light on the economic disparities across various sectors in the country.