economy
April 12, 2026
ARE THESE FIGURES REAL? Guest workers revealed how much they spend on food in Germany
Guest workers revealed how much they spend on food in Germany
TL;DR
- A Facebook post asking about monthly food expenses in Germany ignited a debate with over 1400 comments.
- Spending reported varied significantly, from €300 for a couple to over €1000 for individuals.
- Families of four reported monthly food costs ranging from €700 to €1200.
- Discussion highlighted differences in shopping habits, including buying on sale versus organic products.
- Some commenters suggested that buying discounted items at stores like Aldi and Lidl might mean purchasing products nearing their expiration date.