Housing benefit (Wohngeld) in Bad Homburg v. d. Höhe
Bad Homburg v. d. Höhe (Hochtaunuskreis, Hessen) · 56,938 inhabitants · Rent level (Mietenstufe) VII
Responsible office
Usually: Magistrat der Stadt Bad Homburg v. d. Höhe (Wohngeldstelle)
Link: Verwaltungsportal Hessen. General rule under state law – what counts is the information from your local council.
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Rent level VII in Bad Homburg v. d. Höhe
The rent level (Mietenstufe) sets how much of your rent counts towards housing benefit. Bad Homburg v. d. Höhe has been in level VII since 2023 (own entry “Bad Homburg v.d. Höhe, Stadt”). Under the draft law, it stays at level VII from 2027.
Maximum amounts and income limits 2026
| Household | Maximum rent | + climate | + heating | Income limit* | approx. gross pay** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | €677.00 | €19.20 | €110.40 | €1,619 | €2,415 |
| 2 people | €820.00 | €24.80 | €142.60 | €2,181 | €3,218 |
| 3 people | €975.00 | €29.60 | €170.20 | €2,717 | €3,983 |
| 4 people | €1,139.00 | €34.40 | €197.80 | €3,671 | €5,346 |
| 5 people | €1,302.00 | €39.20 | €225.40 | €4,200 | €6,102 |
* Monthly total income (after standard deductions) up to which housing benefit is still payable, if your rent reaches the maximum amount including supplements. ** Rough conversion for employee households with the full 30% deduction. Guide values only, not a promise.
From 2027: what is set to change in Bad Homburg v. d. Höhe
| Household | Maximum amount 2026 | from 2027 (draft) | Limit 2026 | from 2027 (draft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | €677.00 | €677.00 | €1,619 | €1,491 |
| 2 people | €820.00 | €820.00 | €2,181 | €1,999 |
| 3 people | €975.00 | €975.00 | €2,717 | €2,487 |
| 4 people | €1,139.00 | €1,139.00 | €3,671 | €3,340 |
| 5 people | €1,302.00 | €1,302.00 | €4,200 | €3,798 |
The Federal Government’s draft law (BT-Drs. 21/8284), not yet passed: new rent levels, heating cost relief cut by half and a revised formula. All about Wohngeld 2027 (in German)
How to apply for housing benefit in Bad Homburg v. d. Höhe
- Check whether you qualify with our housing benefit calculator.
- Fill in the form: the official Wohngeld application form for Hessen – or let our assistant fill it in for you.
- Gather your documents: rent certificate (Mietbescheinigung), income for the last twelve months, bank details – see documents.
- Submit it to Magistrat der Stadt Bad Homburg v. d. Höhe (Wohngeldstelle) – in person, by post or online. Housing benefit is paid from the month you apply.
Frequently asked questions about housing benefit in Bad Homburg v. d. Höhe
Which housing benefit office is responsible for Bad Homburg v. d. Höhe?
Usually: Magistrat der Stadt Bad Homburg v. d. Höhe (Wohngeldstelle). The state’s online services portal lists the address and opening hours; what counts is the information from your local council.
What is the rent level in Bad Homburg v. d. Höhe?
For housing benefit, Bad Homburg v. d. Höhe is in rent level VII. Under the draft reform law, rent level VII is due to apply from 1 January 2027 (not yet passed).
How much rent counts towards housing benefit in Bad Homburg v. d. Höhe?
For a single-person household, up to €677.00 a month, plus a climate component of €19.20 and heating cost relief of €110.40. For a household of four, up to €1,139.00 plus the supplements.
Up to what income can you get housing benefit in Bad Homburg v. d. Höhe?
As a guide for 2026: up to about €1,619 total income a month if you live alone, and up to about €3,671 for a household of four – provided your rent reaches the maximum amount. Total income (Gesamteinkommen) is your income after the standard deductions, not your gross pay.
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Einfach Wohngeld is not a public authority; the housing benefit office makes the decision. Figures: §§ 12, 19 WoGG with annexes, WoGV (law as of 2025, in force); from 2027, BT-Drs. 21/8284 (draft). Rent level: Anlage zu § 1 Abs. 3 WoGV. Municipality directory © Destatis, Datenlizenz Deutschland – Namensnennung 2.0. Which office is responsible: general rule under state law, given without guarantee.