Housing benefit (Wohngeld) in Titisee-Neustadt
Titisee-Neustadt (Landkreis Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald, Baden-Württemberg) · 12,873 inhabitants · Rent level (Mietenstufe) II
Responsible office
Usually: Landratsamt Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald
Link: service-bw: Wohngeld. General rule under state law – what counts is the information from your local council.
The online application is offered by service-bw (with BundID), provided your housing benefit office takes part.
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Rent level II in Titisee-Neustadt
The rent level (Mietenstufe) sets how much of your rent counts towards housing benefit. Titisee-Neustadt has been in level II since 2023 (own entry “Titisee-Neustadt, Stadt”). Under the draft law, level III is due to apply from 1 January 2027.
Maximum amounts and income limits 2026
| Household | Maximum rent | + climate | + heating | Income limit* | approx. gross pay** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | €408.00 | €19.20 | €110.40 | €1,477 | €2,212 |
| 2 people | €493.00 | €24.80 | €142.60 | €1,997 | €2,955 |
| 3 people | €587.00 | €29.60 | €170.20 | €2,504 | €3,679 |
| 4 people | €686.00 | €34.40 | €197.80 | €3,391 | €4,946 |
| 5 people | €782.00 | €39.20 | €225.40 | €3,895 | €5,666 |
* 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 Titisee-Neustadt
| Household | Maximum amount 2026 | from 2027 (draft) | Limit 2026 | from 2027 (draft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | €408.00 | €456.00 | €1,477 | €1,361 |
| 2 people | €493.00 | €551.00 | €1,997 | €1,827 |
| 3 people | €587.00 | €657.00 | €2,504 | €2,286 |
| 4 people | €686.00 | €766.00 | €3,391 | €3,072 |
| 5 people | €782.00 | €875.00 | €3,895 | €3,502 |
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 Titisee-Neustadt
- Check whether you qualify with our housing benefit calculator.
- Fill in the form: the official Wohngeld application form for Baden-Württemberg – 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 Landratsamt Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald – in person, by post or online. Housing benefit is paid from the month you apply.
Frequently asked questions about housing benefit in Titisee-Neustadt
Which housing benefit office is responsible for Titisee-Neustadt?
Usually: Landratsamt Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald. 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 Titisee-Neustadt?
For housing benefit, Titisee-Neustadt is in rent level II. Under the draft reform law, rent level III is due to apply from 1 January 2027 (not yet passed).
How much rent counts towards housing benefit in Titisee-Neustadt?
For a single-person household, up to €408.00 a month, plus a climate component of €19.20 and heating cost relief of €110.40. For a household of four, up to €686.00 plus the supplements.
Up to what income can you get housing benefit in Titisee-Neustadt?
As a guide for 2026: up to about €1,477 total income a month if you live alone, and up to about €3,391 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.