Housing benefit (Wohngeld) in Wald-Michelbach

Wald-Michelbach (Landkreis Bergstraße, Hessen) · 10,445 inhabitants · Rent level (Mietenstufe) I

Rent level I in Wald-Michelbach

The rent level (Mietenstufe) sets how much of your rent counts towards housing benefit. Wald-Michelbach has been in level I since 2023 (own entry “Wald-Michelbach”). Under the draft law, level II is due to apply from 1 January 2027.

Maximum amounts and income limits 2026

* 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 Wald-Michelbach

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 Wald-Michelbach

1. Check whether you qualify with our housing benefit calculator.
2. Fill in the form: the official Wohngeld application form for Hessen – or let our assistant fill it in for you.
3. Gather your documents: rent certificate (Mietbescheinigung), income for the last twelve months, bank details – see documents.
4. Submit it to Kreisverwaltung Landkreis Bergstraße – in person, by post or online. Housing benefit is paid from the month you apply.

Frequently asked questions about housing benefit in Wald-Michelbach

Which housing benefit office is responsible for Wald-Michelbach?

Usually: Kreisverwaltung Landkreis Bergstraße. 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 Wald-Michelbach?

For housing benefit, Wald-Michelbach is in rent level I. Under the draft reform law, rent level II is due to apply from 1 January 2027 (not yet passed).

How much rent counts towards housing benefit in Wald-Michelbach?

For a single-person household, up to €361.00 a month, plus a climate component of €19.20 and heating cost relief of €110.40. For a household of four, up to €608.00 plus the supplements.

Up to what income can you get housing benefit in Wald-Michelbach?

As a guide for 2026: up to about €1,443 total income a month if you live alone, and up to about €3,324 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.

Other municipalities: Landkreis Bergstraße

• Bensheim
• Viernheim
• Lampertheim
• Heppenheim
• Bürstadt
• Lorsch
• Fürth
• Mörlenbach
• Birkenau
• Biblis
• Rimbach
• Zwingenberg

All municipalities: Landkreis Bergstraße · Wohngeld offices in Hessen

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.