Housing benefit (Wohngeld) in Wanzleben-Börde

Wanzleben-Börde (Landkreis Börde, Sachsen-Anhalt) · 13,641 inhabitants · Rent level (Mietenstufe) II

Rent level II in Wanzleben-Börde

The rent level (Mietenstufe) sets how much of your rent counts towards housing benefit. Wanzleben-Börde has been in level II since 2023 (own entry “Wanzleben-Börde, Stadt”). Under the draft law, level I 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 Wanzleben-Börde

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 Wanzleben-Börde

1. Check whether you qualify with our housing benefit calculator.
2. Fill in the form: the official Wohngeld application form for Sachsen-Anhalt – 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 Stadtverwaltung Wanzleben-Börde or Kreisverwaltung Landkreis Börde – please check with your local council – in person, by post or online. Housing benefit is paid from the month you apply.

Frequently asked questions about housing benefit in Wanzleben-Börde

Which housing benefit office is responsible for Wanzleben-Börde?

Usually: Stadtverwaltung Wanzleben-Börde or Kreisverwaltung Landkreis Börde – please check with your local council. 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 Wanzleben-Börde?

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

How much rent counts towards housing benefit in Wanzleben-Börde?

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 Wanzleben-Börde?

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.

Other municipalities: Landkreis Börde

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• Wolmirstedt
• Barleben
• Sülzetal
• Niedere Börde
• Eilsleben
• Colbitz
• Hötensleben
• Gröningen

All municipalities: Landkreis Börde · Wohngeld offices in Sachsen-Anhalt

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.