Monthly consumer spending per household in Germany 2022, by segment

In 2022, total private consumer spending per German household was around 2,850 euros. This sum was made up of various types of costs, of which the largest share was taken up by housing, energy, and home maintenance. Other large spending groups included food and transport.

To spend or not to spend

On average, the graph at hand is a representation of the life of German consumers, and the financial decisions which must be made in terms of spending. Individual consumer goods recorded varying levels of consumer expenditure over the years. For example, German consumers spent less on clothing and shoes after 2017. Food spending, on the other hand, increased annually in recent years. While shoppers may not necessarily be buying more food than usual, currently rising food prices are likely a contributing factor. Many are taking a second look at their spending plans and budgets.

Money worries

Living costs are taking the hit among the German population, some of whom have already faced previous financial challenges due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Not only more expensive grocery runs, but also climbing energy prices have the potential to stretch German household spending to a critical point, as monthly inflation figures reach upwards.