Wohngeld for Families in Dortmund
Families with children can receive Wohngeld – with a double benefit: every household member increases the possible Wohngeld. What applies to families, single parents and the child supplement, you can read here.
Yes. The same requirements apply to families as to all households – with one advantage: the more people live in the household, the higher the possible Wohngeld. Combining Wohngeld with the child supplement (Kinderzuschlag) is also possible.
How your family counts
All people living together in the home form the household – parents and children count together. Household size is a central factor in the Wohngeld calculation.
Child benefit, maintenance & co.
Child benefit and maintenance payments for children are included in the income calculation. What ultimately matters is the household's total income in relation to the rent.
Combining Wohngeld and Kinderzuschlag
The child supplement does not exclude Wohngeld: families can receive both benefits at the same time. Especially for working parents with a small income, this combination is often the key to more support.
Single parents
The same rules apply to single parents as to other households: you and your children form the household, child benefit and maintenance count as income. With the right rent and income, Wohngeld is possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does every child increase the Wohngeld?
Children increase the household size – this raises the possible Wohngeld. At the same time, child benefit counts as income.
Can I receive Wohngeld and Kinderzuschlag at the same time?
Yes, this combination is explicitly possible and makes sense for many families.
More about the requirements
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