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Heilbronn Tops Real Income Ranking, Overtaking Starnberg

July 11, 2026Юрий Верхотуров1 мин

The Institute of the German Economy (IW) has released its latest ranking of real per capita income across German cities. The study highlights that while metropolises often have high living costs, Heilbronn has now surpassed Starnberg to claim the number one position.

Heilbronn's ascent to the top is attributed to a specific economic dynamic: a few households significantly boost the average purchasing power, pulling the overall per capita income higher. This indicates that while the general cost of living in metropolitan areas can be high, Heilbronn presents a unique scenario where concentrated wealth elevates the average real income.