Calculation of Income Limit at Assistance Level for Families

In Amsterdam, the income limit at assistance level varies significantly depending on the family composition, with extra attention to the high cost of living in the city. For a single person, this amounts to €1,140.71 gross per month in 2024, but for a married couple without children, it rises to €1,711.07. Do you have children? Then a supplement per child applies: €308.34 for the first child and €218.94 for each subsequent child. These amounts are indexed annually based on the price index and adjusted by the Municipality of Amsterdam based on regional developments. In the calculation by Amsterdam's Work and Income, the total household income is taken into account, including that of a partner. Exceptions exist for income from alimony or student financing, which are partly disregarded. The municipality checks this via the Basic Register of Income and Assets, supplemented with local data from the Amsterdam City Archive. Exceedance leads to a reduction percentage: 100% of the excess is deducted up to 150% of the norm, thereafter 50%. Important in Amsterdam: rent allowance and healthcare allowance are counted as fictitious income, which effectively lowers the limit due to the high rents in neighborhoods such as the Jordaan or Oost. For single parents with young children, the municipality sometimes offers a milder regulation via the Young Family Package, with extra support for childcare. Always consult the SVB calculation tool or the online simulator of the Municipality of Amsterdam for a personal calculation. Incorrect declaration can lead to recovery and fines up to €5,280. Ensure full transparency when applying at one of the neighborhood counters.