Which German sectors and cities offer the best Christmas bonuses?

Not all holiday perks are created equal. Discover where in Germany your job might come with a Christmas bonus—and where it likely won’t.

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2025 November 22 . 8:42 PM

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Which German sectors and cities offer the best Christmas bonuses?

Nearly half of all employees in Germany receive a Christmas bonus each year. Yet only a small share of job listings actually advertise them. New data reveals which sectors, regions and cities offer the most—and least—generous festive rewards.

The childcare sector leads the way, with 36.76% of job ads including Christmas bonuses. At the other end, sports (2.39%), arts and culture (3.84%), and medicine (4.96%) rarely mention them. Software developers and marketers also see few offers, with just over 5% of listings promising extra pay.

The data shows clear gaps in bonus availability across sectors and locations. While some employees benefit from extra festive pay, many job ads still omit such offers. Employers in childcare, energy, and certain regions remain the most likely to provide this seasonal reward.