A study from the IFO Institute in Munich and the University of Oslo found that women's wages in Germany drop by an average of 20% after marriage, while men's earnings remain unchanged. This decline is attributed mostly to reduced working hours or leaving the workforce altogether due to increased familial responsibilities. Despite the notion that childbirth might affect earnings, the research showed a consistent decrease in women's income after marriage, regardless of whether they have children. Interestingly, cohabitation did not have the same financial repercussions as marriage.
The study reveals that women's wages in Germany drop 20% on average after marriage, while men's earnings remain stable, illustrating a significant income disparity post-marriage.
Elena Herold states, 'Our research shows that the income differences between men and women increase in marriage, regardless of the birth of children.' This highlights a systemic issue.
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