In Tilburg, the income limit at assistance level varies significantly depending on the family composition, in accordance with the Participation Act. For a single person, this amounts to €1,140.71 gross per month in 2024, while a couple without children receives €1,711.07. With children? Then an allowance of €308.34 applies for the first child and €218.94 for each subsequent child. These amounts are indexed annually based on the price index, as determined by the central government.
The municipality of Tilburg takes the total household income into account, including that of a partner. Exceptions apply to income from alimony or student financing, which are partially disregarded. Tilburg verifies this via the Basic Register of Income and Assets, supplemented by local verification by the Werkplein Hart van Brabant. If exceeded, a reduction percentage applies: 100% of the excess up to 150% of the norm, thereafter 50%.
Important in Tilburg: rent allowance and healthcare allowance are counted as fictitious income, which effectively lowers the limit. For single parents with young children, the municipality sometimes offers a milder individual assessment, especially in neighborhoods such as Oud-Zuid or Het Zand. Tilburg's extraordinary assistance can provide additional support for high housing costs. Consult the SVB calculation tool or the Tilburg Work and Income Desk for a personal simulation. Incorrect declaration leads to recovery and fines up to €5,280. Ensure full transparency when applying to the municipality of Tilburg.