Approximately 61% of women with at least 40 years of insurance receive monthly pensions below €1,446, compared to 28% of men. Even among those with 45 years of contributions, 52.4% of women and 23.6% of men fall below this threshold. The average pension for men in 2025 was €1,531, while women received only €1,025. The data also highlights a regional disparity, with pensions in Eastern Germany generally higher than in the West. The number of individuals relying on basic old-age security has increased by 45% since 2016, raising concerns about the sustainability of the pension system amid proposed reforms.