Economic data for the Kassel region
With Kassel economic region is one of the most important locations in Hesse and is characterized by dynamic development and a broadly diversified sector structure. On this subpage, we provide a compact overview of key economic data of the region - from labor market figures and retail trade indicators to the consumer price index.
Labor market in the Kassel region
Despite a tense situation on the skilled labor market, the economic region of Kassel is holding its own on the market. The data from the employment agency indicate a numerical growth in the number of employees subject to social security contributions particularly in the areas of healthcare, services and transportation.
Many of the employees in Kassel work in the regional key industries: energy, defense, mobility and the service sector.
The retail sector in Kassel also benefits from the solid purchasing power of the population, which is reflected in the key performance indicators.
| city of Kassel | county of Kassel | Germany | |
| No. of workers subject to social security contributions | 116.340 (03/2024) | 78.583 (03/2024) | 34.809.583 (03/2024) |
| Total services | 79,2 % | 58,3 % | 72,4 % |
| - Public administration, defense, social security, external organizations |
8,1 % |
5,4 % | 6,0 % |
| - Trade, hospitality, transportation | 20,8 % | 22,9 % | 21,8 % |
| - Real estate, scientific/technical/business service provider | 8,3 % | 3,3 % | 8,3 % |
| - Financial and insurance service providers | 2,4 % | 1,2 % | 2,8 % |
| - Information and communication | 3,1 % | 0,9 % | 3,9 % |
| Manufacturing industry | 20,8 % | 41,1 % | 26,9 % |
| Building trade | 3,5 % | 4,6 % | 5,7 % |
| Agriculture, forestry and fisheries | 0,0 % | 0,6 % | 0,7 % |
| Number of unemployed | 9.424 (09/2024) | 5.573 (09/2024) | 2.806.361 (09/2024) |
Source: Federal Employment Agency
Economic performance indicators
The economic performance indicators of the city of Kassel and the district of Kassel provide an insight into the economic performance.
Parameters, such as the centrality index or trade tax multipliers,are necessary in order to weigh up company relocations or to be able to assess rent increases, for example.
If you are interested in a particular index that is not listed, we can also research it for you.
| city of Kassel | county of Kassel | |
| Gross domestic product | 11.87 billion € (2022) | € 7.861 billion (2022) |
| Listed companies at IHK Kassel-Marburg | 12.812 (2024) | 14.734 (2024) |
| Listed companies at the Kassel Chamber of Crafts | 2.000 (2023) | 2.900 (2023) |
| Centrality index | 142,3 (2023) | 85,0 (2023) |
| Retail purchasing power index | 93,2 (2023) | 96,5 (2023) |
| Trade tax multiplier | 440 % (2024) | 380-475 % (2024) |
-> Consumer price index (nationwide)
Source: IHK Kassel-Marburg, Chamber of Crafts Kassel, Destatis
Education and care infrastructure
With Education and care infrastructure in the city and district of Kassel offers first-class conditions for families, students and professionals.
Kassel has a wide range of educational institutions - from daycare centers to general schools up to vocational training institutions and universities. Particularly noteworthy is the University of Kassel, which plays a key role in regional education with its innovative degree courses and practical research. There are also excellent childcare facilities, which make Kassel and the district particularly attractive for young families.
| city of Kassel | county of Kassel | |
| Number of schools (total) | 57 public, 5 private | 72 public, N/A private |
| Number of vocational schools | 8 | 2 |
| Number of pupils (total) | 37,857 (public & private) | 22,263 (public & private) |
| - Number of pupils (general education) | 24,425 (public & private) | 20,945 (public & private) |
| - Number of pupils (vocational) | 13,432 (public & private) | 1,318 (public & private) |
| Number of universities | 8 | N/A |
| Number of daycare centers | 157 | 154 |
Sources: District of Kassel, City of Kassel, State Education Authority for the District of Kassel
Regional real estate market reports
The real estate market in Kassel offers wide-ranging opportunities for potential buyers and investors - be it through attractive residential locations, solid demand or the constant development potential of the Kassel region.
If you take a long-term view of the market, you will find ideal conditions for long-term investments. For detailed insights and well-founded analyses, it is worth taking a look at the real estate market report of the city of Kassel and the real estate price index of the Kasseler Sparkasse - both provide valuable guidance for your decisions.
