Datapulse.de compared the average state pension with the actual annual expenditures of people aged 60 and over in a Europe-wide analysis.

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The key findings for Portugal:

  • Average State Pension: €11,500 per year.
  • Typical Annual Expenses: €13,800.
  • This leads to a calculated deficit of 17% (before taxes).

Compared to other European countries, Portugal falls within the majority of countries where pensions do not fully cover typical living costs. In most nations, retirees face a shortfall of over 30%, and only in four countries do state pensions exceed everyday expenses.