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Army Community Service – Personal Financial Management Services
Bldg. 5817A
Katterbach Kaserne Germany
+496-11-143-587-2121
314-587-2121
Contact information for key programs and services at this installation.
Resources are available to help you understand and manage your finances, including one-on-one financial counseling to assist you and your family with financial readiness. Services are designed to focus on money management issues throughout your active-duty lifecycle and into retirement. Financial readiness educational opportunities range from basic planning to long-term investing. Check out the information below to see what’s available at your installation.
The Financial Readiness Program is a proactive program intended to help soldiers and civilians avoid the many pitfalls of financial transactions. The FRP manager provides classes, workshops and one-on-one counseling on a wide range of financial topics.
Register for Personal Finances classes provided by ACS covering the following topics:
Ansbach offers a relatively affordable cost of living compared to larger German cities, but it’s still notably higher than many parts of the United States. While USAG Ansbach personnel receive Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) to offset these expenses, the amount may not fully cover all lifestyle choices, particularly for larger families or those residing in off-post housing. Groceries, transportation (especially car ownership), and leisure activities also contribute to a higher overall cost of living, requiring careful budgeting and financial planning for service members and their families stationed in the area to maintain a comparable standard of living to what you might experience stateside.
Grocery costs can range for a single person between €250 - €400 per month, for a couple between €400 - €600 per month, and a family of four between €600 - €1000+ per month. You can plan for recreational activities to range between €200 - €400 per month for a few restaurant meals, occasional museum visits, and participation in local clubs or activities. Travel expenses can cost around €50 - €200 per month if you are taking day trips to Nuremberg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, or other nearby towns. The Bavaria Ticket (Bayern Ticket) is a cost-effective option for regional travel, and if you are planning on international travel (within Europe) you can plan to pay approximately €200 - €1000+ per month depending on frequency and destination.