Calculate your retirement savings with employer match. See how your 401k will grow over time and maximize
your contributions.
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401(k) Calculator
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What is a 401(k)
Calculator?
A 401(k) calculator is a
retirement planning tool that projects how much your savings will grow over time. It factors in your
salary, personal contributions, employer match, and compound interest to estimate your total nest egg at
retirement age.
How to Use This Calculator
This 401(k) calculator helps you estimate your retirement savings with employer matching contributions.
Understanding Employer Match
Most employers match a percentage of your contribution, up to a limit. For example:
50% match up to 6% means if you contribute 6% of salary, employer adds 3%
100% match up to 4% means if you contribute 4%, employer matches all 4%
2026 401(k) Contribution Limits
Under 50: $23,000 per year
50 and over: $30,500 per year (includes catch-up)
Total (employee + employer): $69,000
The 4% Rule
The monthly income shown uses the 4% safe withdrawal rate, meaning you can withdraw 4% of your portfolio
annually with a low risk of running out of money over 30 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much should I contribute to my 401(k)?
At minimum, contribute enough to get your full employer matchโthat's free money. Financial experts
recommend saving 15-20% of your income for retirement, including employer contributions.
What is a 401(k) employer match?
An employer match is when your company contributes money to your 401(k) based on how much you contribute.
For example, a 50% match means your employer adds 50 cents for every dollar you put in, up to a certain
percentage of your salary.
Should I choose Traditional or Roth 401(k)?
Traditional 401(k) contributions are pre-tax (saving you taxes now), while Roth contributions are
after-tax (tax-free withdrawals in retirement). Choose Roth if you expect higher taxes in retirement;
choose Traditional if you're in a high tax bracket now.
What happens to my 401(k) if I leave my job?
You have several options: leave it with your former employer, roll it over to your new employer's plan,
roll it into an IRA, or cash it out (not recommended due to taxes and penalties).