401k Calculator — Your Match, Growth & 2026 Limits

Salary, contribution %, employer match and years to retirement in — projected balance out, with the free-match wake-up call most people miss.

Quick answer: Free 401k growth calculator: contribution + employer match projected to retirement with compound growth — shows the 2026 IRS limit ($24,500, $32,500 age 50+) in context.

Projected balance
You contributed
Match (free money)
Growth

How to use

  1. Open this page on any device — no signup needed.
  2. Fill in the fields above.
  3. Get your result instantly — nothing is uploaded.

About this tool

A 401(k) compounds three ways: your contributions, your employer match (free money — up to 3–6% of salary at typical employers), and market growth. The 2026 IRS employee limit is $24,500 ($32,500 with the 50+ catch-up, $35,750 at 60–63). This projection uses annual compounding on your combined contribution until your retirement age — and shows exactly how much of the final number is match money you'd be crazy to leave.

FAQ

What is the 2026 401k limit?
Employee elective deferral $24,500; +$8,000 catch-up at 50+ (total $32,500); +$11,250 super catch-up at 60–63; combined employee+employer ceiling $70,000–$78,000 by age.
How much should I contribute?
At minimum: the full employer match (it's a 50–100% instant return). Target 15% of gross including match for a solid retirement.

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