🧮 401k Calculator

This tool helps you calculate your 401(k) retirement savings growth over time.
📅 Input Fields
1. Current Age
- Enter your current age in years.
- Example:
30
2. Retirement Age
- Enter the age you plan to retire.
- Example:
65
3. Current 401(k) Balance
- Enter your current 401(k) account balance.
- Example:
$10,000
4. Annual Contribution
- Enter your annual contribution to your 401(k).
- Example:
$6,000
5. Employer Match
- Enter your employer's matching contribution percentage.
- Example:
50%
6. Annual Return Rate
- Enter the expected annual return rate.
- Example:
7%
🔵 Action
▶️ Calculate Button
- Click the "Calculate" button after entering all the required information.
- The system will instantly display the result.
📊 Output Information
You will receive the projected 401(k) balance at retirement, including:
| Metric | Example Output |
|---|---|
| Final Balance | $1,234,567 |
| Total Contributions | $210,000 |
| Employer Match | $105,000 |
| Investment Returns | $919,567 |
Also shown:
- 📆 A chart showing the growth of your 401(k) over time
- 💡 Breakdown of contributions vs. investment returns
📝 Example Use Case
If you are 30 years old with $10,000 in your 401(k), planning to retire at 65, contributing $6,000 annually with a 50% employer match and expecting 7% annual returns:
- Result: $1,234,567 at retirement
✅ Tips
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This calculator is helpful for:
- Retirement planning
- Understanding the power of compound interest
- Evaluating different contribution scenarios
- Assessing the impact of employer matches