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401k Match Calculator vs 401(k) Contribution Calculator

Two calculators for the same neighbourhood of questions. Here is what each measures, what you feed in, and where you'd reach for one over the other.

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401k Match Calculator

Calculate the actual employer 401(k) match you receive after vesting, given your contribution rate and plan rules. Use this when comparing job offers or deciding how much to contribute.

Answers
Vested Employer Match ($)
Inputs
Employee Salary, Employee Contribution %, Employer Match %, Match Cap % of Salary, Vesting Percentage
Payroll

401(k) Contribution Calculator

Estimate your annual 401(k) contributions, employer matching dollars, and immediate tax savings based on your salary and plan details. Use this when enrolling in a plan or deciding how much to contribute.

Answers
Total Annual Benefit ($)
Inputs
Annual Salary, Contribution Percentage, Employer Match, Match Limit, Tax Bracket

At a glance

401k Match Calculator401(k) Contribution Calculator
CategoryHrPayroll
AnswersVested Employer MatchTotal Annual Benefit
Inputs55
Result unit$$

When to use each

Calculate the actual employer 401(k) match you receive after vesting, given your contribution rate and plan rules. Use this when comparing job offers or deciding how much to contribute.

Estimate your annual 401(k) contributions, employer matching dollars, and immediate tax savings based on your salary and plan details. Use this when enrolling in a plan or deciding how much to contribute.

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