At SageSpring, we believe preparing for the future is one of the most important things you can do—especially when it comes to your finances. And one of the best ways to prepare for your future is by investing a portion of your income into retirement accounts such as 401ks and IRAs. But when it comes to investing, there’s a limit on how much you can put in each year. Those are called IRS contribution limits.
The 2023 IRS contribution limits for both 401k and IRA accounts have recently been announced. Knowing your 401k 2023 contribution limits and IRA contribution limits for 2023 will be a huge help to you as you plan out your fiscal year.
IRS Contribution Limits for 2023
Inflation has affected almost every part of our lives. From gas to groceries and even how far the dollar will go. Thankfully, the IRS has taken this into account for 2023 and recently released contribution limits for retirement accounts.
401k 2023 Contribution Limits
This coming year, the IRS has increased 401k, 403b, most 457 plans, and the Thrift Savings Plan contribution limits by $2,000. That means individuals can contribute up to $22,500 to their retirement plans for 2023. If you’re on a catch-up plan (and over 50-years-old), you can contribute an extra $7,500 to your accounts bringing the total limit to $30,000 for individuals. If you’re on a SIMPLE plan, you can contribute up to $15,500 along with $3,500 if you’re on a catch-up plan as well.
IRA Contribution Limits 2023
In 2023, individuals can contribute up to $6,500 to their Roth or Traditional Roth IRA plans. This is an increase of $500 from 2022. If you’re over 50 years old, you can contribute an extra $1,000 on a catch-up contribution plan for a total of $7,500.
Phase-Out Limits for 2023
If you have a workplace retirement plan that you’re regularly contributing to, you may be susceptible to phase out limits depending on how much you make and how you decide to file.
Traditional IRA:
- If you’re married and filing jointly, (and under a workplace plan), your phase out range will be for an income of $116,000 to $136,000.
- If you’re single and also covered by your workplace plan, your phase out range will be for an income of $73,000 and $83,000.
- If you contribute to an IRA and are married to someone covered by a workplace retirement plan, your income range is $218,000 and $228,000.
- If you’re married filing separately and also covered by a workplace retirement plan, your phase out range will be between $0 and $10,000 (and won’t have a cost-of-living-adjustment).
Roth IRA:
- If you’re single or the head of your household, your income limit is between $138,000 and $153,000.
- If you’re married and filing jointly, your income limit is between $218,000 and $228,000.
- And if you’re married but filing separately (and making contributions to a workplace retirement plan), your phase out income limit is between $0 and $10,000.
Saver’s Credit:
- If you’re married and filing jointly, your income phase-out limit is $73,000.
- If you’re filing as a head of household, your phase-out limit is $54,750.
- If you’re single or married and filing separately, your phase-out limit is $36,500.
For more information on 2023 IRS Retirement contributions limit increases and phase-out limits, visit: https://www.irs.gov.