Increase in 401(k) and IRA Contributions for 2019

As part of the Internal Revenue Service’s 2019 cost of living adjustments, 401(k) and IRAs contribution amounts have increased for pension plans and other retirement-related items.

Retirement Fund Contribution Rates for 2018 vs 2019

  2018 2019
401(k) $18,500 $19,000
Simple IRA $12,500 $13,000
IRA $5,500 $6,000

 

Additional catch-up contribution limits for individuals aged 50 and over will remain the same.

 

Total 2018 vs 2019 Retirement Fund Contributions for individuals over 50 including Catch-up

  2018 2019 Catch-up Amount Employee Due Date
401(k) $24,500 $25,000 $6,000 Dec 31
Simple IRA $15,500 $16,000 $3,000 Dec 31
IRA $6,500 $7,000 $1,000 Apr 15

 

Employer catch-up contributions are due before the tax filing deadline. For 2018, that is April 15, 2019.

For more detailed information about Retirement Fund contributions, check with the IRS 401k Contribution info 2019 or contact us.