IRA Calculator
Calculate future value of your IRA investments
IRA Calculator
The IRA calculator can be used to evaluate and compare Traditional IRAs, SEP IRAs, SIMPLE IRAs, Roth IRAs, and regular taxable savings. For comparison purposes, Roth IRA and regular taxable savings will be converted to after-tax values.
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A Traditional, SIMPLE, or SEP IRA account can accumulate $93,377 more after-tax balance than a Roth IRA account at age 65. A Roth IRA account can accumulate $202,456 more than a regular taxable savings account.
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Traditional IRA
Traditional IRAs offer tax-deductible contributions and tax-deferred growth, but withdrawals in retirement are taxed as ordinary income.
Roth IRA
Roth IRAs are funded with after-tax dollars but provide tax-free growth and tax-free withdrawals in retirement.
SEP & SIMPLE IRAs
SEP and SIMPLE IRAs are employer-sponsored retirement plans designed for small businesses and self-employed individuals.
IRA Types Comparison
In the United States, an IRA (individual retirement account) is a type of retirement plan with taxation benefits defined by IRS Publication 590. It is a government tax break to incentivize people to invest money for retirement.
Key Differences
- Traditional IRA: Tax-deductible contributions, taxed withdrawals in retirement
- Roth IRA: After-tax contributions, tax-free withdrawals in retirement
- SEP IRA: Higher contribution limits for self-employed and small business owners
- SIMPLE IRA: Employer-sponsored plan for small businesses with 100 or fewer employees
- Regular Savings: No tax advantages but full liquidity and flexibility
Tax Advantages
Both Traditional and Roth IRAs accumulate more wealth than regular taxable savings due to tax shields. For most people, their expected income after retirement will be lower than during working years, making Traditional IRAs potentially more beneficial due to lower tax rates in retirement.