Contribution Limits
Annual Dollar Limits
The table below shows the dollar limitations that affect qualified plans.
| Description | 2021 | 2020 | |
| IRA | $6,000 | $6,000 | |
| IRA Catch-up (50 or older) | $1,000 | $1,000 | |
| 401(k), 403(b) & 457 Deferrals | $19,500 | $19,500 | |
| 401(k), 403(b) & 457 Catch-up | $6,500 | $6,500 | |
| SIMPLE Deferrals | $13,500 | $13,500 | |
| SIMPLE Catch-up | $3,000 | $3,000 | |
| Section 415 Limit | $58,000 | $57,000 | |
| Defined Benefit Limit | $230,000 | $230,000 | |
| Compensation Limit | $290,000 | $285,000 | |
| HCE Comp Limit | $130,000 | $130,000 | |
| Key Employee Officer | $185,000 | $185,000 | |
IRS COLA Increases for Dollar Limitations on Benefits and Contributions