IRS increases 401(k) limits for 2022

Starting in 2022, the maximum amount individuals can contribute to their 401(k) will jump to $20,500—a $1,000 increase over the past two years. The new limits will also apply to 403(b) accounts, most 457 plans, and the federal government’s Thrift Savings Plan.

Roth IRA investors will see some changes, as well. The income range conditions under which taxpayers can deduct Roth IRA contributions are changing.

The income phaseout range for taxpayers making contributions to a Roth IRA was increased from $125,000 to $129,000 for singles and from $140,000 to $144,000 for heads of household. For married couples filing jointly, the range jumped to $204,000–$214,000, up from $198,000–$208,000.

If taxpayers and their spouses aren’t covered by a retirement plan at work, then traditional IRA contributions can be deducted to a point. In each circumstance, the phaseout range hit a higher income level:

• For single taxpayers covered by a workplace retirement plan, the phaseout range increased to $68,000–$78,000, up from $66,000–$76,000.
• For married couples filing jointly, if the spouse making the IRA contribution is covered by a workplace retirement plan, the phaseout range is increased to $109,000–$129,000, up from $105,000–$125,000.
• For IRA contributors who are not covered by a workplace retirement plan, but are married to someone who is covered, the phaseout range is increased to $204,000–$214,000, up from $198,000–$208,000.

The limit on annual contributions to an IRA remains unchanged at $6,000.

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