2023 Contribution Limits for Retirement and Health Savings Accounts
As financial planning becomes increasingly crucial for achieving long-term goals, understanding the contribution limits for various accounts is vital. In 2023, the limits for 401(k) plans, Roth IRAs, Traditional IRAs, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs) have seen meaningful adjustments. This article outlines each type of account and the respective contribution limits to help you maximize your savings.
401(k) Plans
Contribution Limit: The contribution limit for employee deferrals in 2023 is $22,500, up from $20,500 in 2022. For participants aged 50 and older, the catch-up contribution increases to $7,500, allowing for a total of $30,000 in contributions.
Employers can also make contributions on behalf of employees, increasing the total contribution limit (combined employee and employer contributions) to $66,000 for 2023, or $73,500 for those aged 50 and over.
Roth IRAs
Contribution Limit: The contribution limit for Roth IRAs in 2023 is $6,500, an increase from $6,000 in 2022. Those aged 50 and older can contribute an additional $1,000, bringing their total to $7,500.
However, it’s important to note that these contribution limits are subject to income phase-outs. For individuals, the ability to contribute fully to a Roth IRA begins to phase out at modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) levels of $138,000, with a complete phase-out at $153,000. For married couples filing jointly, the phase-out range is between $218,000 and $228,000.
Traditional IRAs
Contribution Limit: The contribution limits for Traditional IRAs mirror those of Roth IRAs at $6,500, with an additional $1,000 catch-up contribution for those aged 50 and over.
Unlike Roth IRAs, Traditional IRAs may have tax-deductible contributions that depend on your income and whether you or your spouse are covered by a workplace retirement plan. The income limit for full deductibility phases out for single filers at $73,000 and for married couples filing jointly at $116,000.
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
Contribution Limit: HSAs allow for tax-free contributions to help cover qualified medical expenses. For 2023, the contribution limit is $3,850 for individuals and $7,750 for families. If you are 55 or older, you can contribute an additional $1,000.
HSAs offer unique tax advantages; contributions are tax-deductible, and funds can grow tax-free, with tax-free withdrawals for qualified medical expenses.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Contribution Limit: The contribution limit for healthcare FSAs in 2023 is $3,050, up from $2,850 in 2022. For dependent care FSAs, the contribution limit remains at $5,000 for married couples filing jointly and $2,500 for single filers.
FSAs are employer-established benefit plans that allow employees to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible expenses, effectively reducing taxable income.
Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs)
Contribution Limits: There isn’t a standardized contribution limit for HRAs since they are employer-funded accounts. Employers can decide how much to contribute based on their plan design but must ensure that contributions remain within budget and compliant with IRS regulations.
HRAs are often used in conjunction with high-deductible health plans (HDHPs) and can reimburse employees for medical expenses and, in some cases, even premiums.
Conclusion
The increase in contribution limits across various accounts for 2023 offers individuals and families enhanced opportunities to save for retirement and healthcare expenses. Understanding these limits enables you to strategize and maximize your savings effectively. As always, it’s wise to consult a financial advisor or tax professional to tailor contributions to your specific financial situation and goals. Making the most of these accounts is a crucial step in building a secure financial future.
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Great info, Jen! Thanks. Love the grocery receipt analogy. Yes, sticker shock all around. Good thing I don't eat eggs anyway!
Great video! Will you be doing a video to explain all the new 401K changes that were part of the omnibus bill?
Hi Jennifer, great video to summarize all the thresholds. Very important to the upcoming year tax planning. Just an observation: when you show where to find your mAGI on 2021 tax return, for a second I thought you mean to use the 2021 mAGI to test the phase-out for 2022, I think it would be great to make it clear that the mAGI is within the same year, not based on prior year number.
Hi, awesome presentation. Where can we get the budgeting worksheet you mentioned in your previous youtube episode? thx in advance
Don't forget about a BACKDOOR ROTH. This works great if you are above the AGI limits. Have you done a video on the Backdoor option?
No mention of the backdoor Roth conversion!?
Thanks for posting! Excited to save more in 2023. Can you explain the best way to calculate one’s paycheck when contributing to a Roth 401(k)? I want to invest in my Roth 401(k) but need to make sure my paycheck covers my bills. Just curious on the best approach to do this manually. I cannot find a calculator online that do this. Also does it even make sense as I calculate I will be in a lower tax bracket come retirement. Curious if you have thoughts on this. Love your videos and how explain all so well! Thanks!
Good info. I wish they would raise the contribution limits for the dcfsa which hasn’t changed since I was kid.
Do you have any podcast recommendations? Is your YouTube channel in podcast format or is that on the roadmap?
Love your videos and style of presenting information clearly and bluntly.
I wish my employer offered HSA’s…I work in in healthcare industry with HMO but this year in 2023 I will max out a FSA but I wish it had a rollover feature to save for expensive dental procedures. Great video, love all your content.
Great video! I really like your I bond and T bill videos, but also really like how you break down the 401K, Roth, and Traditional IRA with income limits. You are an excellent teacher and presenter!
hopefully citizens can afford to put additional money into these accounts but as it stands, its a hard NO in almost 12% inflation
Isn’t it possible to do a backdoor Roth IRA if your income limit is above the income limits?