457(b) Value Calculator โ Government Deferred Comp
Calculate your 457(b) future value. No early withdrawal penalty โ great for early retirees.
Why This Matters for Your Finances
Why: 457(b) offers no early withdrawal penalty โ withdraw when you separate from employer. Can double with 401(k) for government workers.
How: FV = Current ร (1+r)^n + (Annual ร ((1+r)^n โ 1)/r). 3-year catch-up adds double contributions near retirement.
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๐ก Money Facts
2024 limit
โ IRS
Early penalty
โ 457(b)
Year catch-up
โ IRS
With 401(k)
โ Gov
1. Key Takeaways
- โข No 10% penalty: Withdraw before 59ยฝ without penalty
- โข Double deferral: Contribute to 457 AND 401(k)/403(b)
- โข 3-year catch-up: Double contributions near retirement
- โข Same $23,000 limit as 401(k)
2. Did You Know?
Government Only
State, local, some non-profits
Early Retirement
No penalty โ great for early retirees
Roth 457
Some plans offer Roth
Pension Coordination
Coordinate with pension
Catch-Up
3 years before retirement
Tax Deferred
Grows until withdrawal
3. How It Works
FV = Current ร (1+r)^n + (Annual ร ((1+r)^n โ 1)/r). 3-year catch-up adds double contributions. Same math as 401(k) for growth.
4. Expert Tips
Max out if you can
Unique no-penalty early withdrawal
Double with 401(k)
Government workers can do both
3-year catch-up
Double contributions near retirement
Early retirement
Access before 59ยฝ โ no penalty
5. Comparison Table
| Contribution | 15 yrs @ 7% | 25 yrs @ 7% |
|---|---|---|
| $15,000/yr | ~$403K | ~$948K |
| $23,000/yr | ~$618K | ~$1.45M |
6. FAQ
Same limits. 457 has no early withdrawal penalty. Can have both.
When you separate from employer โ no age penalty.
Double contributions in 3 years before retirement.
7. Sources
- โข IRS โ 457(b) Plans
- โข IRS โ Deferred Compensation
8. Quick Stats
$23K
2024 limit
No
Early penalty
3
Year catch-up
Double
With 401(k)
9. Disclaimer
Disclaimer: Estimates only. Consult your plan administrator.