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The IRS has released the contribution limits for 2022. The below chart outlines the limits for both 2021 and 2022.

2022 Limits

2021 Limits

401(k) plans elective deferral contribution

$20,500

$19,500

401(k) plans age 50 and older catch-up contribution

$6,500

$6,500

SIMPLE 401(k) plans deferral contribution

$14,000

$13,500

SIMPLE 401(k) plans catch-up contribution

$3,000

$3,000

Qualified plan maximum compensation

$305,000

$290,000

Social Security taxable wage base

$147,000

$142,800


Source:
https://www.irs.gov/retirement-plans/plan-participant-employee/retirement-topics-contributions