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IRA Contribution Limits

The IRA contribution limit for 2026 is $7,500, with an additional catch-up contribution for savers age 50 or older.

2026 IRA limit

$7,500

Savers 50 or older can add an additional $1,100 catch-up. The limit is shared across traditional and Roth IRAs combined.

Age 50+ total
$8,600

Includes the IRA limit plus the catch-up contribution.

IRA limits by year

IRA contribution limits by tax year
Tax year Limit Age 50+ catch-up
2026 $7,500 $1,100

IRA limit questions

What is the IRA contribution limit?

For 2026, the IRA contribution limit is $7,500.

Are Roth IRA and traditional IRA limits separate?

No. The annual IRA contribution limit generally applies across traditional and Roth IRAs combined.

What is the IRA catch-up contribution?

For 2026, people age 50 or older can contribute an additional $1,100.

Last updated . Source: IRS retirement plan contribution limits.