Roth vs. Traditional 401(k) and Your Paycheck Calculator

Roth vs. Traditional 401(k) and Your Paycheck Calculator

Compare Roth and Traditional 401(k) options and their paycheck impact.

What This Number Means

The paycheck impact is only one part of the decision. Before you choose, consider:

  • How each contribution type affects your current paycheck

  • The trade-off between smaller take-home pay and future tax savings

  • Whether your budget can support pre-tax versus after-tax deferrals

  • How the paycheck impact compares to the long-term balance difference

  • Which option keeps your near-term cash flow comfortable

How to Use This Calculator

1

Enter your pay and contribution amount: Input your gross pay and planned 401(k) contribution.

2

Add your tax rate: Enter your current marginal tax rate.

3

Select Roth or Traditional: Choose which contribution type to model against your paycheck.

4

Review the paycheck impact: See how each option changes your net take-home pay.

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