401k Max Contribution 2024 Employer Match. The contribution limit on 401(k) plans in 2024 is $23,000, with workers 50 and older allowed to set aside an additional $7,500 to catch up on retirement planning. Be sure to take advantage.

Does 401(k) max include employer match? For example, say you maxed out 401 (k) contributions in 2024 and your employer matched, that would only bring you to $46,000.