Retirement Savings Gap Analysis

This Gap Analysis Calculator will help you determine if you have saved enough for retirement. Just enter a few values (only the values highlight in yellow are required) and select Calculate. The calculator is for educational purposes only and uses certain assumptions to make simplify the process. For a more in-depth analysis of your finances contact ICMA-RC or consult a professional. All results are in current or present day dollars.

Is There A Gap in Your Retirement Savings?

Calculate how much more you may need to save for retirement
1. Your annual income (include all sources of income)* $
2.   Your total projected pension(s) (current dollars)    $
3.   Your total projected social security (current dollars)    $
4. Retirement savings available now (including 457, 401, 403(b), and IRAs) $
5. Annual investment returns for your current savings
6. Annual investment returns for your savings in retirement
7. Inflation Rate *
8. Current Age *
9. Desired retirement age (assumes separation from service and retirement are at same age) *
10. Annual income desired in retirement (current dollars)* $
11. What is your estimated life expectancy? *
12. Do you plan on any one-time expenses at retirement? $
* Required fields

Results
1. Number of years until retirement (retirement age - current age)
2. Total annual retirement income from pensions and Social Security (SSA + pensions) $
3. This number is the estimated total amount of savings you will need at retirement. $
4. This number is the estimated value of your current savings at retirement. $
5. This is the gap in your savings (projected savings need - estimated total of current savings) $
6. To make up this difference, you will need to annually save $

Retirement planning is a complex process, dependent upon an individual’s specific circumstances. For additional help planning for your retirement future you may want to consult a professional.


For additional help planning for your retirement future contact Investor Services.

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7/8/2004