Roth IRA Calculator

Estimate tax-free retirement savings inside a Roth IRA.

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Result

Future Value$300,850.72
Total Contributions$130,000.00
Interest Earned$170,850.72

About the Roth IRA Calculator

The Roth IRA Calculator projects the tax-free retirement balance you'll have from annual after-tax contributions and long-term investment growth.

Calculation method

Roth balances grow tax-free and qualified withdrawals are tax-free. The tool compounds contributions at the assumed rate through retirement.

FV = Balance × (1+r)^n + Annual × ((1+r)^n − 1)/r

How to use this calculator

  1. Enter your current Roth IRA balance.
  2. Enter your annual contribution.
  3. Enter expected return and years until retirement.

Example

Starting at 30 with $10,000 balance and contributing $7,000/year at 7% until 65 gives about $1.05 million — all tax-free at withdrawal.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for a Roth IRA?

Anyone with earned income under the annual income limit ($161K single, $240K married joint in 2024). Higher earners may use a backdoor Roth conversion.

Are Roth withdrawals really tax-free?

Yes, if you are 59½+ and the account has been open at least 5 years. Contributions (not earnings) can be withdrawn anytime tax and penalty free.

Are there required minimum distributions (RMDs)?

Roth IRAs have no RMDs for the original owner, making them powerful estate-planning tools.

Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, tax, or legal advice. Consult a qualified professional for decisions specific to your situation.