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# Maximum Pension Limits for 2019

Written By RMC Group

Published on: November 2, 2018

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Each year, the [IRS sets limits](https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-drop/n-18-83.pdf) for [pension plans](https://rmcgp.com/retirement-planning/). These limits are reviewed annually and adjusted for inflation. The following are some important limits in effect for 2019:

- Maximum compensation for plan purposes is $280,000
- Maximum monthly benefit for defined benefit plans ages 62 to 65 is the lesser of 100% of compensation or $18,750 with an annual benefit $225,000
- Highly Compensated Employee compensation $125,000+
- Maximum Defined Contribution / Profit Sharing Contribution $56,000
- Maximum SEP Contribution $56,000
- Maximum 401(k) Contribution $19,000. Catch-up Contribution for age 50 and over $6,000
- Maximum SIMPLE Contribution $13,000

[CLICK HERE](https://rmcgp.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/2019-Pension-Limits.pdf) for a PDF copy of the 2019 limits.

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