Taxable Vs. Tax-Deferred Savings

When it comes to investing, tax deferral can be a powerful tool. Use this calculator to help compare the potential future value of an investment being subject to income tax each year with deferring the tax until funds are withdrawn.

Savings
Initial balance or deposit ($)
Annual savings amount ($)
Annual increase in contributions (0% to 100%)
Number of years for the analysis (1 to 50)
Assumptions
Before-tax return on savings (-12% to 12%)
Marginal tax bracket (0% to 75%)
Compounding/savings frequency