RRSP tax savings calculator
Calculate CRA RRSP deduction limits, immediate tax refund savings and compound investment growth until retirement.
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Calculate your annual RRSP contribution room and find out how much tax you will save on your next CRA tax return. See the true after-tax cost of investing and project future retirement wealth.
How to use it
- 1 Enter your annual earned income to determine your CRA 18% contribution ceiling.
- 2 Enter your planned RRSP contribution in Canadian dollars ($).
- 3 Specify your marginal tax bracket (federal + provincial) to view your instant tax refund.
Questions
What is the annual RRSP contribution limit?
Your annual RRSP limit is 18% of your previous year's earned income, up to the annual CRA dollar cap ($31,560 for 2024), plus unused room from previous years.
How does an RRSP contribution generate a tax refund?
RRSP contributions are deducted from your gross taxable income, refunding the income tax paid at your highest marginal tax rate.
Is my data uploaded?
No. This tool runs in your browser, so your text and files never reach our server.
Is this tool free?
Yes. It’s free to use with no sign-up and no limits for normal use.
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