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The Illinois Police Retirement Pension is a defined benefit pension plan for police officers in Illinois. It provides retirement benefits based on years of service and final average salary, calculated at 2.5% per year of service.
The calculator uses the Illinois police pension formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates the annual pension by multiplying 2.5% times the years of service times the final average salary. This represents the percentage of final salary earned for each year of service.
Details: Accurate pension calculation is crucial for retirement planning, financial security, and understanding post-retirement income. It helps police officers prepare for their financial future after years of public service.
Tips: Enter years of service (typically 20-30 years for full retirement) and final average salary (usually the average of highest consecutive years). Both values must be positive numbers.
Q1: What is the maximum years of service credit?
A: Most Illinois police pension funds allow up to 30 years of service credit for pension calculation purposes.
Q2: How is final average salary determined?
A: FAS is typically calculated as the average of the highest consecutive 48 months (4 years) of salary within the last 10 years of service.
Q3: Are there early retirement reductions?
A: Yes, retiring before normal retirement age (usually 50-55) may result in reduced benefits depending on the specific pension fund rules.
Q4: What other factors affect the pension?
A: Additional factors may include sick leave conversion, overtime calculations, and any pension reform changes specific to the municipality.
Q5: Is this calculator applicable to all Illinois police officers?
A: While the 2.5% formula is standard, individual municipal police pension funds may have variations. Always consult with your specific pension fund for precise calculations.