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The State of Connecticut Retirement Calculator estimates annual pension benefits for state employees based on years of service and final average salary using the standard CT retirement formula with a 1.625% multiplier.
The calculator uses the Connecticut retirement formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates the annual pension by multiplying the years of service by the final average salary and applying the 1.625% multiplier rate.
Details: Accurate retirement planning helps state employees understand their future pension benefits, plan for retirement age, and make informed decisions about their career and financial future.
Tips: Enter years of service (can include partial years as decimals) and final average salary in USD. Both values must be positive numbers greater than zero.
Q1: What is the 1.625% multiplier based on?
A: This is the standard pension multiplier used by the State of Connecticut retirement system for calculating pension benefits for state employees.
Q2: How is final average salary calculated?
A: Final average salary is typically calculated as the average of the highest consecutive years of salary, usually the last 3-5 years of employment.
Q3: Are there maximum benefit limits?
A: Yes, there are usually maximum benefit limits based on years of service and salary caps defined by the Connecticut retirement system regulations.
Q4: Does this include cost-of-living adjustments?
A: This calculation provides the base pension amount. Cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) may be applied separately according to CT retirement system rules.
Q5: Is this calculator applicable to all CT state employees?
A: This calculator uses the standard formula, but specific retirement plans may have variations. Always consult with the CT retirement system for precise calculations.