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The State of Illinois retirement formula calculates the annual pension benefit for state employees based on years of service and final average earnings. This formula is used to determine retirement benefits for eligible state workers.
The calculator uses the State of Illinois retirement formula:
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Explanation: The formula multiplies 2.2% by the total years of service and the final average earnings to determine the annual pension amount.
Details: Accurate pension calculation is essential for retirement planning, financial security assessment, and understanding future income streams for state employees in Illinois.
Tips: Enter years of service as a decimal number (e.g., 25.5 years) and final average earnings in USD. Both values must be positive numbers.
Q1: What is included in final average earnings?
A: Final average earnings typically include the average of the highest consecutive earnings over a specified period (usually 4-8 years) before retirement.
Q2: Is there a maximum years of service limit?
A: Most pension systems have maximum service credit limits, typically around 35-40 years, but this varies by specific retirement plan.
Q3: Are there early retirement reductions?
A: Yes, retiring before normal retirement age may result in reduced benefits. Check specific State of Illinois retirement system rules.
Q4: How does the 2.2% multiplier compare to other states?
A: The 2.2% multiplier is competitive with many state retirement systems, though some states use different formulas or percentages.
Q5: Are cost-of-living adjustments included?
A: This calculator provides the base pension amount. COLA adjustments are typically applied separately and vary by retirement system rules.