How do you calculate employer 401(k) match?

An employer 401(k) match is typically a dollar-to-dollar contribution match of up to 6 percent of the employee's salary, or 50 cents on the dollar. For example, if someone's salary is $100,000, they can contribute 6 percent, which is $6,000. The employee contribution to that is 50% of $6,000 which is $3,000. The total would be $9,000.

This is the typical 401(k) contribution that is offered by employers. If for some reason you have a different percentage, calculations are then slightly different. There are many calculators online that help you to calculate your exact contribution when inputting your exact salary and information.