Updated 2026-04-21

401(k) Expense Ratios: What's a Good Fee & How to Find Yours

What a good 401(k) expense ratio looks like, how to find hidden fees, 2026 benchmarks, and the long-term cost impact of high fees on your retirement savings.

Key Takeaways

2026 Quick Reference

$24,500
2026 Deferral Limit
$72,000
Total 415(c) Limit
59½
Penalty-Free Age
73
RMD Start Age

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Pavlo Pyskunov

Pavlo Pyskunov

Managing Director & Investment Fund Director

Pavlo Pyskunov analyzes employer-sponsored retirement plans using IRS publications and DOL Form 5500 filings, helping workers maximize their 401(k) savings through data-driven guidance.

Last updated: 2026-04-21

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