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Annuity Calculators & Planning Tools

Free calculators to help you plan your retirement income, compare rates, and estimate growth.

What Is an Annuity Calculator?

An annuity calculator estimates how much income or growth an annuity can produce. You enter a few details, such as your deposit amount, age, interest rate, or payout option, and the tool projects your future value, guaranteed monthly income, or after-tax result. Pick the calculator below that matches your question, from estimating fixed annuity growth to sizing a guaranteed retirement paycheck. Every calculator here is free, and using one never submits an application or triggers a sales call.

Annuity Calculators


Fixed Annuity Calculator

Project how a lump sum grows over your chosen term at a guaranteed fixed rate.

Income Rider Calculator

Estimate guaranteed lifetime income from a fixed index annuity income rider.

Annuity Ladder Calculator

Build a MYGA ladder across staggered terms to balance yield and annual liquidity. Print or email a custom illustration.

Immediate Annuity Calculator

Calculate monthly income payments from a Single Premium Immediate Annuity (SPIA).

Retirement Income Gap Calculator

Find your monthly retirement income gap and the SPIA premium needed to fill it.

Retirement & Tax Planning


RMD Calculator

Calculate your Required Minimum Distribution using IRS life expectancy tables.

Social Security Taxable Benefits Calculator

Find out how much of your Social Security benefits may be subject to federal income tax.

Journey Guide Retirement Calculator

Build a personalized retirement income plan with our step-by-step planning guide.

Roth Conversion Calculator

Compare converting a traditional IRA to a Roth vs leaving it traditional. See after-tax dollars at retirement.

Social Security Claiming Calculator

Compare lifetime benefits at age 62, FRA, and 70. See break-even ages and the optimal claiming strategy.

Savings & Comparison Tools


CD Calculator

Model CD growth with after-tax and inflation adjustments to see your real return.

Fixed Annuity vs CD Calculator

Compare side-by-side outcomes of a fixed annuity versus a certificate of deposit.

Compound Interest Calculator

See how compound interest grows your money over time with regular contributions.

Simple vs Compound Interest Calculator

Understand the difference between simple and compound interest with a visual comparison.

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Rate Comparison Tools


Fixed Annuity Rates

Compare 500+ MYGA rates from 90+ top annuity companies. Filter by term, minimum, and carrier rating.

Fixed Index Annuity Rates

Browse current FIA cap rates, participation rates, and spreads across top indexed annuity carriers.

Bonus Annuity Rates

Find the top 20 annuities offering premium bonuses of up to 20% on your initial deposit.

Annuity Calculator FAQ

Common questions about using the annuity and retirement calculators on this page.

What is an annuity calculator?

An annuity calculator estimates the income or growth an annuity can produce based on inputs like your deposit amount, age, interest rate, and payout option. Different calculators answer different questions, from projecting lump-sum growth to estimating guaranteed monthly income.

How do I calculate annuity income?

Enter your deposit amount, your age, and the payout option into the relevant calculator. For a guaranteed monthly paycheck from a lump sum, use the Immediate Annuity Calculator. To project lifetime income from a fixed index annuity income rider, use the Income Rider Calculator. Actual income depends on current rates, your age, and the carrier you choose.

Are these retirement and annuity calculators free to use?

Yes. All calculators in this hub are free to use. They are designed to help you explore scenarios before you request a quote or speak with a licensed agent.

Do the calculator results include taxes, fees, or inflation?

Some tools include tax-related estimates (for example, Social Security taxable benefits). In general, results are estimates and may not reflect product fees, rider charges, surrender schedules, inflation, or your full tax situation unless the calculator explicitly asks for those inputs.

How accurate are these calculator estimates?

They are meant for planning and comparison, not as a guarantee of future performance or a commitment from any insurer. Actual annuity rates, payout factors, crediting methods, and taxes vary by carrier, product, state, age, and timing.

Will using these calculators create an application or trigger a sales call?

No. Using the calculators by itself does not submit an application. If you choose to request a quote or talk with an agent, you will take an explicit action to do that.

What information do I need to use the calculators?

Most calculators only need basics like age, deposit amount, time horizon, and a rate or growth assumption. For tax-related tools, you may need estimated income figures. If you are not sure, start with defaults and refine later.

Can I talk to someone to review my results?

Yes. If you would like help interpreting results or comparing annuity options, you can contact My Annuity Store for a no-pressure conversation and next steps.

Understanding the Different Kinds of Annuities

Annuities come in a handful of distinct flavors, and the right calculator depends on which one you're shopping. Here's a quick map so you can pick the tool that actually answers your question.

Fixed Annuities (MYGAs)

A Multi-Year Guaranteed Annuity locks in a single fixed rate for a set term, typically 3 to 10 years. Think of it as a tax-deferred CD issued by an insurance company. Best for savers who want a predictable, contractually guaranteed return.

Run the Fixed Annuity Calculator →

Fixed Index Annuities (FIAs)

FIAs credit interest based on the performance of a market index (like the S&P 500) up to a cap or participation rate, with a 0% floor in down years. Most are bought for the optional lifetime income rider, not the index growth.

Run the Income Rider Calculator →

Immediate Annuities (SPIAs)

A Single Premium Immediate Annuity converts a lump sum into a guaranteed monthly paycheck that starts within 12 months. Used to cover essential expenses in retirement, fill a Social Security gap, or replace a pension.

Run the SPIA Calculator →

Deferred Income Annuities & QLACs

Same idea as a SPIA, but income payments start years later (often at 75 or 80) for a much larger paycheck. A QLAC is the IRS-approved version inside a traditional IRA that also reduces your RMDs.

Run the RMD Calculator →

Variable Annuities

Variable annuities invest in mutual-fund-like subaccounts, so your account value rises and falls with the market. They are sold by registered reps under a prospectus and are generally not the right fit for safety-first retirees.

Compare annuity types →

Registered Index-Linked Annuities (RILAs)

A hybrid of FIA and variable. RILAs offer higher upside caps in exchange for a defined buffer or floor of downside risk (you can lose money). Best for buyers who want more growth potential and can stomach some loss.

View FIA & RILA cap rates →
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