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2026 Maximum HSA Contribution Limits

Lively · February 1, 2025 · 2 min read

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The IRS has announced the updated HSA contribution limits for 2027. While the increases aren't dramatic, they do offer a bit more room for tax-advantaged savings.

For 2027 HSA-eligible account holders are allowed to contribute:

  • $4,500 for individual coverage

  • $9,000 for family coverage

This is a $100 increase for individuals and a $250 increase for families from the 2026 HSA contribution limits.

The 2026 HSA contribution limits are:

  • $4,400 for individual coverage

  • $8,750 for family coverage

If you are 55 years or older, you're still eligible to contribute an extra $1,000 catch-up contribution.

To be eligible for an HSA, your health plan has to meet the following IRS criteria for a high-deductible health plan (HDHP):

For 2027:

  • Must have a minimum deductible of $1,750 for individual coverage, and $3,500 for family coverage

  • Out-of-pocket maximums cannot exceed $8,700 for individual coverage and $17,400 for family coverage

For 2026:

  • Must have a minimum deductible of $1,700 for individual coverage, and $3,400 for family coverage

  • Out-of-pocket maximums cannot exceed $8,500 for individual coverage and $17,000 for family coverage

Annual minimum deductibles have increased $50 for individuals and $100 for families from 2026, and out-of-pocket limits have increased by $200 for individuals and $400 for families.

New to HSAs, or getting ready to file? Our complete HSA guide covers how the account works and how the tax advantages apply.

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2026 Maximum HSA Contribution Limits

Lively · February 1, 2025 · 2 min read

For 2026, the HSA contribution limits are $4,400 for individual coverage and $8,750 for family coverage. These limits increased from 2025, when the caps were $4,300 and $8,550. If you’re age 55 or older, you can still contribute an additional $1,000 as a catch-up contribution.

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Lauren Hargrave · February 9, 2024 · 12 min read

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Disclaimer: the content presented in this article are for informational purposes only, and is not, and must not be considered tax, investment, legal, accounting or financial planning advice, nor a recommendation as to a specific course of action. Investors should consult all available information, including fund prospectuses, and consult with appropriate tax, investment, accounting, legal, and accounting professionals, as appropriate, before making any investment or utilizing any financial planning strategy.

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