IRS Announces 2026 HSA, HDHP, and HRA Inflation Adjustments

The IRS has announced the 2026 inflation-adjusted limits for HSAs, HDHPs, and Excepted Benefit HRAs, increasing contribution and coverage thresholds to reflect rising healthcare costs.

May 07, 2025 3.4 minute read
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The Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) has released Revenue Procedure 2025-19, outlining the inflation-adjusted limits for Health Savings Accounts (“HSAs”), High-Deductible Health Plans (“HDHPs”), and Excepted Benefit Health Reimbursement Arrangements (“HRAs”) for the 2026 calendar year. These adjustments are critical for employers, benefits administrators, and individuals preparing their benefit strategies for the upcoming year.

2026 HSA Contribution Limits

For 2026, the annual contribution limits for HSAs have increased:

20262025
HSA Contribution LimitSelf-only: $4,400
Family: $8,750
Self-only: $4,300
Family: $8,550
Aged 55 and Older
Catch-up Contribution
$1,000$1,000

2026 HDHP Minimum Deductibles and Out-of-Pocket Maximums

To qualify as an HDHP in 2026, the plan must meet the following criteria:

20262025
Minimum Annual DeductibleSelf-only: $1,700
Family: $3,400
Self-only: $1,650
Family: $3,300
Maximum Out-of-PocketSelf-only: $8,500
Family: $17,000
Self-only: $8,300
Family: $16,600

These thresholds ensure that HDHPs continue to meet the requirements for HSA eligibility and reflect adjustments for inflation.

2026 Excepted Benefit HRA Limit

For plan years beginning in 2026, the maximum amount that may be newly made available for an Excepted Benefit HRA is $2,200. This represents a modest increase from the 2025 limit of $2,150.

Implications for Employers and Individuals

Employers should:

  • Update payroll and benefits systems to reflect the new limits.
  • Communicate these changes to employees during open enrollment.
  • Ensure that HDHP offerings comply with the updated thresholds.

Individuals should:

  • Review and adjust HSA contributions to take full advantage of the increased limits.
  • Verify that their health coverage continues to qualify as an HDHP to maintain HSA eligibility.

Keeping up with these changes helps ensure compliance with federal regulations and allows for effective benefits planning for the year ahead.

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