Chevron 401(k) at a glance
| Employer match | Chevron adds 4% of pay if you contribute 1%, or 8% of pay if you contribute 2%. |
|---|---|
| Maximum match | 8% of pay |
| Contribution needed for full match | 2% of pay |
| Vesting | ImmediateAll contributions are always 100% vested. |
| Eligibility | Employees hired onto the US payroll can join on their first day of employment. |
| Roth 401(k) option | Yes |
| Pension | YesChevron has defined benefit pension plans for many employees, including US qualified plans. |
| Plan provider | Fidelity |
| Who this applies to | US-payroll employees of Chevron and participating companies, including union employees whose union agreed to join |
How much is the Chevron match worth?
If you contribute 2% of your pay, Chevron adds the full match. Here is what that means at different salaries, per year, before investment growth:
| Salary | You contribute (2%) | Chevron match |
|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $800 | $3,200 |
| $60,000 | $1,200 | $4,800 |
| $90,000 | $1,800 | $7,200 |
| $150,000 | $3,000 | $12,000 |
Illustration based on the plan terms above. Your actual match depends on eligible pay, timing and plan rules.
Good to know
- The match is based on regular pay only; in 2025 it stopped once regular pay reached $350,000.
Other Chevron retirement benefits
- After-tax contributions allowed
- Contributions up to 75% of regular pay
How to make the most of your Chevron 401(k)
- Always get the full match. Contribute at least 2% of pay. It is an instant return you cannot get anywhere else.
- Check your vesting date before you change jobs, so you do not leave unvested money behind.
- Pre-tax or Roth? If you expect a higher tax rate in retirement, Roth contributions can pay off. Model it with our Roth conversion calculator.
- Watch fees and prefer low-cost index or target-date funds in the plan lineup.
- Plan the whole picture: see how your state taxes retirement income before you decide where to retire.
Frequently asked questions
Does Chevron match 401(k) contributions?
Chevron adds 4% of pay if you contribute 1%, or 8% of pay if you contribute 2%.
When does the Chevron 401(k) match vest?
All contributions are always 100% vested.
When can I join the Chevron 401(k)?
Employees hired onto the US payroll can join on their first day of employment.
Does Chevron offer a pension?
Chevron has defined benefit pension plans for many employees, including US qualified plans.
How much should I contribute to get the full Chevron match?
Contribute at least 2% of your pay. Anything less leaves part of the match unclaimed.
Sources (last verified 2025)
- Chevron Employee Savings Investment Plan Form 11-K for 2025 — SEC EDGAR (2026-06-24)
- Chevron Corporation Form 10-K for 2025 — SEC EDGAR (2026-02-24)
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