Members

As a hybrid defined benefit plan, Colorado PERA provides you with comprehensive benefits and helps you navigate the road to retirement.

Welcome, PERA Members

Whether you're new to PERA, in the middle of you career, or preparing for retirement, we want to ensure that you are set up for success when you retire. 

In the sidebar to the right, find the career stage that best resembles where you are right now. Discover how your PERA membership works for you, and learn what you can do today to feel more secure about your future. 

Need to access your secure account? Log in to:

  • View your contributions
  • Estimate your future benefit
  • Complete online forms
  • Update your contact information
  • Discover additional tools and resources

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Member Benefits

Purchasing Service Credit

Preparing for Retirement

What is PERA?

What is PERA?

When Can I Retire?

When Can I Retire?

Can Colorado PERA Pay My Benefit When I Retire?

Can Colorado PERA Pay My Benefit When I Retire?

Can I Take A Loan From My Colorado PERA Account?

Can I Take A Loan From My Colorado PERA Account?

Automatic Adjustment Provision

Automatic Adjustment Provision

Colorado PERA and Social Security

Colorado PERA and Social Security

Programs

The PERAPlus 401(k) and 457 Plans are voluntary retirement savings programs offered by PERA. 

PERA offers an optional decreasing term life insurance program administered by Unum.

Member Insights

PERA News

Jan 3, 2022
Colorado PERA is seeking responses from firms interested in providing actuarial auditing services during 2022 for its defined benefit...
Dec 27, 2021
Updates to federal and state tax tables may affect the withholding on benefits to be paid on January 31, 2022. PERA will post links to...

Member Report

Dec 23, 2021
Colorado PERA offers educational webinars to help members understand the value of their PERA benefits. These webinars are free, take...
Dec 23, 2021
After several months of planning, the transition from Voya Financial to Empower Retirement is complete. The transition to Empower...

Inactive Member News

Nov 19, 2021
The following are answers to questions commonly asked by members like you, who are no longer working for a Colorado PERA employer but...
Nov 19, 2021
Even though you’re no longer working for a Colorado PERA-covered employer, the money in your account continues to grow. In fact, even...