Essential Retirement Resources for Tacoma Employees
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Current information as of November 19, 2025
Current Employees and Deferred Members
Preparing for retirement is a crucial step in your career journey. Explore our resources to guide you through the transition from active service to retirement. For personalized advice, connect with our Retirement Specialist.
- Benefits Calculator
- Retirement Benefits and Planning
- Retirement Estimate Requests
- Forms
- Disability Retirement
- Life Events
- More Information
- Contact
Benefits Calculator
The Benefits Calculator helps estimate retirement payouts and the value of additional time off. Access it via this link or review instructions.
Contact
TERS
Phone: (253) 502-8200
Fax: (253) 502-8660
Tacoma Public Utilities Building
3628 South 35th Street, Ground Floor
Tacoma, WA 98409
Hours (By Appointment Only):
Monday – Friday
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Retirement Estimate Requests
Eligible members within six months of retirement receive a personalized estimate. Use the Estimate Request Form for guidance. Processing takes up to four weeks.
Forms
Access essential documents via this link.
Disability Retirement
Qualify for a disability pension with five years of service, unless your disability stems from workplace injury. Details in Tacoma Municipal Code 1.30.
Life Events
More Information
Review portability rules and dual membership options under this section.
