1. What is the Federal Salary Table?

The Federal Salary Table provides the base pay and locality pay adjustments for federal employees. It is used to calculate total compensation for government workers based on their grade and step.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple formula:

Where:

• Base Pay — The standard salary for a particular grade and step
• Locality Pay — Additional compensation based on geographic location

Explanation: The total salary combines the base pay (determined by your GS level) with locality pay (determined by your work location).

3. Importance of Salary Calculation

Details: Accurate salary calculation helps federal employees understand their total compensation and compare positions across different locations.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your base pay and locality pay amounts in USD. Both values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Where can I find my base pay amount?
A: Base pay amounts are published in the General Schedule (GS) pay tables for your grade and step.

Q2: How is locality pay determined?
A: Locality pay is based on your duty station's geographic location and is calculated as a percentage of your base pay.

Q3: Are there other pay adjustments?
A: Some positions may receive special rate supplements or other premium pays in addition to base and locality pay.

Q4: How often are pay tables updated?
A: Federal pay tables are typically updated annually, with changes taking effect in January.

Q5: Does this include benefits?
A: No, this calculation only includes base pay and locality pay. Benefits like health insurance and retirement are additional.