Records analyzed
13 sub-agencies
Cross-joined with state geography and occupational mix
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM
Open-data reference.
Federal workforce data for DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM. This agency represents 0.4% of the total federal civilian workforce. Source: OPM FedScope, March 2025.
What the Numbers Say About DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM employs 8,671 federal civilian workers, which accounts for 0.4% of the total federal civilian workforce of 2,289,472 reported in the OPM FedScope March 2025 release. Compared to the prior period, headcount moved down by -1.9%, a signal that hiring authorities and attrition at this agency are shedding net positions during the current reporting window.
On compensation, the average salary of $139,117 sits 26.6% above the federal civilian average of $109,869. Average length of service at DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM is 14.8 years, reflecting a workforce that has built institutional knowledge across 13 sub-agencies. For applicants comparing federal employers, this pay premium (or gap) combined with tenure patterns helps explain why some agencies retain staff through full careers while others cycle more rapidly through early-career hires.
Geographic reach is another signal of scale: DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM has employees in 35 states and territories, with the largest concentration in DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (2,986 employees at $151,401 avg salary). Over the most recent 6 months of workforce-dynamics data, the agency recorded 0 accessions against 0 separations for a net change of 0 positions — useful context for job seekers evaluating whether DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM is expanding, contracting, or simply replacing departures. All figures draw directly from OPM FedScope Employment Cubes and update quarterly.
Workforce Overview
Employees
8,671
-1.9% from prior period
Average Salary
$139,117
+2.7%
Avg Length of Service
14.8 yrs
Sub-agencies
13
Data vintage
March 2025
OPM FedScope quarterly snapshot
Source authority
OPM FedScope
U.S. Office of Personnel Management — official federal HR data
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM pay vs. federal civilian average
Agency average $139,117 relative to federal average $109,869
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM workforce by GS grade tier
Estimated distribution of 8,671 employees across the General Schedule pay grades. Tier weights are modeled from the agency's average salary of $139,117, average length of service of 14.8 years, and sub-agency salary brackets. Color encodes pay-band tier (entry / mid / senior / executive).
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM — estimated GS-grade workforce mix. Source: OPM FedScope March 2025; pay tiers modeled from agency averages.
Salary Analysis
How DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM pay compares to the federal average of $109,869
Agency Average
$139,117
Federal Average
$109,869
vs. Federal Avg
+26.6%
Salary Range by Sub-agency
Under $80K
0
$80K–$100K
0
$100K–$120K
0
$120K–$150K
8,671
Over $150K
0
Sub-agencies & Organizational Units
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM has 13 sub-agencies. The highest-paying unit averages $148,114.
| Sub-agency | Employees | Avg Salary | Avg LOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL | 2,904 | $134,506 | 14.2 yrs |
| OFFICE OF THE CHIEF HUMAN CAPITAL OFFICER | 1,932 | $137,168 | 14.9 yrs |
| OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL | 715 | $146,625 | 16.1 yrs |
| ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT | 702 | $139,233 | 14.3 yrs |
| ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR FAIR HOUSING AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY | 662 | $144,799 | 14.9 yrs |
| OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT | 623 | $147,865 | 15.5 yrs |
| UNKNOWN | 423 | $148,114 | 15.5 yrs |
| OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 392 | $135,497 | 14.9 yrs |
| OFFICE OF FIELD POLICY AND MANAGEMENT | 101 | $144,346 | 17.1 yrs |
| OFFICE OF DEPARTMENTAL OPERATIONS AND COORDINATION | 76 | $135,082 | 12.5 yrs |
| ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR CONGRESSIONAL AND INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS | 70 | $137,669 | 12.4 yrs |
| OFFICE OF HEALTHY HOMES AND LEAD HAZARD CONTROL | 39 | $145,909 | 21.4 yrs |
| ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR HOUSING--FEDERAL HOUSING COMMISSIONER | 32 | $130,591 | 6.6 yrs |
Geographic Presence
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM has employees in 35 states and territories. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA has the most with 2,986 employees.
| State | Employees | Avg Salary | Avg LOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA | 2,986 | $151,401 | 14.6 yrs |
| CALIFORNIA | 502 | $145,489 | 15.7 yrs |
| TEXAS | 485 | $130,838 | 15.7 yrs |
| GEORGIA | 438 | $122,866 | 15.4 yrs |
| NEW YORK | 373 | $135,388 | 15.1 yrs |
| COLORADO | 370 | $133,691 | 13.4 yrs |
| ILLINOIS | 346 | $137,626 | 14.7 yrs |
| PENNSYLVANIA | 254 | $134,896 | 17.9 yrs |
| MARYLAND | 221 | $146,652 | 15 yrs |
| FLORIDA | 210 | $125,692 | 14.8 yrs |
| MASSACHUSETTS | 168 | $140,445 | 12.7 yrs |
| KANSAS | 167 | $117,388 | 12.6 yrs |
| VIRGINIA | 151 | $151,495 | 15.5 yrs |
| MICHIGAN | 125 | $128,650 | 11.2 yrs |
| NEW JERSEY | 115 | $139,944 | 16.2 yrs |
| OKLAHOMA | 108 | $117,252 | 12.7 yrs |
| WASHINGTON | 104 | $131,215 | 11.8 yrs |
| OHIO | 103 | $128,578 | 15.9 yrs |
| MISSOURI | 89 | $116,582 | 13.7 yrs |
| MINNESOTA | 80 | $129,323 | 13.5 yrs |
Showing top 20 of 35 states
Workforce Dynamics
Monthly hiring and separation trends. Net change over 6 months: 0.
| Month | Accessions | Separations | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2025 | +0 | -46 | -46 |
| Feb 2025 | +0 | -20 | -20 |
| Jan 2025 | +0 | -73 | -73 |
| Dec 2024 | +14 | -29 | -15 |
| Sep 2024 | +11 | -0 | +11 |
| Jul 2024 | +16 | -0 | +16 |
Hiring & Separation Reasons
Why employees join and leave DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM
Accession Reasons
New Hire - Competitive Service Appointment
41
Separation Reasons
Quit
88
Retirement - Voluntary
80
Employee Tenure Distribution
Average length of service is 14.8 years. Employees in sub-agencies grouped by average tenure.
Under 5 yrs
0
5–10 yrs
32
10–15 yrs
6,738
15–20 yrs
1,862
Over 20 yrs
39
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many people work at DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM? ▾
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM employs 8,671 federal workers as of March 2025. This represents 0.4% of the total federal civilian workforce of 2,289,472.
What is the average salary at DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM? ▾
The average salary at DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM is $139,117 per year, which is 26.6% above the federal average of $109,869.
What is the average length of service at DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM? ▾
The average length of service at DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM is 14.8 years. The federal average is 11.8 years.
How many sub-agencies does DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM have? ▾
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM has 13 sub-agencies or organizational units. The largest is OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL with 2,904 employees.
In how many states does DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM have employees? ▾
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM has employees in 35 states and territories. The largest concentration is in DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA with 2,986 employees.
Is DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM hiring or downsizing? ▾
Over the most recent 6 months of data, DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM had 0 accessions and 0 separations, for a net change of 0 employees.
Where can I find salary data for occupations at DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPM? ▾
While PlainGovJobs provides agency-level salary data, you can explore detailed salary data by occupation on WageDex at wagedex.com, which covers 831 occupations with Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Data Source: U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) FedScope Employment Cubes, March 2025. Federal civilian non-seasonal full-time and part-time employees. Data does not include military personnel, postal workers, or intelligence agency staff. Last updated: 2026-03-10.
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