Records analyzed
1 sub-agencies
Cross-joined with state geography and occupational mix
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
DFC
Open-data reference.
Federal workforce data for DFC. This agency represents 0.0% of the total federal civilian workforce. Source: OPM FedScope, March 2025.
What the Numbers Say About DFC
DFC employs 687 federal civilian workers, which accounts for 0.0% 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 -1.7%, 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 $155,228 sits 41.3% above the federal civilian average of $109,869. Average length of service at DFC is 9.7 years, reflecting a workforce that has built institutional knowledge across 1 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: DFC has employees in 9 states and territories, with the largest concentration in DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (435 employees at $157,277 avg salary). Over the most recent 2 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 DFC is expanding, contracting, or simply replacing departures. All figures draw directly from OPM FedScope Employment Cubes and update quarterly.
Workforce Overview
Employees
687
-1.7% from prior period
Average Salary
$155,228
+2.3%
Avg Length of Service
9.7 yrs
Sub-agencies
1
Data vintage
March 2025
OPM FedScope quarterly snapshot
Source authority
OPM FedScope
U.S. Office of Personnel Management — official federal HR data
DFC pay vs. federal civilian average
Agency average $155,228 relative to federal average $109,869
DFC workforce by GS grade tier
Estimated distribution of 687 employees across the General Schedule pay grades. Tier weights are modeled from the agency's average salary of $155,228, average length of service of 9.7 years, and sub-agency salary brackets. Color encodes pay-band tier (entry / mid / senior / executive).
DFC — estimated GS-grade workforce mix. Source: OPM FedScope March 2025; pay tiers modeled from agency averages.
Salary Analysis
How DFC pay compares to the federal average of $109,869
Agency Average
$155,228
Federal Average
$109,869
vs. Federal Avg
+41.3%
Salary Range by Sub-agency
Under $80K
0
$80K–$100K
0
$100K–$120K
0
$120K–$150K
0
Over $150K
687
Sub-agencies & Organizational Units
DFC has 1 sub-agencies. The highest-paying unit averages $155,228.
| Sub-agency | Employees | Avg Salary | Avg LOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEVELOPMENT FINANCE CORPORATION | 687 | $155,228 | 9.7 yrs |
Geographic Presence
DFC has employees in 9 states and territories. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA has the most with 435 employees.
| State | Employees | Avg Salary | Avg LOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA | 435 | $157,277 | 9.7 yrs |
| MARYLAND | 39 | $156,637 | 11.3 yrs |
| VIRGINIA | 26 | $160,636 | 12.2 yrs |
| NEW YORK | 21 | $174,183 | 3.2 yrs |
| TEXAS | 17 | $110,102 | 8.5 yrs |
| GEORGIA | 14 | $145,085 | 14 yrs |
| COLORADO | 14 | $151,969 | 12.9 yrs |
| FLORIDA | 14 | $142,405 | 10 yrs |
| CALIFORNIA | 14 | $161,860 | 3.9 yrs |
Workforce Dynamics
Monthly hiring and separation trends. Net change over 2 months: 0.
| Month | Accessions | Separations | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2025 | +0 | -25 | -25 |
| Jan 2025 | +0 | -24 | -24 |
Hiring & Separation Reasons
Why employees join and leave DFC
Separation Reasons
Quit
36
Termination (Expired Appt/Other)
13
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many people work at DFC? ▾
DFC employs 687 federal workers as of March 2025. This represents 0.0% of the total federal civilian workforce of 2,289,472.
What is the average salary at DFC? ▾
The average salary at DFC is $155,228 per year, which is 41.3% above the federal average of $109,869.
What is the average length of service at DFC? ▾
The average length of service at DFC is 9.7 years. The federal average is 11.8 years.
How many sub-agencies does DFC have? ▾
DFC has 1 sub-agencies or organizational units. The largest is DEVELOPMENT FINANCE CORPORATION with 687 employees.
In how many states does DFC have employees? ▾
DFC has employees in 9 states and territories. The largest concentration is in DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA with 435 employees.
Is DFC hiring or downsizing? ▾
Over the most recent 2 months of data, DFC had 0 accessions and 0 separations, for a net change of 0 employees.
Where can I find salary data for occupations at DFC? ▾
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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