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Cross-joined with state geography and occupational mix
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION
Open-data reference.
Federal workforce data for FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION. This agency represents 0.0% of the total federal civilian workforce. Source: OPM FedScope, March 2025.
What the Numbers Say About FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION
FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION employs 280 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 -3.8%, 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 $142,803 sits 30.0% above the federal civilian average of $109,869. Average length of service at FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION is 16.8 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: FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION has employees in 1 states and territories, with the largest concentration in DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (280 employees at $142,803 avg salary). Over the most recent 0 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 FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION is expanding, contracting, or simply replacing departures. All figures draw directly from OPM FedScope Employment Cubes and update quarterly.
Workforce Overview
Employees
280
-3.8% from prior period
Average Salary
$142,803
+2.3%
Avg Length of Service
16.8 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
FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION pay vs. federal civilian average
Agency average $142,803 relative to federal average $109,869
FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION workforce by GS grade tier
Estimated distribution of 280 employees across the General Schedule pay grades. Tier weights are modeled from the agency's average salary of $142,803, average length of service of 16.8 years, and sub-agency salary brackets. Color encodes pay-band tier (entry / mid / senior / executive).
FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION — estimated GS-grade workforce mix. Source: OPM FedScope March 2025; pay tiers modeled from agency averages.
Salary Analysis
How FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION pay compares to the federal average of $109,869
Agency Average
$142,803
Federal Average
$109,869
vs. Federal Avg
+30.0%
Salary Range by Sub-agency
Under $80K
0
$80K–$100K
0
$100K–$120K
0
$120K–$150K
280
Over $150K
0
Sub-agencies & Organizational Units
FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION has 1 sub-agencies. The highest-paying unit averages $142,803.
| Sub-agency | Employees | Avg Salary | Avg LOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION | 280 | $142,803 | 16.8 yrs |
Geographic Presence
FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION has employees in 1 states and territories. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA has the most with 280 employees.
| State | Employees | Avg Salary | Avg LOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA | 280 | $142,803 | 16.8 yrs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many people work at FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION? ▾
FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION employs 280 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 FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION? ▾
The average salary at FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION is $142,803 per year, which is 30.0% above the federal average of $109,869.
What is the average length of service at FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION? ▾
The average length of service at FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION is 16.8 years. The federal average is 11.8 years.
How many sub-agencies does FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION have? ▾
FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION has 1 sub-agencies or organizational units. The largest is FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION with 280 employees.
In how many states does FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION have employees? ▾
FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION has employees in 1 states and territories. The largest concentration is in DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA with 280 employees.
Is FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION hiring or downsizing? ▾
Workforce dynamics data is not currently available for FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION.
Where can I find salary data for occupations at FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION? ▾
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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