Records analyzed
1 sub-agencies
Cross-joined with state geography and occupational mix
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
JUDICIAL BRANCH
Open-data reference.
Federal workforce data for JUDICIAL BRANCH. This agency represents 0.0% of the total federal civilian workforce. Source: OPM FedScope, March 2025.
What the Numbers Say About JUDICIAL BRANCH
JUDICIAL BRANCH employs 165 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 up by 3.1%, a signal that hiring authorities and attrition at this agency are adding net positions during the current reporting window.
On compensation, the average salary of $125,689 sits 14.4% above the federal civilian average of $109,869. Average length of service at JUDICIAL BRANCH is 11 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: JUDICIAL BRANCH has employees in 1 states and territories, with the largest concentration in DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (146 employees at $125,783 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 JUDICIAL BRANCH is expanding, contracting, or simply replacing departures. All figures draw directly from OPM FedScope Employment Cubes and update quarterly.
Workforce Overview
Employees
165
+3.1% from prior period
Average Salary
$125,689
+2.6%
Avg Length of Service
11 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
JUDICIAL BRANCH pay vs. federal civilian average
Agency average $125,689 relative to federal average $109,869
JUDICIAL BRANCH workforce by GS grade tier
Estimated distribution of 165 employees across the General Schedule pay grades. Tier weights are modeled from the agency's average salary of $125,689, average length of service of 11 years, and sub-agency salary brackets. Color encodes pay-band tier (entry / mid / senior / executive).
JUDICIAL BRANCH — estimated GS-grade workforce mix. Source: OPM FedScope March 2025; pay tiers modeled from agency averages.
Salary Analysis
How JUDICIAL BRANCH pay compares to the federal average of $109,869
Agency Average
$125,689
Federal Average
$109,869
vs. Federal Avg
+14.4%
Salary Range by Sub-agency
Under $80K
0
$80K–$100K
0
$100K–$120K
0
$120K–$150K
165
Over $150K
0
Sub-agencies & Organizational Units
JUDICIAL BRANCH has 1 sub-agencies. The highest-paying unit averages $125,689.
| Sub-agency | Employees | Avg Salary | Avg LOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. TAX COURT | 165 | $125,689 | 11 yrs |
Geographic Presence
JUDICIAL BRANCH has employees in 1 states and territories. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA has the most with 146 employees.
| State | Employees | Avg Salary | Avg LOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA | 146 | $125,783 | 11.7 yrs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many people work at JUDICIAL BRANCH? ▾
JUDICIAL BRANCH employs 165 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 JUDICIAL BRANCH? ▾
The average salary at JUDICIAL BRANCH is $125,689 per year, which is 14.4% above the federal average of $109,869.
What is the average length of service at JUDICIAL BRANCH? ▾
The average length of service at JUDICIAL BRANCH is 11 years. The federal average is 11.8 years.
How many sub-agencies does JUDICIAL BRANCH have? ▾
JUDICIAL BRANCH has 1 sub-agencies or organizational units. The largest is U.S. TAX COURT with 165 employees.
In how many states does JUDICIAL BRANCH have employees? ▾
JUDICIAL BRANCH has employees in 1 states and territories. The largest concentration is in DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA with 146 employees.
Is JUDICIAL BRANCH hiring or downsizing? ▾
Workforce dynamics data is not currently available for JUDICIAL BRANCH.
Where can I find salary data for occupations at JUDICIAL BRANCH? ▾
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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